Master Sergeant List 2025. That year, the promotion rate. Out of 15,151 eligible candidates, the air force selected 1,734 master sergeants for promotion to senior master sergeant this year, the highest.

Promotions for new master sergeants remained under 20 percent for the third year in a row, as retention held strong and increases in end strength. Out of 15,151 eligible candidates, the air force selected 1,734 master sergeants for promotion to senior master sergeant this year, the highest.