FBI Special Agent Fitness Requirements
All FBI Special Agent candidates must pass the official PFT at both Phase II testing and at the FBI Academy in Quantico, VA. The test is administered in a strict sequence with mandatory 5-minute rest breaks: (1) Maximum continuous sit-ups in 1 minute; (2) 300-meter sprint; (3) Maximum continuous push-ups; (4) 1.5-mile run; and (5) Pull-ups for tactical candidates. A candidate must score at least 1 point in every event and achieve a cumulative minimum of 12 points to pass.
Official Scoring Classes & Career Significance
Military physical assessments define promotion eligibility, reenlistment qualifications, and billet assignments. In the USMC, points are tallied across all three events to determine performance tiers:
| Performance Tier | Point Range | Fitness Classification | Administrative Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Class | 235 – 300 Pts | Superior Conditioning | Required for Marine Security Guard (MSG), MARSOC & maximum promotion composite score. |
| 2nd Class | 200 – 234 Pts | Competent Standard | Eligible for standard reenlistment; baseline operational military readiness. |
| 3rd Class | 120 – 199 Pts | Marginal Standard | Restricted leadership assignments; potential command monitoring. |
| Fail | < 120 Pts | Substandard Performance | Mandatory enrollment in Body Composition / Remedial Conditioning Program (BCP/RCP). |
Pull-Ups vs Push-Ups Strategic Scoring Difference
The Marine Corps authorizes push-ups as an alternate event for the upper body strength assessment. However, regulations cap the maximum score for push-ups at 70 points, whereas pull-ups offer up to 100 points. Marines seeking a competitive 1st Class score (235+) or a 300 maximum score must perform pull-ups.