Republic Day 2026: Parade, Tickets, Schedule & Beating the Retreat

India will celebrate its 77th Republic Day on January 26, 2026, with grand events at Kartavya Path in New Delhi. The celebrations attract huge crowds, including foreign dignitaries and tourists, making advance planning essential due to limited seating. Ticket sales for the Republic Day events are already underway for a limited period.

Event Details and Ticket Prices

Major Attractions of Republic Day Parade

• Cultural tableaux from all States and Union Territories

• Marching contingents and performances

• Display of India’s military strength, including tanks, artillery, and fighter aircraft

• Flypast by the Indian Air Force

1. Select the event: Republic Day Parade, Full Dress Rehearsal, or Beating the Retreat

2. Choose the number of tickets and seating preference

3. Enter valid photo ID details (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport, PAN, Driving Licence, or Govt-issued ID)

4. Make payment online and download/print the ticket for entry

How to Book Republic Day Tickets OfflineTickets are available at six authorised counters in New Delhi from January 5 to January 14 (10 a.m.–1 p.m. & 2 p.m.–5 p.m.):

• Sena Bhawan (Gate No. 5)

• Shastri Bhawan (Gate No. 3)

• Jantar Mantar (Main Gate)

• Parliament House (Reception)

• Rajiv Chowk Metro Station (D Block, near Gates 3 & 4)

• Kashmere Gate Metro Station (Concourse, near Gate No. 8)

Visitors are advised to book tickets early due to high demand and limited availability.