Choose the right calculator

Every U.S. military branch has its own annual physical fitness test. Events, scoring, and pass standards vary a lot. The special operations selections (SEAL, Ranger, AF Special Warfare, Special Forces) are separate screening tests with much higher standards. Meeting the minimum qualifies. Competitive scores are what actually get you selected.

Quick comparison: official branch tests

Branch	Test Name	Events	Max Score
Army	AFT	5 events (deadlift, push-ups, SDC, plank, 2MR)	500
Marine Corps	PFT + CFT	3 + 3 events (annual, separate)	300 each
Navy	PRT	Push-ups, plank, cardio (choice of 4)	Tiered (classification)
Air Force	PT Test	2-mile run or HAMR, waist-to-height, push-ups, core (choice)	100 composite

Quick comparison: special operations selection

Pipeline	Selection Gate	Key Events	Signature Challenge
Navy SEAL (BUD/S)	PST	500yd swim, pull-ups, sit-ups, push-ups, 1.5-mi run	Sub-8:00 swim + 20+ pull-ups
Army Rangers (75th)	RASP	Pre-RASP test, 5-mi run, 12-mi ruck @ 35 lb	12-mile ruck under 3 hours
AF Special Warfare	IFT (formerly PAST)	Calisthenics, 1.5-mi run, 2x 25m underwater, 500m swim	25m underwaters without surfacing
Army SF (Green Beret)	SFAS	AFT, rucks, land navigation, team events	Long solo land navigation under load

Which branch's test is hardest?

It depends on body type. The AFT is the most demanding strength-wise. The Marine CFT punishes anaerobic capacity, meaning short bursts of all-out effort. The USMC PFT requires raw pull-up strength most civilian athletes lack. The Navy PRT and AF PT are the most accessible.

For selection, BUD/S is widely considered the most physically demanding overall. The PJ pipeline is often called the most technically demanding. SFAS rewards mental toughness in isolation. RASP rewards physical durability under cadre pressure. Every one of them loses a large share of the candidates who start.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a PFT calculator?

A PFT calculator scores your fitness test the same way your branch does. Enter your reps and times, and it will calculate PFT score totals from the official tables. This hub covers the Marine Corps PFT and CFT, the Army AFT, the Navy PRT, and the Air Force PT test.

Are these calculators official?

No. These are training tools based on current published standards for each branch and selection pipeline. Your official record is always administered through your service's system (PRIMS, MyFitness, DTMS, etc.) or pipeline cadre. Use these for goal-setting, training planning, and tracking your progression.

Do the standards account for age and gender?

Yes, where applicable. Navy PRT, USMC PFT/CFT, and Air Force PT all pull from age-bracketed gender-specific tables. The AFT uses age and sex normed tables for the general standard, and sex-neutral tables for the 21 combat MOSs. Special operations selections (PST, RASP, PAST, SFAS) use gender-neutral standards.

What's the difference between a PT test and a selection screening?

PT tests are annual or semi-annual fitness requirements for service members. Selection screenings (PST, RASP, PAST, SFAS) are additional gates you must pass to enter elite pipeline training. Selection standards are much higher. Passing the minimum rarely gets you selected.

Why do the selection calculators go beyond pass/fail?

Because minimum scores rarely get candidates selected. Community managers and selection boards pick the most competitive candidates they can, not just everyone who meets the bar. The SEAL PST, RASP, and SFAS calculators show tiers above the minimum, and the Air Force PAST calculator shows prep targets on top of the official pass/fail check.

Which tool should I start with?

Pick based on your current or target branch/pipeline. If you're enlisting, start with the branch PT test. If you're already in and prepping for selection, jump straight to PST, RASP, PAST, or SFAS. Use the calculators to identify your weakest event, then fix it.