DD Form 2366. Montgomery GI Bill Act of 1984 (MGIB)(Chapter 30, Title 38 U.S. Code) Basic Enrollment

DD Form 2366 is the Montgomery GI Bill Act of 1984 (MGIB) (Chapter 30, Title 38 U.S. Code) Basic Enrollment form, used by service members to enroll in the MGIB education benefits program.

The form consists of sections where service members provide personal information, military service details, and educational program preferences. Additionally, there are spaces for the service member's signature, certification from a military official, and banking information for direct deposit of benefits.

Instructions guide the service member through the process of completing personal and military service information accurately. They also highlight the importance of understanding the program's eligibility criteria and potential benefit options.

Application Example: A recently enlisted service member planning to pursue higher education after completing their military service could use DD Form 2366 to enroll in the MGIB program, which provides financial assistance for education expenses.

No additional documents are typically required for filling out this form. An alternative form for education benefits is the Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33) application, which offers different benefits and eligibility criteria.