scope:

Applicability.

This regulation applies to the Active Army, the Army National Guard of the United States, and the United States Army Reserve commissioned and warrant officers on an active duty list. This publication is applicable during mobilization until further notice. Upon termination, functions will be decentralized to major Army commands or installations. The proponent agency of this regulation will make the announcement.

Purpose

This regulation prescribes the officer promotion function of the military personnel system. It is linked to AR 600-8 and provides principles of support, standards of service, policies, tasks, rules, and steps governing all work required in the field to support officer promotions. This regulation supports the objectives of the Army's officer promotion system, which include filling authorized spaces with the best qualified officers. It also provides for career progression based upon recognition of an officer's potential to serve in positions of increased responsibility. Additionally, it precludes promoting the officer who is not eligible or becomes disqualified, thus providing an equitable system for all officers.