From 1 January 2027, in accordance with paragraph 2 of Law 5265/2026, the new rank structure for career NCOs will be applied. The ranks and the order of progression are as set out in the attached document.

In brief, regarding career progression:

• Upon graduating from the Academy, students are named Petty Officers 2nd Class and serve in Hellenic Navy units.
• A sufficient number are selected, trained and staff positions in the Special Forces as Paratroopers, Underwater Demolition Commandos (OYK), and in the units of the Naval Aviation Command.
• After completing fourteen (14) years of pensionable service, they may be transferred to the Officer Corps to fill vacancies at the rank of Ensign, with a final rank of Lieutenant Commander.