Question & AnswerQ&A (NAPOLCOM MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 2013-004)
The memorandum prescribes the guidelines on the grant of waiver on the minimum qualifications for the initial appointment to the uniformed component of the Philippine National Police (PNP).
They may be waived only when the number of qualified applicants falls below the approved national/regional quota.
Applicants must be not less than twenty (20) years old and not over thirty-five (35) years old at the time of appointment.
For males, the minimum height is 1.57 meters, and for females, it is 1.52 meters; for applicants belonging to indigenous groups, the minimum is 1.52 meters for males and 1.45 meters for females.
Applicants must submit appropriate proof of membership in a certain indigenous group, certified by the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) or the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP).
Applicants are given not exceeding six (6) months to comply with the weight requirement.
No, the grant of waiver is not a guarantee for appointment; the applicant will only be considered if the number of qualified applicants is below the quota.
Factors include possession of special skills (e.g., evidence gathering, cybercrime investigation), special talents (sports, music, arts), extensive experience or training in forensic science or legal/medical/technical services, outstanding academic records, good family background, recognized social standing, awards, and commendations.
The Waiver Committee consists of three members, including the Service Chief of the Personnel and Administrative Service as chairman. It assists the Commission En Banc in screening and processing waiver applicants.
The applicant's folder endorsed by the Chief, PNP is submitted to the Commission En Banc via the Vice-Chairman and Executive Officer. The Commission En Banc may grant waivers through En Banc Resolution after evaluation, or it may refer the application to the Waiver Committee for recommendation.
Yes, an applicant with a waiver may use it for succeeding recruitment periods as long as they abide by the conditions stipulated in the memorandum.
They shall be dealt with under existing rules and regulations imposing penalties for non-compliance.
It took effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in a newspaper of general circulation and upon filing a copy with the UP Law Center.