The Marine Corps released the FY2026 approved selections to Staff Sergeant on 29 May 2026. This is an Active Component board result. The selectee list, OBS requirements, PME guidance, and all administrative actions in this message apply only to active duty Marines.
Heads up: Paragraph 14 states explicitly that this MARADMIN is not applicable to the Marine Corps Reserve.
Who it affects
No reservists. This MARADMIN covers Active Component promotions to SSgt only. SMCR, IMA, and IRR Marines are not affected by this message.
What you need to do
Nothing to do. If you are a reservist, this one is not for you.
If you were an active duty Marine who recently transitioned to the Reserve and believe you may have been eligible for this board, contact MMPB-24 (Enlisted Career Analyst) to discuss your record. Reach them at smb_manpower_career_counselors@usmc.mil or comm (703) 784-9281.
The official version
MARADMIN 248/26 — FY 2026 Approved Selections to Staff Sergeant, released 29 May 2026. References MARADMIN 051/26 for the IMOS table used by the board.
This is written by a reservist, for reservists. It is not an official publication of HQMC or MARFORRES. Always verify guidance with your command or unit S-1 before acting on any article or summary.