What is MILPERSMAN 1920-040?
MILPERSMAN 1920-040 is a Navy regulation that provides guidance on Involuntary Separation Pay (Non-Disability) eligibility criteria and restrictions.

Who is eligible for Involuntary Separation Pay (Non-Disability)?
Active duty Navy members are generally eligible if they are involuntarily separated due to force shaping measures or reduction in force actions.

What are force shaping measures?
Force shaping measures include initiatives such as Enlisted Retention Board (ERB), Voluntary Separation Incentive (VSI) programs, and Selective Early Retirement Boards (SERB).

Can officers receive Involuntary Separation Pay?
No, MILPERSMAN 1920-040 only applies to enlisted Navy members. Officers have separate regulations governing their separation benefits.

Are individuals discharged for misconduct eligible for Involuntary Separation Pay?
No, individuals who are discharged under conditions other than honorable, for reasons of misconduct, or for criminal offenses are generally not eligible.

What is the maximum amount of Involuntary Separation Pay an eligible member can receive?
The maximum amount is three times the member's basic pay, up to the statutory caps established by law.

Are there any specific time-in-service requirements for eligibility?
Yes, to qualify for Involuntary Separation Pay, a member must have completed at least six years of active-duty service or have completed their initial obligated service.

Can members who receive Voluntary Separation Pay (VSP) also apply for Involuntary Separation Pay?
No, members who receive VSP are not eligible for Involuntary Separation Pay.

What happens if a member is reenlisted, extended, or retained after being notified of their eligibility for Involuntary Separation Pay?
The member's eligibility for Involuntary Separation Pay is terminated upon reenlistment, extension, or retention, unless an exception is granted.