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Important Information

• Application Selection

  • Make sure you download the correct SFTP/SFRE application for the correct FY below.

  • SFTP is for TXARNG M-DAY only.

  • SFRE is for everyone else and select TXARNG M-DAY as indicated in the SFRE section.

• Administrative Instructions

  • All admin information such as pay, reporting, and packing list are the same for SFTP and SFRE.

  • The Administrative Instruction section is near the bottom of this page.

• Standards

  • SFTP Phase 4 and SFRE standards are below SFAS-recommended metrics due to our compressed training schedule.

  • Your goal must be to meet/exceed the below. These are the average metrics for candidates who get selected.

    • Hand Release Pushup: 48

    • Pullup: 14

    • 2-Mile Run: 13:30

    • 12-Mile Ruck: 2:36

FY26 SFRE/SFTP

There are no more SFRE/SFTP for FY26. See below for FY27.

FY27 Special Forces Training Program (SFTP)

REF: JFHQ-TX OPORD 27-0001 (Special Forces Training Program)

See the Administrative Instructions section near the bottom of this page for pay procedures, DTS, reporting, directions, etc.

SFTP ELIGIBILITY

• TXARNG M-DAY only.

• TXARNG M-DAY on a mobilization roster are not eligible for SFTP but may apply for SFRE (see SFRE section).

• E3-E7 or O2-O3.

• 100 GT Score minimum (enlisted only).

• MOS/Branch qualified (officers only).

• ETS dates must be after 15 MAY 2027 for Class A and 23 JUL 2027 for Class B.

• Previous SFAS non-selects must be eligible to attend the SFAS class related to the SFTP for which they are applying.

SFTP Attendance

• TXARNG Units not Mobilizing: Commanders must allow accepted M-DAY applicants to attend at least one SFTP in FY27.

• TXARNG Mobilizing Units: See SFRE section.

SFTP Application Procedures

• Candidates will notify first-line supervisor of intent and obtain unit permission. Candidates will download the SFTP Application, complete the Candidate Information portion, and forward to RNCO for validation.

• RNCOs will complete the RNCO Information portion and submit applications to SWTD via email (ng.tx.txarng.list.npe-access-texas-swtd@army.mil) by the deadline.

• SWTD will notify candidate and RNCO of acceptance or denial via email. SWTD will provide corrective measures for denials.

SFTP Assignments and Conflicts

• Candidates with an accepted SFTP application and a minimum 450 AFT score using Combat Specialty Standard on last AFT cannot be assigned to a mobilization roster.

• Candidates who meet Phase 1 standards will be attached to RRB, UIC W91SHD.

• Candidates attached to RRB for SFTP cannot be assigned to a mobilization roster.

• SFTP cadre will end attachment orders and notify unit RNCO of end date upon completion of SFAS or failure to meet a pre-SFAS standard.

SFQC ASSIGNMENTS AND CONFLICTS

• Candidates selected at SFAS will be permanently assigned to 19th SFG(A) to attend the SFQC.

• Unit RNCOs will initiate a transfer to WTP997 Standard Excess when SFTP attachment order ends.

• SFAS-selected candidates will be assigned to 19th SFG(A) by 15 MAY 2027 (Class A) or 23 JUL 2027 (Class B).

• SFAS-selected candidates cannot be held at unit for training, schools, or mobilizations after SFTP.

SFTP Drop Criteria and Return Dates

• Candidates who fail to meet physical or administrative standards will be dropped.

• Candidates will not be pushed from Class A to Class B for any reason.

• Candidates dropped from SFTP prior to SFAS are eligible to return to next SFTP. Candidates non-selected at SFAS may not return until eligible to attend the SFAS class associated with desired SFTP class.

SFTP SCHEDULE AND STANDARDS

• Phase 1 (Tryout)

  • SF Physical Assessment

    • Hand Release Pushups: 35 or better

    • Plank: 2:30 or better

    • Pullups: 8 or better

    • Two-Mile Run: 14:30 or better

  • Six-Mile Non-Tactical Road March (50lbs plus 6-qts water): 1:30 or better

  • Two iterations of individual physical challenges to gauge SFAS potential.

• Phase 2 (Team Week Simulation)

  • Five-Mile Run: 40:00 or better

  • Two iterations of team events to gauge SFAS potential.

• Phase 3 (Land Navigation)

  • No physical challenges to not disrupt Phase 4 preparation.

  • Land Navigation training.

• Phase 4 (Evaluation)

  • SF Physical Assessment

    • Hand Release Pushups: 45 or better

    • Plank: 3:00 or better

    • Pullups: 12 or better

    • Two-Mile Run: 14:00 or better

  • 12-Mile Non-Tactical Road March (50lbs plus 6-qts water): 2:55 or better

  • Combat Fitness Assessment: High carry, low carry, and drag at weights and distances consistent with SFAS requirements.

FY27 Special Forces Readiness Evaluation (SFRE)

REF: JFHQ-TX OPORD 27-0001 (Special Forces Training Program)

See the Administrative Instructions section near the bottom of this page for pay procedures, DTS, reporting, directions, etc.

SFRE ELIGIBILITY

• TXARNG FTU, Non-TX ARNG, Air National Guard, Reserves

• TXARNG M-DAY on a mobilization roster may attend with unit permission to attend one drill and the 26-day SFAS. Selected candidates will not be transferred to 19th SFG(A) until mobilization order ends unless unit commander grants an exception.

• TXARNG M-DAY candidates who miss SFTP due to Initial Entry Training or other scheduling conflicts may be allowed to attend FEB or APR SFRE on a case-by-case basis.

• E3-E7 or O2-O3.

• 100 GT Score minimum (enlisted only).

• MOS/Branch qualified (officers only).

• No ETS requirement. Candidates are responsible for ensuring their ETS does not conflict with SFAS attendance.

• Previous SFAS non-selects must be eligible to attend the SFAS class related to the SFRE for which they are applying.

SFRE ATTENDANCE

• TXARNG Units not Mobilizing: Commanders must allow accepted full-time applicants to attend at least one SFRE in FY27.

• TXARNG Mobilizing Units: Commanders may allow full-time and M-DAY applicants on a mobilization roster to attend SFRE if attending one tryout drill and the related 26-day SFAS will not negatively affect candidate or unit readiness. SWTD will authorize alternate SFAS dates to facilitate candidate attendance when possible.

• Attendance for other states and components is at unit discretion.

SFRE APPLICATION PROCEDURES

• Candidates will notify first-line supervisor of intent and obtain unit permission. Candidates will download the SFRE Application, complete the Candidate Information portion, and forward to RNCO for validation.

• RNCOs will complete the RNCO Information portion and submit applications to SWTD via email (ng.tx.txarng.list.npe-access-texas-swtd@army.mil) by the deadline.

• SWTD will notify candidate and RNCO of acceptance or denial via email. SWTD will include initial end date of attachment order for acceptance and provide corrective measures for denials.

SFRE Assignments and Conflicts

• SFRE candidates who meet SFAS attendance standards will perform duty at permanent assignment while completing their SFAS packet requirements.

• SFRE candidates who cannot attend related SFAS class due to a unit conflict will either be dropped or pushed to another SFAS class on a case-by-case basis.

SFQC ASSIGNMENTS AND CONFLICTS

• Candidates selected at SFAS will transfer to 19th Special Forces Group in the Texas Army National Guard ans await PCS to the Special Forces Qualification Course.

• AGR candidates must resign AGR for Special Forces assignment and PCS.

• ARNG candidates must IST to TX for Special Forces assignment and PCS.

• Reserve candidates must separate from current component via ETS/EAS or conitional release for Special Forces assignment and PCS.

• TXARNG M-DAY candidates on a mobilization roster will not transfer until mobilization order ends unless granted an exception by unit commander.

SFRE DROP CRITERIA AND RETURN DATES

• Candidates who fail to meet physical standards will not be accepted.

• Candidates accepted who fail to meet administrative standards will be dropped.

• Candidates dropped from SFRE prior to SFAS are eligible to return to next SFRE. Candidates non-selected at SFAS may not return until eligible to attend the SFAS class associated with desired SFRE class.

SFRE SCHEDULE AND STANDARDS

SFRE consists of a single physical tryout:

• SF Physical Assessment

  • Hand Release Pushups: 45 or better

  • Plank: 3:00 or better

  • Pullups: 12 or better

  • Two-Mile Run: 14:00 or better

• 12-Mile Non-Tactical Road March (50lbs plus 6-qts water): 2:55 or better

• Combat Fitness Assessment: High carry, low carry, and drag at weights and distances consistent with SFAS requirements.

Administrative Instructions

EVALUATIONS (SFTP only): Duration of SFTP assignment will be coded as non-rated time.

PAY

• SFTP Phase 1 and SFRE: SWTD will provide a USPFO 67-R for each candidate for unit to process pay.

• SFTP Phase 2 - 4: SWTD will process pay for each candidate attached to RRB for SFTP.

• SFAS Order: Unit RNCOs will submit candidates for SFAS pay via J TL. SFAS orders are 26 days in duration when candidate completes all training. Orders are curtailed when the candidate is dropped and returns early.

• All ARNG SFAS orders will be funded by TXARNG. TXARNG cannot fund Reserve orders.

DTS

• SFTP Phase 1 / SFRE

  • TXARNG: Candidates traveling more than 150 miles from home-station or home of record to Camp Bullis for SFTP Phase 1 or SFRE are authorized to input DTS for mileage only (individuals will select "duty day" to zero out per diem during IDT weekend). Per Diem is not authorized. Utilize MSC BPRID LOA/Routing.

  • Other: Candidates may be authorized travel reimbursement at home unit discretion and expense.

• SFTP Phase 2 - 4: Travel reimbursement is not authorized.

• Non-TXARNG SFRE: Travel reimbursement may be authorized at home unit discretion.

• SFAS

  • All DTS authorizations will be funded by TXARNG.

  • No action is required by TXARNG candidates.

  • Other ARNG and Reserve and Air NG Candidates

    • Primary: Coordinate DTS profile detachment with home unit so SFTP/SFRE cadre can claim the profile and process authorizations.

    • Alternate: A cross-organization LOA will be provided.

DRILL PERIODS

All SFTP/SFRE drills are UTA 4. Drill period starts Friday evening regardless of arrival date.

LODGING AND MEALS

• Meals will be provided Friday evening until release for all candidates.

• Lodging will be provided Friday evening until release for all candidates.

• Lodging will be provided as early Wednesday for all candidates who coordinate with SFTP/SFRE cadre the week prior to training. You must coordinate via the SFTP distro email to receive early lodging. ng.tx.txarng.list.npe-access-texas-swtd@army.mil.

• Important: We recommend all candidates arrive before Friday to avoid long travel on day of training. Meals are not provided for early arrival.

REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Review the whiteboard in front of the SFTP building and follow instructions for sign-in and lodging.

REPORT TIME

Report time for all drills is no later than 1800 on Friday.

REPORT UNIFORM

• Report in PT uniform with water source of any type, pen, and phone for all SFTP/SFRE drills.

• If reporting early, civilian clothes are authorized.

Directions

Some map applications will lead to a gate that is not in use if you search for Camp Bullis or use the armory address. Search for Eisenhower Park on NW Military Highway. You will go north on NW Military Highway from Anderon Loop 1604. Stay on NW Military Highway until you reach the Camp Bullis gate. Once on Camp Bullis, after about a mile, you will pass the Post Exchange on your right then the fire station. The SFTP building is across the street from the fire station. As you turn left into the parking lot, you will see the two-story brick Special Forces armory to your right. The SFTP building is the metal building to your left.

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