Application & Certification

Application

Applicants must have a Defense Manpower Data Center (DMDC) Defense Self Service Logon (DS-Logon) “Basic account” to use JQUIP. Those personnel, who do not have an account, may register to obtain one on the JQUIP login page. The instructions for a new applicant requiring a DMDC DS-Logon account are on the web site pages.

The URL for the JQUIP application is: https://jquip.usarmyjrotc.com

Important Information:
• Incomplete applications will be purged from JQUIP within 30 days of inactivity or 120 days after creation of application if not submitted.
• Each document must be uploaded to the correct tab, failure to do so may result in slower processing time or return of application.
• Applicant can request waiver through JQUIP application portal or seek brigade endorsement (prior to submitting application).
• Do not redact, encrypt, or password protect any documents when uploading to JQUIP, application will be returned without action.

Before submitting your application verify the following documents are uploaded:

  • Photograph:
    • Photo can be taken with a digital device (i.e. cell phone) and uploaded as a PDF in your JQUIP application.
    • A DA style photograph in the Army Service Uniform, 4″x 6″ (3/4 body)
    • Photo must include the following:
    • Name (last, first, MI)
    • Rank.
    • Date Photo Taken.
    • Photos must be taken within 1 year of application.
  • If applicable – Copy of last 3 consecutive official evaluation reports (All 3 required with no gaps or courtesy copies, must be uploaded as 3 separate attachments), academic evaluations included. If you do not have 3, upload what you have and a MFR for the number of documents you do not have. To obtain missing military documents, please access your records at http://www.hrc.army.mil/, click the self-service tab.
  • Most recent copy of Records Brief (ORB (Officer), ERB (NCO), or Soldier Talent Profile)
  • Retirement Orders, Separation Orders, DD 214 (Member 4 Copy- if retiring, must be applicants Retirement- Final Copy).
  • A copy of DA Form 5500 (.pdf) (Body Fat Content Worksheet – Male) or DA Form 5501 (.pdf) (Body Fat Content Worksheet – Female) taken within 6 months (if required). This can be completed at an Army recruiting station.
  • Copy of your highest official transcripts from an accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the Department of Education. (must show degree awarded with registrars signature)
  • Copy of most recent physical exam (PHA not accepted) conducted by PCM, VA, or civilian physician within the last 12 months, on either:
  • Copy of VA Rating Decision if awarded 30% or greater.

ARNG and USAR (Actively Serving):

  • DA Form 5016 (Chronological Statement of Retirement Points) dated within 90 days.
  • NGB Form 23A (National Guard Bureau) dated within 90 days.
  • Letter of Recommendation from current Commander (must outline cumulative number of years served, character of service, and current rank held) signed by first line commander.

Online Training

Interview

  • Applicants must complete an interview conducted by a certified interviewer after receiving notification from Cadet Command.
  • Applicant must be in the Army Service Uniform.
  • Click here for a list interviewers.

For More Information

You may call the Army JROTC Instructor Management Division at 1-800-347-6641 or email at USARMY.KNOX.USACC.MBX.HQ-JROTC-IM@ARMY.MIL.