Soldiers in China's voluntary military service system are called noncommissioned officers, who are generally selected from conscripts who have completed military service and recruited from citizens with professional skills outside the army when necessary. The ranks of non-commissioned officers are divided into three grades and seven grades.

An officer refers to an active serviceman who has been assigned a post above the rank or a professional technical post above the junior level and has been awarded the corresponding rank, that is, an army cadre. Officers are divided into officers, political officers, logistics officers and professional and technical officers according to the nature of their duties. Officers and soldiers club. The rank setting of our military officers is unique in the world, with three grades and ten grades.

Article 22 The basic duties of officers of the China People's Liberation Army are:

Study Marxism-Leninism, Mao Zedong Thought, Deng Xiaoping Theory, Theory of Three Represents and Scientific Outlook on Development, implement the Party's line, principles and policies, abide by national laws and regulations, and implement the army's rules, regulations and detailed rules.

Obey orders, obey orders.

Actively study military affairs, politics, science and culture, constantly improve the command ability of modern operations, and resolutely complete combat tasks.

Proficient in their own business, actively and responsibly do their job.

Familiar with and carefully manage the equipped equipment to keep it in good condition.

Respect soldiers, love subordinates, unite comrades, and set an example for soldiers everywhere.

Love the people and respect the people's government.

Strictly keep state and military secrets, abide by safety laws and regulations, and prevent accidents and cases.