Russia’s FSB proposes cutting physical fitness test minimums for military service candidates Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) is reportedly planning to significantly lower the minimum passing scores for physical fitness tests required for military service candidates and applicants to its educational institutions. The proposed changes, which would reduce the current standards substantially, particularly for older candidates, have been reported by independent Russian news outlet Verstka. The draft order does not provide any explanation for these revisions.

• Russia’s FSB plans to lower minimum passing scores for physical fitness tests.
• These changes apply to candidates for contract military service and applicants to FSB educational institutions.
• Current standards have been in place since 2016.
• Required scores would drop significantly, especially for older candidates.
• Men aged 50 and older would need 60 points (down from 140), and men aged 45-49 would need 70 points.
• The draft document does not offer an explanation for the proposed changes.