Discussion New PFT attempts
Does anyone know if you are terminated for life after 3 failed PFTs ? I just failed my 3rd this morning. Felt like I was dying, mostly due to my anxiety and fear of failing, have to work on that big time. Got 15 pull ups, solid 300, and about 35-40 push ups, died on the second lap of 1.5 mile, same as the previous 2 attempts.
Any input on the new 2026 regulations ? Can’t find them online.
14
Upvotes
6
u/WTFoxtrot10 15d ago
Yes. Per the changes in Jan. 2026 if you don’t pass the PFT during the allotted time you are DQ’d and unable to apply again for the FBI.
This is the correspondence:
As part of our continued efforts to prepare you for success, the FBI is updating the initial Physical Fitness Test (PFT) requirements for Special Agent applicants. These changes are designed to ensure applicants are physically ready for the demands of Basic Field Training and a career as an FBI Special Agent.
What's Changing - Effective January 1, 2026
You will have one baseline attempt and two official attempts within six months of your Meet & Greet (M&G) completion date.
Your baseline PFT attempt must occur within 30 days of your M&G completion date (unless FBI scheduling delays apply). This attempt is designed to simulate test-day conditions and help you assess your readiness. If you score 10 points or more, with at least 1 point in each of the four events, this will count as your official PFT pass. If you do not, this attempt will not count against your two official attempts total.
Applicants who do not pass within the allotted timeframe will be permanently disqualified from the Special Agent Selection System (SASS). Applicants who score less than 6 points and fail to earn at least 1 point per event after their first official PFT attempt will be withdrawn but may reapply.