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Global Firepower Index 2026: India Ranked 4th Most Powerful Military.

Ranks & Reports | Dated: 10 Jan 2026

In the latest "Global Firepower Index 2026", India has retained its position as the 4th most powerful military in the world. The USA, Russia, and China occupy the top three spots respectively. The ranking assesses 145 nations based on their potential war-making capability across land, sea, and air.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • Pakistan is ranked 9th in the index.
  • Bhutan has been ranked as the least powerful military (145th).
  • The index considers over 60 factors including manpower, equipment, finances, and geography.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Report: Global Firepower Index 2026.
  • India Rank: 4th.
  • Top Rank: USA.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

What is India's rank in the Global Firepower Index 2026 among the world's most powerful militaries?

Correct Answer: 4th

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Global Firepower

  • Metric – PowerIndex score
  • Ideal Score – 0.0000