Ticket sales for India’s 77th Republic Day Parade and associated ceremonies commenced on Monday, January 5, 2026. This year, the celebrations feature the theme “Vande Mataram” and 150 years of the national song, with top European Union leaders as the Chief Guests.
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1. Event Schedule & Ticket Pricing
Tickets are sold on a daily quota basis. It is highly recommended to book early as they often sell out within hours.
| Event | Date | Ticket Price (INR) | Booking Window |
| Republic Day Parade | Jan 26, 2026 | ₹20 & ₹100 | Jan 5 – Jan 14 (starts 9 AM) |
| Full Dress Rehearsal | Jan 23 / 28* | ₹20 | Jan 5 – Jan 14 |
| Beating Retreat | Jan 29, 2026 | ₹100 | Jan 5 – Jan 14 |
Note: While the parade rehearsal typically occurs on Jan 23, the Beating Retreat dress rehearsal is scheduled for Jan 28.
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2. How to Book Online
The official portal for all Republic Day 2026 tickets and e-invitations is the Ministry of Defence Aamantran portal.
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Official Website: www.aamantran.mod.gov.in
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Registration: Use your mobile number to receive an OTP.
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Required Details: You must upload a scan of an original photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN Card, Passport, or Driving License).
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Ticket Limit: Usually, a maximum of 10 tickets can be booked per mobile number/account.
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3. Offline Ticket Counter Locations
If you prefer physical tickets, you can visit any of these six designated counters in New Delhi between Jan 5 and Jan 14.
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Timings: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM | 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
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Requirement: Carry your original photo ID card used during the purchase; the same ID must be presented at the venue on the day of the event….

| Counter Location | Specific Spot |
| Sena Bhawan | Near Gate No. 5 (Inside boundary wall) |
| Shastri Bhawan | Near Gate No. 3 (Inside boundary wall) |
| Jantar Mantar | Main Gate (Inside boundary wall) |
| Parliament House | Reception Counter |
| Rajiv Chowk Metro | D Block, near Gate No. 3 & 4 |
| Kashmere Gate Metro | Concourse Level, near Gate No. 8 |
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