Wondering how many push-ups, sit-ups, or what 2.4 km time you need for your next award? This page lists the official-style 2025 IPPT scoring charts for common age bands—so you can see exactly where every rep and second counts. For personalized results, plug your data into the IPPT Calculator.
Quick Refresher: How IPPT Scoring Works
If you’re new to IPPT or want a refresher on how points are combined, read How IPPT Points Are Calculated (2025 Update) first. Each test contributes toward 100 total points (25 push-ups + 25 sit-ups + 50 run). Progressive scoring now rewards every incremental gain, even if you’re already fit.
Male Scoring Chart (Selected Age Bands)
| Age Group | 10 pts (Reps) | 15 pts | 20 pts | 25 pts (Max) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18-21 | 23 | 31 | 39 | 47+ |
| 22-26 | 22 | 30 | 38 | 46+ |
| 27-31 | 21 | 29 | 37 | 45+ |
| 40-44 | 18 | 26 | 34 | 42+ |
| 50 + | 14 | 22 | 30 | 38+ |
Pro tip: filming your push-up form can expose hidden no-counts. Need to increase reps? Try our Push-Up Workout Plan.
Female Scoring Chart (Selected Age Bands)
| Age Group | 10 pts (Reps) | 15 pts | 20 pts | 25 pts (Max) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18-21 | 18 | 24 | 30 | 36+ |
| 22-26 | 17 | 23 | 29 | 35+ |
| 27-31 | 16 | 22 | 28 | 34+ |
| 40-44 | 13 | 19 | 25 | 31+ |
| 50 + | 9 | 15 | 21 | 27+ |
2.4 km Run Benchmarks (Example Age Bands)
| Age Group | 25 pts (Time) | 35 pts | 45 pts | 50 pts (Max) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18-21 M | 12 : 30 | 10 : 45 | 9 : 15 | ≤ 8 : 25 |
| 22-26 M | 12 : 40 | 10 : 55 | 9 : 25 | ≤ 8 : 35 |
| 27-31 M | 12 : 50 | 11 : 05 | 9 : 35 | ≤ 8 : 45 |
| 40-44 M | 13 : 40 | 11 : 55 | 10 : 25 | ≤ 9 : 35 |
| 18-21 F | 14 : 00 | 12 : 15 | 10 : 45 | ≤ 9 : 55 |
| 22-26 F | 14 : 10 | 12 : 25 | 10 : 55 | ≤ 10 : 05 |
| 40-44 F | 15 : 10 | 13 : 25 | 11 : 55 | ≤ 11 : 05 |
Every second now matters more than ever. Follow pacing drills in IPPT Training Tips (2025) to cut time safely.
How to Use This Chart Effectively
- Identify your age band and gender.
- Locate your current rep/time performance and see the points gained.
- Note how many more reps/seconds you need for the next tier.
- Open the IPPT Calculator to total your three stations.
- Plan next steps with our Silver or Gold Guide (2025).
Example Combinations (For Reference)
A 25-year-old male scoring 35 push-ups (20 pts), 38 sit-ups (20 pts), and 11 : 00 run (36 pts) totals ~76 points → Incentive range. Add 3 push-ups + 3 sit-ups + 20 seconds faster run to cross 81 for Silver. Run these what-if scenarios live in the calculator.
Final Pointers
- Warm up and cool down properly before every test.
- Use free FCC sessions two weeks prior to testing.
- Track form and avoid no-counts with the Common IPPT Mistakes Guide.
- Stack points fast with targeted plans from the Training Tips Guide.
Ready to crunch your own score? Head to the IPPT Calculator Homepage and see your real-time points now.