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Will an adverse action flag prevent a SSG from being considered for the SFC promotion board?

I am currently flagged for adverse action. Do I still meet the criteria to compete during the SFC selection board or am I disqualified? Will the board members be able to see my records?.. Read the Answer»

My EPS selection letter is signed, when will my promotion orders be cut?

How long does it usually take from signing an EPS selection letter until promotion orders are cut in the National Guard? I know it probably depends on the state, but a general timeframe would be helpful... Read the Answer»

Battlefield Promotions SOP

The purpose of this Standard Operation Procedure is to outline the requirements for administering the Enlisted Battlefield Promotions Program for units in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF).  This program applies to enlisted Soldiers (all …Read More

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The Board Master - Army Promotion Board Study Guide
The Board Master - Army Promotion Board Study Guide

New Military Education points for promotions effective 1 Jan 2012

According to MILPER MSG 11-306, Soldiers will see an adjustment in promotion point distribution for military education on their Promotion Point Worksheet (PPW) on 5 December 2011. The change will become effective for Soldiers being promoted on 1 January 2012 …Read More

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What should I do if my S1 fails to update my records, causing me to miss the cut-off score?

I submitted documents to my S1 to get added to my ERB and PPW three months ago but for some reason, my S1 has not updated my records. I could have made cut-off for promotion twice if my records were updated on time. I don't want to bring it up any higher and want to try and resolve the issue on my own. What can I do about this?.. Read the Answer»

If already on the CLI list, do the points I have get added to my new points once I attend a promotion board?

I am a SPC promotable under CLI with 39 points and I am about to attend the promotion board. Will those 39 points get added to my new total or will I lose them?.. Read the Answer»

The Board Master - Army Promotion Board Study Guide
The Board Master - Army Promotion Board Study Guide

Get promoted in the Army by standing out from the crowd

When you first come into the service, getting promoted seems easy. You do your job, and when you have enough time in service, you make E-2, then E-3. But sooner or later, it seems that you get stalled out. Your …Read More

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Are waivers for Time In Service/Grade still authorized under the new promotion system?

Under the new promotion system are waivers authorized for time in grade and time in service to sergeant and staff sergeant? .. Read the Answer»

Can my chain of command force me to change my recommendation?

A Squad Leader is being "strongly encouraged" (nearly forced) by 1SG and CSM to change critical comments in a subordinate's performance evaluation form (NGB 4101-1-R) and pad the points so they seem more favorable towards the subordinate Soldier. SL does not agree with changing any comments or points. What does the SL do?.. Read the Answer»

Can one negative counseling stop me from being promoted?

I am in the secondary zone for promotion to E-6 and got a negative counseling statement. My supervisor now states he will not send me to the promotion board. Can he really do this?.. Read the Answer»

Have ARCs replaced ETPs for promotion to SGT and SSG?

I am aware that ETPs are no longer authorized effective 1 Jun 11 promotions. However, I keep hearing that guidance has come down and there is a new procedure in place called "Administrative Records Corrections" or ARC. Is this true?.. Read the Answer»

My previous unit did not complete my NCOER, how do I recover?

My unit never completed my NCOER from my last deployment and now I am in a new unit. I am preparing for the SFC selection board. What should I do?.. Read the Answer»