Basis for Extension According to R.A. 8291 and CSC-MC No. 27, s. 1990
- Section 13(b) of R.A. 8291 allows service extension for compulsory retirees who have not completed the fifteen-year service requirement.
- CSC Memorandum Circular No. 27, s. 1990 sets conditions for such extensions:
- Extension applies only to permanent appointees in the career service.
- Applicants must be regular members of the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS).
- The extension period shall not exceed one year.
Guidelines for Extension of DECS Officials and Employees
- Requests must be properly endorsed by the head of office.
- Requests must be filed at least three years before the employee’s retirement date.
- The duration of extension shall not exceed one year.
- Employees who joined the service at age 57 or older are disqualified from extension.
- Applicants must have permanent status in the career service and GSIS membership.
- The latest performance rating must be at least "Very Satisfactory."
- Physical and mental fitness certification by a government physician is required.
Reinforcement of Existing Policy
- The policy of no service extension for DECS employees who have reached 65 years of age and fulfilled the fifteen-year service requirement remains in effect.
Directive for Implementation
- DECS officials are instructed to disseminate this order immediately for strict compliance.