Modern pentathlon at the 1960 Summer Olympics – Men's individual

The men's modern pentathlon multi-sport event at the 1960 Olympic Games took place on August 26–31.

Format
Riding: The riding event was held on August 26 at Passo Corese. It was contested as an equestrian cross-country steeplechase. Competitors are paired with horses in a random draw 20 minutes before the event.

Fencing: The fencing event was held on August 27 at the Palazzo dei Congressi. It was contested as a single touch épée round-robin tournament.

Shooting: The shooting event was held on August 28 at Umberto I Shooting Range. It was contested as 20 shot 10 metre air pistol.

Swimming: The swimming event was held on August 30 at the Swimming Stadium. It was contested as a 300 metre freestyle swim.

Running: The running event was held on August 31 at the Acqua Santa Golf Club Course. It was contested as a 4000 metre cross-country race.

Final standings
Key: DNF = did not finish