PS2 Master Study Guide - NWAE E-5 Advancement

Comprehensive flashcards covering core regulations, administrative timelines, technical systems, pay codes, and UCMJ rules for the PS2 NWAE E-5 Advancement Exam.

What instruction governs the Navy Performance Evaluation System?

BUPERSINST 1610.10F

When are periodic evaluations due for E-1

E-2

When are periodic evaluations due for E-4?

June 15th

When are periodic evaluations due for E-5?

March 15th

When are periodic evaluations due for E-6?

November 15th

What is the 90-Day Rule for evaluations?

A member must be onboard under regular orders for at least 90 days to receive a regular periodic evaluation.

Under what circumstances is a Not Observed (NOB) report submitted

and on what form?

What is the minimum paygrade requirement for a rater on an E-4 and below evaluation?

E-6 (Petty Officer First Class) or GS-5 equivalent.

What is the minimum paygrade requirement for a rater on an E-5 and E-6 evaluation?

E-7 (Chief Petty Officer) or GS-6 equivalent.

Who is the statutory reporting senior for all personnel assigned to a command?

The Commanding Officer (CO).

What is the trait average equivalent for an Early Promote (EP) recommendation?

4.0

What is the trait average equivalent for a Must Promote (MP) recommendation?

3.8

What is the trait average equivalent for a Promotable (P) recommendation?

3.6

What is the trait average equivalent for a Progressing recommendation?

3.4

What is the trait average equivalent for a Significant Problems (SP) recommendation?

2.0

What is the maximum limit on the percentage of Early Promote (EP) recommendations for E-5 and E-6 summary groups?

20% of the summary group (rounded up to the nearest whole number).

What is the combined maximum limit for EP and MP recommendations in an E-5/E-6 summary group?

60% of the summary group (rounded up to the nearest whole number).

What are the limits on EP or MP recommendations for E-1 to E-4 summary groups?

There is no limit on the percentage of EPs or MPs for E-1 through E-4.

What instruction governs the Advancement Manual for Enlisted Personnel?

BUPERSINST 1430.16H

What is the standard Time-In-Rate (TIR) requirement from E-3 to E-4?

6 months.

What is the standard Time-In-Rate (TIR) requirement from E-4 to E-5?

36 months.

What is the standard Time-In-Rate (TIR) requirement from E-5 to E-6?

36 months.

What are the rules for Time-In-Rate (TIR) waivers?

A Commanding Officer (CO) may waive up to 1 year of the TIR requirement if the candidate has an 'Early Promote' (EP) on their most recent regular periodic evaluation. (Note: TIR waivers are not authorized for E-4 advancement).

What is the Terminal Eligibility Date (TED) for Spring Enlisted Exams (March Cycle)?

July 1st of the same calendar year.

What is the Terminal Eligibility Date (TED) for Fall Enlisted Exams (September Cycle)?

January 1st of the following calendar year.

What form is the Enlisted Advancement Worksheet (EAW)?

NAVPERS 1430/3

How many award points is a Medal of Honor worth toward the FMS?

10 points.

How many award points is a Navy Cross worth toward the FMS?

5 points.

How many award points is a Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (COM) worth toward the FMS?

3 points.

How many award points is a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (NAM) worth toward the FMS?

2 points.

How many award points is a Good Conduct Medal worth toward the FMS?

2 points.

What is the maximum award points cap for E-4 and E-5 candidates?

10 points.

What is the status of Passed Not Advanced (PNA) points for active duty Navy advancement?

Discontinued effective with the Fall 2024 (Cycle 264) advancement exams as per NAVADMIN 114/24.

What instruction governs the Department of the Navy Correspondence Manual?

SECNAV M-5216.5

What are the standard margin requirements for Navy correspondence?

Exactly 1 inch on all sides (top

What is the standard font name and size for Navy correspondence?

Times New Roman

What is the correct date format on an official standard Navy letter?

DD MMM YYYY (e.g.

What is the purpose of a Memorandum?

An informal communication medium used primarily within an activity

What is the purpose of an Endorsement?

Used to forward correspondence through the chain of command

What standard subject identification code (SSIC) series covers Military Personnel?

1000 Series

What SSIC series covers Logistics?

4000 Series

What SSIC series covers General Administration and Management?

5000 Series

What SSIC series covers Medicine and Dentistry?

6000 Series

What SSIC series covers Financial Management?

7000 Series

What set of regulations govern Military Pay

Travel

What is Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) Type I?

A locality-based allowance designed to offset housing costs

What is BAH Type II?

A non-locality-based housing allowance utilized for Reservists on active duty for fewer than 30 days or personnel in a transient status.

Does Basic Allowance for Subsistence (BAS) vary based on dependency status?

No. It is a flat-rate allowance based solely on officer or enlisted status.

What are the requirements and standard monthly rate for Family Separation Allowance (FSA)?

Payable to active-duty members with dependents who are separated by official military orders for a continuous period of more than 30 days. The rate is $250 per month.

What is the maximum coverage of Temporary Lodging Expense (TLE) for CONUS-to-CONUS moves?

Up to 14 days.

What is the maximum coverage of Temporary Lodging Expense (TLE) for OCONUS PCS moves?

Up to 7 days.

What is the purpose of Temporary Lodging Allowance (TLA)?

Used for OCONUS moves to assist members during transit.

Is Dislocation Allowance (DLA) authorized when separating or retiring from the Navy?

No.

What is a Personally Procured Move (PPM)?

Formerly known as a DITY move; members are reimbursed at 100% of the Government Constructed Cost for transporting their household goods themselves.

Within how many working days of returning from TAD must a travel claim be submitted via DTS?

5 working days.

What MILPERSMAN article series governs Enlisted Leave policies?

MILPERSMAN 1050 Series

At what rate do active-duty service members accrue paid leave?

2.5 days of paid leave per month

What is Convalescent Leave?

A non-chargeable medical absence granted to a member to assist in recovery from illness

What is Emergency Leave?

Chargeable leave granted for urgent personal or family emergencies.

What is the maximum standard carryover limit for active duty leave into a new fiscal year (October 1st)?

60 days.

What MILPERSMAN article governs Enlistment Extensions?

MILPERSMAN 1160-040

What are the standard enlistment extension duration rules?

Standard extensions must be executed in monthly increments of 1 to 48 months.

What is the aggregate limit for enlistment extensions?

Cannot exceed 48 months in total aggregate per enlistment contract.

What DD Form is used for DEERS & ID Cards?

DD Form 1172-2

At what age are dependent children required to obtain an official military identification card?

Age 10 (or younger if they do not reside with the primary sponsor).

What are the TRICARE coverage limits for dependent children?

Children are covered until Age 21

What does FID stand for in MMPA?

Format Identifier

What does the Numeric FID '27' represent?

Career Sea Pay (CSP)

What does the Numeric FID '35' represent?

Basic Allowance for Quarters (BAQ) - Legacy

What does the Numeric FID '37' represent?

Career Sea Pay Premium (CSPP)

What does the Numeric FID '43' represent?

Overseas Housing Allowance (OHA)

What does the Numeric FID '46' represent?

Cost of Living Allowance (COLA)

What does the Numeric FID '65' represent?

Family Separation Allowance (FSA)

What does the Numeric FID '68' represent?

Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH)

What does the Numeric FID '74' represent?

Lump Sum Leave (LSL)

What does the Alpha FID 'SH' represent?

PCS Departure

What does the Alpha FID 'DN' represent?

Meal Rate Deduction (BAS Deduction)

What does the Alpha FID 'DB' represent?

SGLI or Family SGLI (FSGLI)

What does the Alpha FID 'DE' represent?

Montgomery GI Bill Deduction

What does the Alpha FID 'DF' represent?

Monetary Punishment (NJP/Court-Martial)

What does the Action Indicator '01' mean?

Start

What does the Action Indicator '02' mean?

Stop

What does the Action Indicator '04' mean?

Change

What does the Action Indicator '20' mean?

Resume

What System Verb is used for a DJMS Inquiry (Pay Verification)?

JJAA

What System Verb is used for an Enlisted Personnel Master File inquiry?

LOPG

What does NSIPS stand for?

Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System

What is the primary purpose of NSIPS?

The Navy's single point of entry for pay

What system contains the RED/DA?

NSIPS

What is RED/DA used for?

To submit Page 2 data (NAVPERS 1070/602) for emergency data and dependency information.

What does BOL stand for?

BUPERS Online

What key systems can be accessed via BOL?

OMPF (service records)

What does CWAY stand for?

Career Waypoints

What is the function of CWAY?

Manages reenlistment quotas

What does SORM stand for?

Standard Organization and Regulations Manual

What instruction governs the SORM?

OPNAVINST 3120.32D

What is the role of the Executive Officer (XO) per the SORM?

Principal admin assistant to the CO.

What is the role of the Command Master Chief (CMC) per the SORM?

Enlisted advisor to the CO.

What NAVPERS form is the NJP Chit (Report and Disposition of Offenses)?

NAVPERS 1626/7

What is UCMJ Article 15?

Non-Judicial Punishment