NCOER Presence Bullets
The Presence section evaluates military bearing, physical fitness, confidence, and resilience. It covers how the rated Soldier carries themselves and presents to the formation — both physically and professionally.
Achieved [ACFT score/event result] ranking in top [percentage] of [unit]
Maintained [standard] throughout [operation/exercise] lasting [duration]
Projected confidence by [action] during [high-stress situation]
Set the physical standard by [specific fitness achievement or leadership of PT]
Excellence bullets:
o scored 596 on the ACFT, the highest in the company, and led record PT for 40 Soldiers
o remained composed while directing casualty evacuation during a live-fire malfunction, calming a panicked assistant gunner
o completed the 12-mile foot march in the top 5% of the battalion while carrying an additional radio for an injured teammate
o projected command presence during a no-notice inspection, briefing the command sergeant major on standards with zero deficiencies noted
o endured a 96-hour field problem on two hours of sleep per night and never missed a checkpoint
o certified as an Army Combat Fitness Test master trainer and qualified 15 new graders for the battalion
o held the formation together during a lightning delay at the range, maintaining discipline for three hours without incident
Success bullets:
o passed the ACFT with a score of 540, exceeding the standard for age and MOS
o maintained a professional appearance and bearing throughout a 14-day field training exercise
o displayed confidence briefing the battalion commander on section readiness during the quarterly training brief
o recovered quickly from a training injury and returned to full physical readiness ahead of the medical timeline
o set the physical standard for the squad, running the company’s fastest two-mile time three cycles in a row
o kept bearing during a heated exchange with an upset customer at the CIF, de-escalating without raising his voice
o adjusted hydration and rest plans to an unfamiliar climate during an NTC rotation, keeping the team mission-capable
Needs improvement bullets:
o failed the ACFT on the first attempt and required a retest before meeting the standard
o arrived to formation out of uniform on two occasions, requiring on-the-spot correction
o showed visible frustration during a stressful troubleshooting call, undermining the confidence of junior Soldiers on the net
o needed additional coaching to maintain military bearing when questioned by a senior NCO in front of peers