Monthly Drill
National Guard service is designed to be part-time with predictable commitments. Most Soldiers serve through:
Typically one weekend per month
Your specific schedule and training requirements depend on your MOS.
Annual Training
Use the National Guard Pay Calculator to get a quick estimate of what you could earn based on your rank and time in service. Most Soldiers start as enlisted with no college degree required, while officers typically have a degree or are on track to earn one.
A short training period each year
Yes. As a National Guard Soldier, you'll be paid for every day you serve, including monthly drill, annual training, job training and deployments.
Estimate Your Guard Pay
Your pay depends on your rank and time in service. As you gain experience and advance in rank, your pay increases. Use the Guard Pay Calculator above to estimate your earnings.
Estimate your pay
Yes. You are paid for monthly drill, which typically consists of one weekend per month (about two days).
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Yes. During Annual Training (usually about two weeks per year), you are considered to be on Active Duty and paid at Active Duty rates.
Guard Pay FAQs
Drill weekends usually take place at a local armory or designated training site and may include: • Job-specific training • Physical fitness • Equipment maintenance • Weapons qualification • Unit readiness exercises
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Do National Guard Soldiers get paid during training and deployment?
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Yes. Any time you are activated or deployed for training, domestic missions or overseas service you earn Active Duty pay for the full duration.
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