Scope and Function of the Board
- Reviews and decides on recommendations for promotions to the ranks of Colonel and Brigadier General (and Navy equivalents).
- Applies to officers of Major/Technical Services.
- Uses criteria established by the Board covering performance, leadership, managerial or technical ability.
- Promotion decisions are based on the number of vacancies declared by the Minister of National Defense.
Eligibility Criteria for Promotion
- Completion of at least one year in the permanent grade of Lieutenant Colonel or Colonel (or Navy equivalents).
- No pending cases.
- No outstanding financial or property accountability.
- Must be physically fit for general military service.
- Must be General Staff Graduate (GSG) eligible or meet its equivalent as per existing regulations.
- Ability to satisfy any other requirement prescribed by the Board.
Role in Assisting the Minister of National Defense
- Assists the Minister under Section 8 of Republic Act No. 291, as amended.
- Submits a list of the "best qualified" officers to the Minister of National Defense.
- The Minister may then recommend these officers to the President for appointment.
Authority to Establish Rules and Subordinate Boards
- The Board may promulgate rules and procedures to aid in the selection of the best qualified officers.
- May create subordinate boards to assist in the promotion process.
Legal and Administrative Formalities
- Established by Executive Order dated September 10, 1981.
- Signed by the President of the Philippines and attested by the Presidential Executive Assistant.