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The Enlisted Promotion calculation determines promotion eligibility by combining time in grade (months of service at current rank) with accumulated promotion points from various military achievements and qualifications.
The calculator uses the promotion formula:
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Explanation: This simple additive formula combines time-based service requirements with merit-based achievements to determine overall promotion eligibility.
Details: Accurate promotion calculation is essential for military career progression, determining eligibility for advancement, and ensuring fair evaluation of service members' qualifications and time in service.
Tips: Enter time in grade in months and total promotion points. Both values must be non-negative numbers representing valid military service metrics.
Q1: What counts as promotion points?
A: Promotion points typically include points from military training, awards, physical fitness tests, weapon qualifications, and other professional achievements.
Q2: Is there a minimum time in grade requirement?
A: Yes, most military branches have minimum time in grade requirements before promotion eligibility, which varies by rank and service branch.
Q3: How often are promotion points updated?
A: Promotion points are typically updated regularly as service members complete new training, receive awards, or achieve new qualifications.
Q4: Are promotion requirements the same across all military branches?
A: No, each military branch (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard) has its own specific promotion criteria and point systems.
Q5: Can time in grade be waived for exceptional performance?
A: In some cases, time in grade requirements may be waived for exceptional performance, but this is typically rare and requires special approval.