The Indian Army will implement a comprehensive promotion policy from January 1.

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The Indian Army is set to initiate a comprehensive promotion policy on January 1st, 2023, aimed at realigning its leadership to effectively address both internal and external operational challenges. The updated policy seeks to meet the dynamic needs of the force and enhance opportunities for advancement, particularly for Major Generals.

Under the revised policy, officers, especially those in the “Staff” division, will have increased chances for promotions within the same division. This initiative is part of a broader effort to cater to the evolving professional aspirations of officers across branches and services, fostering a meritocratic culture and ensuring a more equitable distribution of advancement opportunities.

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Highlighting the existing inconsistencies in the Human Resource Management (HRM) practices, the Indian Army emphasizes the need for standardization across selection boards. The upcoming policy aims to address this by streamlining the process and requirements, providing a cohesive framework for all selection boards.

While acknowledging the effectiveness of the current promotion policy, a senior Army officer stressed the importance of flexibility to meet changing operational needs. The new policy is designed to facilitate better coordination between leadership requirements and the dynamic operational challenges, encompassing both internal and external dimensions.

The Indian Army comprises various wings, including “services” like the Army Services Corps, the Army Ordnance Corps, and the Corps of Electronic and Mechanical Engineers, as well as “combat arms” such as infantry armored corps and mechanized infantry.

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Additionally, there are combat support arms like artillery, air defense, aviation engineers, and signals. The officer cadre, numbering 43,000, consists of approximately 80 Lieutenant-Generals, 300 Major Generals, 1200 Brigadiers, and 5600 Colonels.