Army havildar after ranks year base ?

After serving as a havildar in the army for a certain number of years, the next rank that a soldier can be promoted to is that of a Naib Subedar. The specific number of years required to be eligible for promotion to Naib Subedar can vary depending on the individual's performance and the needs of the army.

Ranks after Havildar in the Indian Army (with corresponding years of service)

- Naib Subedar (Sepoy to Havildar: 17 years)
- Subedar (Havildar to Naib Subedar: 5 years)
- Subedar Major (Subedar to Subedar Major: 7 years)
- Honorary Captain (Subedar Major with exceptional service)

Note:

- The time scales mentioned above are approximate and may vary depending on factors such as vacancies, promotions, and service requirements.
- Officers promoted from the ranks follow a different promotion timeline and may attain higher ranks earlier than their non-commissioned officer counterparts.