Jay Leland Benedict (April 14, 1882 – September 16, 1953) was a United States Army major general and superintendent of the United States Military Academy (1938–1940).

Benedict received an appointment to West Point as a member of the class of 1904.

After serving as executive officer for the 16th Infantry Regiment (United States) at Fort Jay, New York, he commanded the 12th Infantry Regiment (United States) at Fort Howard, Maryland in 1936.

Positions held included: Army major general and superintendent (from 1938 to 1940).

[1] Legion Of Merit Award For As Procurement And Discharge Section In G- (between 1942 and 1946).