Regular officers desiring Reserve commissions who meet the criteria specified within COMDTINST M1000.3A, Article 1.G.2.a may apply via this Appointment Panel.

Submit all application packages and queries to: IDPL Designation Query

• Written request for a Reserve Commission in CG standard memo format (template linked below)
• Approved OPM Separation Authorization
• Retention Physical documented on a DD-2697 containing the words "Member meets retention standards IAW COMDTINST M6000.1(series)"

INCOMPLETE/INCORRECT PACKAGES WILL BE RETURNED WITHOUT ACTION

**Note: If you already hold a Reserve Commission (via DCO, OCS, on EAD, etc) you do not qualify for the Regular to Reserve Panel, even if you are on Active duty and have never been a drilling reservist. In this case, you may be qualified for the Inactive Duty Promotion List (IDPL) Designation Panel that is held annually, usually in February. Any questions regarding this type of Commission held by an Officer may be directed to: Boards and Panel

Military Service Obligation (MSO) does not guarantee reserve affiliation. However, if a member still has a MSO requirement is offered a reserve commission, the member is obligated to accept. Involuntary separation negates a member's MSO.

• ALCGPSC 086/20: PY21 September Regular-To-Reserve Commission Appointment Panel

• September 2020: 29th - 30th
• December 2020: 8th - 9th
• February 2021: 1st - 5th
• April 2021: 19th - 20th
• June 2021: 1st - 2nd

• R2R Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
• Request for Reserve Commission Template
• DD-2697 Report of Medical Assessment (Form must contain the words “Member meets retention standards IAW COMDTINST M6000.1(series).”)
• Coast Guard General Messages (CAC Card not required)
• Questions about SELRES Assignments
• Individual Ready Reserve (IRR) Information including Reserve Component Category Change (SELRES, IRR, ISL, ASL) Requests, and Drill for Points Request.