Update:  PRIMS Training Courses (e.g. CFL, ACFL, Read-Only) Available.  The issue with the PRIMS training courses has been corrected.

Updated PRP FAQ (MAR 2026). 

PARFQ Display Error in PRIMS.  A data feed issue is causing PARFQ submissions from MyNavy Portal (MNP) to display incorrectly in PRIMS.  Please follow this interim guidance while eCRM Developers work to resolve the issue:

• Sailors:  continue to submit your PARFQ in MNP as normal. 
• CFL/ACFLs:  to view correct PARFQ data, use the report template “PARFQ Report Cycle 1 2026 Correct View." 
• If a PARFQ needs an edit, the Sailor must fill out a paper version for the CFL to review and keep on file, as required by OPNAVINST 6110.1L
• The PRP office will provide an update once more information is available or when the issue is resolved.

• Updated PRP FAQ (FEB 2026).
• CNIC CFL Course Email Address Updated.  All CFL Course package submissions must now be submitted to usn.ncr.cnicwashingtondc.mbx.cfl-training@us.navy.mil. 
• Missing Birthdates Issue Affecting PRIMS Records.  A data feed error from the Authoritative Data Environment is causing missing birthdates to be fed into PRIMS for some Sailors, resulting in incorrect PRT score calculations.  Developers have programmed affected PRIMS records to default to "Outstanding-High" until the issue is resolved to avoid unfairly penalizing those affected.  In this scenario, CFL/ACFLs should use the PFA Calculator in the Official Navy PFA app to assess PRT results and the potential need for further PRP actions.  Once resolved, affected PRIMS records will be automatically updated to reflect accurate PRT scores.   
• PFA Calculator Issue in MyNavy Portal (MNP). We are aware of an issue with Waist-to-Height Ratio (WHtR) rounding that may cause an inaccurate BCA result.  Developers are working to resolve the issue.  Sailors can still use the official Navy PFA app for accurate calculations.  Only PFA results entered into PRIMS are official. 
• Navy’s Noom Digital Health Program.  From 1 February 2026 to 31 January 2027, Navy is offering access to the Noom commercial program for a one-year period, at no cost to Active Component (AC) and Reserve Component (RC) Sailors who: 
• Did not meet Navy standards for the BCA and/or PRT during Cycle 1-2025 PFA  
• Were in a "Pregnancy" non-participation status (e.g. pregnant or post-pregnancy/postpartum) during Cycle 1-2025 PFA

PRIMS Training Courses Updated.  The online CFL, ACFL, and Read-Only PRIMS Training Courses have been updated to reflect recent PRP policy and system changes.
 

PFA Data Load Widget (CSV File Upload) Issue in PRIMS:

An issue with the PFA Data Load Widget in PRIMS has been identified and is temporarily unavailable to all users.  MNCC cases requiring the PFA Data Load Widget for CSV file upload will be placed in a hold status until functionality is restored.  Please refrain from submitting new CSV file upload requests until further notice.  An update will be provided when more information is available.
 

This message is to inform you of mandatory updates to the Physical Readiness Program (PRP) in preparation for the CY26 PFA cycle.  All CFL/ACFLs are directed to review these materials to ensure full compliance with current standards.  It is critical to discard any old version and refer only to the latest documents.

• OPNAVINST 6110.1L
• NAVADMIN 264/25
• PRP Guides 1–11
• Forms

Please be advised that the AMDR training module is pending final changes from BUMED.  A separate announcement will be made as soon as the updated training is available.

• FINAL REMINDER:  GET YOUR CY25 PFA SCORES IN!  As prescribed in Guide-7, CFL/ACFLs are reminded you have 30 days following the completion of the Navy’s PFA Cycle to enter PFA data. All CY25 PFA data must be entered in PRIMS before 31 December 2025.
• CNIC CFL 5-Day Certification Course Update.  The course dates for January and February 2026 are cancelled to incorporate policy updates into the CFL curriculum. The course schedule will resume in March 2026 and is available for reference at https://www.navyfitness.org/fitness/cfl-information/cfl-course-schedule.
• Stay Up-to-Date with the PRP.  CFL/ACFLs should regularly refer to this webpage and the Coordinator Message Board on the PRIMS “Home” tab for information regarding PRP policy updates and PRIMS-related issues.

• CY25 PFA Cycle has Officially Ended! As prescribed in Guide-7, CFL/ACFLs are reminded you have 30 days following the completion of the Navy’s PFA Cycle to enter PFA data.  All CY25 PFA data must be entered in PRIMS before 31 December 2025. 
• Updated PRP FAQ (DEC 2025.)

- Get Your PFA Scores In.  With less than two weeks until the end of the official Navy PFA Cycle (30NOV25).  As prescribed in Guide-7, CFL/ACFLs have 30 days following the completion of the Navy’s PFA Cycle to enter PFA data. 

Reminder: CFL/ACFLs are prohibited from conducting an official BCA on a Sailor who is transferring and will not be assigned to the command during the entire command PFA. See PRP Guide-3 for additional details. 

- Command Information Update Issue in PRIMS.  The PRP Office is aware of the PRIMS issue regarding the inability to manually update command information.  A solution is in progress and an update will be provided once resolved.   

- Command Reports.  The below command reports are now available and can be accessed by navigating to the “Reports” tab in PRIMS.  Additional details on how to generate reports can be found within the PRIMS Training Course which is located at https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Support-Services/Culture-Resilience/Physical-Readiness/PRIMS-Training/

Report titles: 
- PFA_PERFORMANCE_BY_UIC_DETAILED 
- PFA PERFORMANCE REPORT BY UIC BASIC
- PFA Summary By UIC (This report lists PARFQ, PHA, BCA, & PRT completion status) 

- “Servicemembers with Gender Dysphoria” PFA Letter of Correction.  A sample LOC has been added to the “FORMS” tab.  This LOC is used when, due to the administrative absence pending separation under Performing the Duties of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness Memorandum of February 26, 2025 and ALNAV 038/25, a member cannot participate in the PFA and comply with standards outlined in OPNAVINST 6110.1K.

Mr. Makeup is such an idiot...

“No more beards, long hair, superficial, individual expression. We’re going to cut our hair, shape up, shave our beards, and adhere to standards, because it’s like the broken windows theory of policing. It’s like, you let the small stuff go, the big stuff eventually goes,” he said.

“If you want a beard, you can join special forces. If not, then shave.”

In addition to Black men being harmed by this new policy, it could also lead to religious discrimination. According to some reports, for Muslims, Sikhs, Rastafarians, the Amish, and Orthodox Jews, there may be restrictions around shaving one’s beard. A no-beard policy may unfairly impact those who are part of some religious groups.

The Physical Readiness Program (PRP) Office generated and distributed a survey via Qualtrics to Sailors across the Fleet requesting feedback on current policies. This is an official survey, not a scam. Your participation is voluntary, and the PRP Office looks forward to reviewing your responses.

• The CFL is responsible for maintaining PRIMS access and assign UIC(s) to the designated ACFL(s) within PRIMS.  Not having a CFL onboard with PRIMS access is NOT a sufficient reason for PRP Office to assign UICs on the command’s behalf.  Per OPNAVINST 6110.1K, commands must have a designated CFL.

• For all ACFL account creation requests, the submission must come directly from the CFL to askmncc.fct@navy.mil.
• The required ACFL Designation letter and SAAR Form must indicate the primary UIC of responsibility and any additional UICs in block 13 that the ACFL will be supporting with the CFL.
• Upon receiving the required documents from the CFL, MyNavy HR Tier-1 will elevate the case to Tier-2 for account creation in eCRM/Salesforce.
• Tier-2 will respond directly to the CFL once the ACFL account has been created.
• CFL will assign the ACFL to the responsible UICs within PRIMS by using the UIC Assignment Tile located on the right-hand side of the PRIMS Homepage.
• Step-by-step instructions regarding UIC assignment are available within the CFL PRIMS Training Course at https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Support-Services/Culture-Resilience/Physical-Readiness/PRIMS-Training/ .

Updated PRP FAQ (AUG 2025)

PRIMS Webinar Series.  The PRP Office will host a webinar on 13 August at 1100 CST for CFL/ACFLs to attend.  The training topic will be “Managing PARFQs in PRIMS” and will offer an opportunity to ask PRIMS related questions. 

MILLINGTON, Tenn. — The Navy is set to launch a major update to its performance evaluation system, which includes a significant change for chief petty officers, with the release of NAVFIT98A version 33 (v33) on July 30.

This marks a significant milestone in the ongoing modernization efforts for Navy personnel management tools.

NAVFIT98A v33 replaces all previous versions and is compatible with Office 365 and all other workstations used by Sailors service wide. The new release is designed to better meet the needs of Sailors across the fleet, both at sea and ashore, and introduces a revised chief petty officer evaluation (CHIEFEVAL) form.

Key changes to the revised CHIEFEVAL form include aligning performance traits with the Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy’s CPO Guiding Principles, mandatory Navy Physical Fitness Assessment scores, screened subcategory option for Sailors advanced via the Senior Enlisted Marketplace to ensure they are grouped separately from those not screened for advancement, command and departmental inspection scores (unless classified), and a specific hard breakout ranking of the individual and summary group size.

“This is the most honest, transparent evaluation the Navy’s enlisted force has ever seen,” said Navy Personnel Command Force Master Chief Bill Houlihan. “Every member of our Mess will be fully aware of where they stand amongst their peers, and what they can do to improve as Chiefs. Most importantly, this evaluation truly quantifies the impact each Chief has on their command’s mission and it underscores the fact that a command’s culture falls squarely on the collective shoulders of the Mess.”

Anticipating concerns about timelines of CHIEFEVAL submissions with the revised form, the submission window for commanding officers is extended from 15 days to 45 days and the deadline for chief petty officer and senior chief petty officer periodic reports are moved from Sept. 15 to Nov. 15. The effective end date of those reporting periods remains Sept. 15.

There will be multiple options for accessing NAVFIT98 v33. It will be available on Nautilus as part of the hosted software applications. Users will be able to search for the software and open as on any normal desktop.

NMCI users who have not yet converted to Nautilus will only be able to access version 33 of NAVFIT via the virtual remote desktop (NVD).

See NAVADMIN 159/25 at https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/references/messages/navadmin-2025/ for the full list of access options and specific instructions.

Visit www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Career-Management/Performance-Evaluation for further guidance and updates.