What is the purpose of Army Regulation 135-155?
Army Regulation 135-155, also known as "Promotion of Commissioned Officers and Warrant Officers," provides guidelines and procedures for promotions within the U.S. Army's officer ranks.

What types of officers are covered by this regulation?
This regulation applies to both commissioned officers, including warrant officers, who are seeking promotion within the U.S. Army.

How are promotions determined under AR 135-155?
Promotions are determined based on a combination of factors, including job performance, completion of appropriate professional military education, time in service, and successful completion of required promotion boards.

Are there any requirements regarding physical fitness for promotions?
Yes, officers seeking promotion must meet the Army's established physical fitness requirements, which often include passing the Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) and meeting body composition standards.

How often are promotion boards convened?
Promotion boards are convened at regularly scheduled intervals, as determined by the U.S. Army, to review and evaluate candidates for promotion.

What happens if an officer is not selected for promotion?
If an officer is not selected for promotion, they may undergo a review and counseling process to address areas for improvement and develop a plan to enhance their promotability.

Can an officer appeal a promotion board's decision?
Officers have the right to request a review of unfavorable promotion board decisions through an appeals process that is outlined in AR 135-155.

Are there any waivers or exceptions to the promotion requirements?
Under certain circumstances, the U.S. Army may grant waivers or exceptions to certain promotion requirements, following a thorough review and approval process.

Are there criteria for wartime or exceptional promotions?
Yes, in times of war or national emergency, the U.S. Army may provide for the exceptional promotion of qualified officers based on specific criteria outlined in AR 135-155.