Amir (Iranian Army)

Amir, previously known as Timsar, is the honorific title used for officers of high rank, ranking Second [brigadier general (Iran)|2nd Brigadier General] and higher in the Islamic [Republic of Iran Army]. The title is also used to address Law Enforcement Force of [Islamic Republic of Iran] commanders, except for those who previously have served in the Islamic [Revolutionary Guard Corps], where "Sardar" is equivalent to the title. Amirs are often graduates of the AJA [University of Command and Staff|University of Command and Staff].
Ranks being addressed by the title in Ground Forces of [Islamic Republic of Iran Army|Ground Force], Islamic [Republic of Iran Air Force|Air Force] and Islamic Republic of Iran [Air Defense Force|Air Defense Base] include:
Ranks being addressed by the title in the Navy include: