Question 1

What discharge types allow re-enlistment?

Accepted Answer

Honorable discharge is the standard re-enlistment qualifier across all 6 branches. General Under Honorable Conditions may qualify with a waiver depending on the branch. Other Than Honorable, Bad Conduct, and Dishonorable discharges generally disqualify — the tool assesses your specific situation.

Question 2

Are there age limits for prior service re-entry?

Accepted Answer

Yes — each branch has maximum age limits that vary by prior service credit. For example, the Army allows total active federal service age up to 42, while other branches differ. The assessment calculates your adjusted age based on your prior service credit.

Question 3

Can prior service members re-enter at the same rank?

Accepted Answer

Rank retention depends on the branch and your gap in service. Typically, members who re-enlist within 6 months retain their grade. Longer gaps may result in rank reduction. The assessment shows your rank retention likelihood for each branch based on your specific profile.

Prior Service Re-Entry

Your service history