Enlisted MOS Conversion Bonus (MOSCB)

If you’re a current Army National Guard Soldier, you may be eligible for the MOS Conversion Bonus (MOSCB).

You will have to volunteer to retrain into a Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) that the Army National Guard has identified as having a shortage of trained and qualified personnel. Check with your unit's Readiness NCO or state Incentive Manager about current MOS availabilities.

Amount

Qualifying Soldiers can receive an incentive of $2,000. The following are the current MOSCB incentive requirements:

MOSCB Requirements
Pay Grade
Time in Service
E-6
Under 10 Years
E-5 and Below
Unlimited

The MOSCB payment is paid in a lump sum upon completion of the new MOS training and award of the new MOS.

Eligibility

Current Army National Guard Soldiers must meet the following general eligibility criteria to qualify for an MOSCB:

  • Meet the Time in Service (TIS) requirement based upon Pay Entry Base Date (PEBD) through current Expiration of Term of Service (ETS).
  • Complete any initial period of service for which an enlistment bonus was issued.
  • Agree to serve three years after completion of training and award of new MOS.

Your state Incentive Manager can help answer any questions.