Which of the following statements regarding NCOER processing times is true?

• A. The HQDA must receive the NCOER within 120 days after the THRU date
• B. The NCOER can be submitted any time
• C. The NCOER must reach HQDA within 60 days after the THRU date
• D. The NCOER must reach HQDA no later than 90 days after the THRU date

Answer: (D)

The timing rule here is about when HQDA must receive an NCOER after the rating period ends (the THRU date). The evaluation covers the period up to that THRU date, and the report must be routed and finalized in a timely way so it can be included in the soldier’s official record and considered for boards and promotions.

The correct requirement is that HQDA must receive the NCOER no later than 90 days after the THRU date. This 90-day window gives enough time for the unit to complete required signatures, quality checks, and proper forwarding, while still keeping the evaluation cycle timely and current.

Options proposing 120 days or 60 days contradict the established deadline, and saying the NCOER can be submitted any time ignores the mandated cutoff.