Bonuses

There are many opportunities to earn money in the North Dakota Army National Guard.  In addition to receiving a monthly paycheck, bonuses may be available for those enlisting into critical-skilled positions, or possessing certain job skills, having previously served in the military, leaving for Initial Active Duty for Training (Basic Combat Training and/or Advanced Individual Training) within a certain period, or completing Initial Active Duty for Training during a certain period.

Enlistment Bonus
Enlistment bonuses of up to $10,000 may be available for joining the North Dakota Army National Guard and enlisting into critical-skilled positions. The eligibility requirements for enlistment bonuses vary.

Prior Service Enlistment Bonus
An enlistment bonus of up to $5,000 may be available to prior service members who have completed their Military Service Obligation but have no more than 16 years total service. The eligibility requirements for enlistment bonuses vary.

Extension Bonus
An extension bonus may be available to current North Dakota Army National Guard members who have no more than 20 years total service at time of extension. The eligibility requirements for extension bonuses vary.

Other Bonus
Additional enlistment bonuses may be available for enlistees who are interested in leaving for Initial Active Duty for Training (Basic Combat Training and/or Advanced Individual Training) within 45 days of joining (Quick-Ship bonuses), or completing Initial Active Duty for Training during the slower months of October – May (Off-Peak bonuses).

Contact your ND Army National Guard Representative for more details on available bonuses and eligibility requirements.  All bonuses are subject to change.