According to the Public Officers (Appointment, Promotion and Termination of Service) Regulations 2012 [P.U. (A) 1/2012], an officer can be considered for promotion based on the following factors:
- work efficiency and performance;
- qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience;
- personal attributes, including his/her suitability for the promotional post, integrity, potential and leadership;
- contribution and activities beyond the official duties benefiting the country and society; and
- Other aspects deemed relevant by the Promotion Board.