Question & AnswerQ&A (CSC MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 48)
The purpose is to adopt a uniform policy on the requirements of clearances submitted prior to the issuance of any appointment in the civil service to simplify the appointment process and avoid red tape and unnecessary delay.
For original appointments, an NBI (National Bureau of Investigation) clearance is required.
For reinstatement or reemployment, an NBI clearance and clearance from the previous or former office or agency are required.
No, there is no need for new clearances for the renewal of temporary, casual, or contractual appointments.
No, other than the clearances specified (NBI clearance for original appointments, NBI and previous office clearance for reinstatement/reemployment, and no clearance for renewal), no other clearance is required.
It was adopted on November 15, 1990.
The policy is to limit the requirement of clearances to simplify the appointment process and avoid red tape and unnecessary delay.
Yes, it applies to original appointments, reinstatement or reemployment, and renewal of temporary, casual, or contractual appointments.
Requiring an NBI clearance ensures that the appointee has no criminal record and promotes integrity in the civil service appointment process.