QuestionsQuestions (CSC MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 48)
It adopts a uniform policy on the requirements of clearances submitted prior to the issuance of civil service appointments, with the aim of simplifying the appointment process and avoiding red tape and unnecessary delays.
It is adopted pursuant to CSC Resolution No. 90-1036 dated November 15, 1990.
Only an NBI clearance.
An NBI clearance and a clearance from the previous/former office or agency.
No. For renewal of temporary, casual, or contractual appointments, there is no need for new clearances.
Other than the specific situations listed (original appointments, reinstatement/reemployment, and renewal of temporary/casual/contractual), no other clearance need be submitted for the issuance of appointments.
By limiting the clearance requirements strictly to those specified in the circular, thereby reducing unnecessary additional documentary requirements.
November 15, 1990.
Patricia A. Sto. Tomas, Chairman (as reflected by the signature in the text).
No. The circular provides that other than the listed requirements, no other clearance need be submitted for the issuance of appointments.
(1) NBI clearance and (2) clearance from the previous/former office or agency.
None—there is no need for new clearances for renewal of temporary, casual, or contractual appointments.
Original appointments; reinstatement/reemployment; and renewal of temporary, casual, or contractual appointments.
It limits clearance submissions to the enumerated cases only; additional clearances beyond those specified are not required for appointment issuance.
NBI clearance.
Because it sets a specific, standardized clearance policy that governs what documents may be required before appointment issuance, affecting compliance and appointment timelines.