Largest Army in the World: A country's army is one of its most crucial assets. The military serves the government and is responsible for domestic and international policies, as well as guarding its citizens. Some nations require mandatory military service, meaning every eligible citizen must serve for a specific time.
The military plays a vital role in a nation's progress. It helps implement government policies and protects citizens from various threats. Different branches make up the military, including the Army, Navy, Air Force, and sometimes the Marines and Coast Guard. Below is a list of the largest armies in the world.
Largest Army in the World List
The army is one of the key possessions of any country. India boasts one of the largest armies globally. Check the tables below to learn about the largest armies worldwide based on active personnel counts and other metrics.
List of Countries with Highest Total Number of Military Personnel
| Country Name | Numbers (Members) |
|---|---|
| Vietnam | 10,522,000 |
| North Korea | 7,769,000 |
| South Korea | 6,712,500 |
| India | 5,137,500 |
| China | 4,015,000 |
| Russia | 3,568,000 |
| United States | 2,233,050 |
| Brazil | 2,101,500 |
| Taiwan | 1,831,800 |
| Pakistan | 1,495,000 |
List of Countries with Highest Number of Active-Duty Military Personnel
| Country | Numbers |
|---|---|
| China | 2,185,000 |
| India | 1,455,550 |
| United States | 1,388,100 |
| North Korea | 1,280,000 |
| Russia | 1,014,000 |
| Pakistan | 654,000 |
| Iran | 610,000 |
| South Korea | 599,000 |
| Vietnam | 482,000 |
| Egypt | 438,500 |
List of Countries with Highest Number of Active-Duty & Reserve Military Personnel
| Country Name | Personnel |
|---|---|
| Vietnam | 5,482,000 |
| South Korea | 3,699,000 |
| China | 3,355,000 |
| Russian Federation | 3,014,000 |
| India | 2,610,550 |
| United States | 2,233,050 |
| North Korea | 1,880,000 |
| Taiwan | 1,820,000 |
| Brazil | 1,706,500 |
| Pakistan | 1,204,000 |
For details on the Indian Army, please visit the official Indian Army website: https://indianarmy.nic.in
World's Strongest Army List 2025
According to the Global Fire Index 2025, the United States has the strongest army in the world, while India ranks 4th. The following table shows the World's Strongest Army List with details about army budgets and personnel.
| Rank | Country Name | Army Budget in $ billion | Army Personnel and other details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 721.5 | Army 14,00,000 Tanks 8,848 Aircraft 13,892 Submarines 72 |
| 2 | Russia | 65.5 | Army 10,00,000 Tanks 15,398 Aircraft 3,429 Submarines 55 |
| 3 | China | 178 | Army 2,333,000 Tanks 9,150 Aircraft 2,860 Submarines 67 |
| 4 | India | 76.6 | Army 1,325,000 Tanks 6,464 Aircraft 1,805 Submarines 15 |
| 5 | Japan | 41.6 | Army 2,47,173 Tanks 678 Aircraft 1,613 Submarines 16 |
| 6 | South Korea | 62.3 | Army 6,24,465 Tanks 2,381 Aircraft 1,412 Submarines 13 |
| 7 | France | 47.3 | Army 202,761 Tanks 423 Aircraft 1,264 Submarines 10 |
| 8 | United Kingdom | 42.5 | Army 1,46,980 Tanks 407 Aircraft 936 Submarines 10 |
| 9 | Pakistan | 11.3 | Army 6,17,000 Tanks 2,924 Aircraft 914 Submarines 8 |
| 10 | Brazil | 21.8 | Army 2,35,000 Tanks 469 Aircraft 524 |
Read: Army Rank List and Insignia of India
