Section 294(3) in The Naval Ceremonial, Conditions Of Service And Miscellaneous Regulations, 1964
(3)In appropriate cases, however, instead of deciding not to award the badge the Captain may direct the sailor to appear before him again after a period of not less than three or more than six months. This decision should be noted on the form I.N. 285, and during this period the sailor shall not be [promoted] [Substituted by S.R.O. 361, dated 10th November, 1975.] in [rank] [Substituted by S.R.O. 192, dated 10th September, 1973.].