What is the definition of E-4 promotable in the US Army?

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I'm a SPC in the US Army. I want to find out whether or not I'm technically/literally E-4 "promotable." I have time in grade and service, I don't currently have a passing PT test (can be waived) nor do I have more than one year left in my contract. That part can't be waived and I'm assuming that I am not currently promotable until I extend. Am I right in assuming that?

Any help will be MUCH appreciated. If you can give a reference that'd be great too.
Thanks for the answers guys. I am most definately NOT wanting to be promoted, as I'm out after my current deployment. I just wanted to know the definition for things like NCOPD classes and such. Thanks guys.
 
E-4 P (promotable) is when you have passed the promotion board and are waiting to make points or waiting to receive your chevrons. i dont think a PT test can be waived for promotion, infact if you fail it then you are "flagged" and cant promote or even take leave unless its use/lose or your COC lets you take off for block leave.
dont think you need 1 year left in your contract, know plenty of guys who got pinned right before they went on terminal leave.
 
I'm not sure if you have to have a year remaining anymore. I got my 5 with 5 months remaining, though my unit knew i was planning on re-enlisting.

Your PT test puts you on the flagged for favorable action list, though. I doubt your unit will give you a waiver for that. Time to start pushing yourself a bit.

You don't want to skimp out on PT. I promise you that, when you go to WLC, you will take a PT test, and your instructors will grade you to perfect standard. You will have more push-ups go uncounted than ever before. Out of my WLC class of 200, 120 failed their PT test, because their home units were not grading them to standards. Failing to pass your WLC PT test will give you a "Marginal" on your 1059. That can be a career killer in the years to come.
Also, if you are seeking promotion to E-5, you have to keep in mind that you will be a leader for Soldiers. You must be prepared to set the example for them to follow. So come on, PT stud! Start smoking yourself!

Good Luck!
Jason
 
Depends on your points and whether there is a pay-grade to put you in.

It is a system that measures six areas on a point system. If you have enough points, you get promoted
 
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