Latest "Army NCO promotions" stories

Temporary NCO promotions to end for most Army enlisted troops

After more than two years, most temporary NCO promotions will end in January.

By Davis Winkie

2 months ago

Soldiers give feedback to and Sgt. Maj. Julie Guerra, People First Task Force, center, and Sergeant Major of the Army Michael Grinston, right, about their concerns at Fort Hood, Texas, Thursday, Jan. 7, 2021.

NCO promotions town hall: When your order of merit will release, PME backlog easing

The service has been temporarily promoting NCOs this year regardless of whether they’ve completed the required professional military education for the next rank.

By Davis Winkie

21 months ago

Inside the Army’s enlisted overhaul: Why your next promotion may take longer

The Army has unveiled a series of enlisted promotion and selection overhauls that are meant to better develop and manage talent across the force.

By Davis Winkie

2 years ago

The Army just completely revamped the way it promotes for senior NCOs

Instead of multiple boards a year, the Army will create one, annual list of its most talented soldiers.

By Meghann Myers

5 years ago

The Army’s new online NCO education system is live and operational

SSD is dead. The new Distributed Leader Course is taking its place, starting now.

By Meghann Myers

5 years ago

The Army is mulling the idea of a talent-based retention board

The Army is considering putting a cap on how many times sergeants first class can be considered for promotion.

By Meghann Myers

5 years ago