Who should review every NCOER?

• A. The senior NCO (CSM, SGM, 1SG)
• B. The unit commander
• C. The HR officer
• D. The rated Soldier

Answer: (A)

The person who should review every NCOER is the senior NCO (CSM, SGM, or 1SG). This role provides the essential quality control for enlisted evaluations. A senior NCO is closest to the day-to-day duties, standards, and expectations of NCOs across the unit, so they’re best positioned to judge whether the rater’s assessment accurately reflects performance and leadership, and whether the language and ratings align with Army standards. They help ensure consistency, fairness, and credibility in the evaluation process, catching any bias or misrepresentation before the report’s final use for promotion or development decisions. The unit commander typically signs or approves, but the dedicated review for accuracy and alignment with standards is the senior NCO’s responsibility. The HR officer isn’t normally involved in reviewing the content of the NCOER, and the rated Soldier does not review their own evaluation.