Introduction
The Government of India has issued an official Press Release regarding the online and offline sale of tickets for events associated with the Republic Day Celebration (RDC) 2026. These events include the Republic Day Parade, Beating the Retreat (Full Dress Rehearsal), and Beating the Retreat Ceremony. The notification outlines ticket prices, sale dates, purchasing modes, authorised counters, and applicable norms to facilitate public participation in these nationally significant ceremonies.
Events Covered Under Republic Day Celebration 2026
The ticket sale notification covers the following official events:
1. Republic Day Parade
- Date: 26 January 2026
- Venue: Kartavya Path, New Delhi
2. Beating the Retreat – Full Dress Rehearsal
- Date: 28 January 2026
3. Beating the Retreat Ceremony
- Date: 29 January 2026
These events mark the ceremonial culmination of the Republic Day celebrations.
Commencement of Ticket Sale
- Ticket sale begins: 05 January 2026
- Tickets will be sold until the daily quota is exhausted
- Sale applies to both online and offline modes
Ticket Denomination and Pricing
The ticket prices for each event have been fixed as follows:
Republic Day Parade (26 January 2026)
- ₹100
- ₹20
Beating the Retreat – Full Dress Rehearsal (28 January 2026)
- ₹20
Beating the Retreat Ceremony (29 January 2026)
- ₹100
Online Mode of Ticket Purchase
Tickets can be purchased online through the official Government of India portal:
- Website:
www.aamantran.mod.gov.in
The online system allows users to:
- Select event and ticket category
- Book tickets digitally
- Follow official norms as prescribed for entry
Offline Mode of Ticket Purchase
Tickets can also be purchased from authorised ticket counters located at six designated places in New Delhi.
Authorised Ticket Counters
- Sena Bhawan
- Near Gate No. 5 (inside the boundary wall)
- Shastri Bhawan
- Near Gate No. 3 (inside the boundary wall)
- Jantar Mantar
- Main Gate (inside the boundary wall)
- Parliament House
- Reception Counter
- Rajiv Chowk Metro Station
- D Block, near Gate No. 3 & 4
- Kashmere Gate Metro Station
- Concourse Level, near Gate No. 8
Dates and Timings for Offline Ticket Counters
- Dates: 05 January 2026 to 14 January 2026
Daily Timings
- Forenoon: 1000 hrs to 1300 hrs
- Afternoon: 1400 hrs to 1700 hrs
Mandatory Identity Proof Requirements
For purchasing tickets from offline counters, users must produce any one original photo identity card, such as:
- Aadhaar Card
- Voter ID
- Driving Licence
- PAN Card
- Passport
- ID Card issued by Central or State Government
The same photo ID must be carried by the ticket holder while attending the event.
Publicity and Norms
The press release emphasises:
- Wide publicity of ticket sale details
- Adherence to entry norms and identity verification
- Compliance with instructions issued by the authorities for public safety and order
Official Information Portal
Additional information related to Republic Day Celebration 2026 can be accessed at the official website:
https://rashtraparv.mod.gov.in
Conclusion
The structured arrangement for online and offline ticket sales for Republic Day Celebration 2026 ensures transparent access for citizens to participate in the nation’s most prestigious ceremonial events. By clearly defining ticket prices, sale schedules, authorised counters, and identification requirements, the government has facilitated smooth public participation while maintaining necessary administrative and security protocols.
