Indian Army Promotion Timeline & Rank Hierarchy Tool
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The progression through Other Ranks (OR) and Junior Commissioned Officers (JCO) follows the 7th Central Pay Commission matrix:
| Rank Title | Insignia / Badges | 7th CPC Pay Level | Min. Service to Attain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sepoy / Rifleman / Gunner | Plain Shoulder Title | Level 3 (₹21,700 - ₹69,100) | Entry Level |
| Lance Naik (L/Nk) | Single Chevron stripe | Level 3 (Appointment) | 2–3 Years |
| Naik (Nk) | Two Chevrons | Level 4 (₹25,500 - ₹81,100) | 5–7 Years |
| Havildar (Hav) | Three Chevrons | Level 5 (₹29,200 - ₹92,300) | 8–12 Years |
| Naib Subedar (Nb Sub) | One Gold Star with Red-Yellow Stripe | Level 6 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400) | 12–16 Years |
| Subedar (Sub) | Two Gold Stars with Stripe | Level 7 (₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400) | 16–22 Years |
| Subedar Major (SM) | Ashoka National Emblem with Stripe | Level 8 (₹47,600 - ₹1,51,100) | 24–28 Years |
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Q1.How many years of service are required to become a Naib Subedar?
Typically 12 to 16 years of active unblemished service along with passing the mandatory promotion cadre and fitness tests.
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