Anniversary Bonus
Amount: Shall not exceed P3,000.00 per employee per year
When Granted: every milestone year (15th and every five years thereafter)
A one-time incentive granted to government employees commemorating a milestone founding anniversary (15th and every five years thereafter). It is given to all qualified government officials and employees who have rendered at least a specified minimum period of service as of the anniversary date, in an amount not exceeding ₱3,000.00 per employee per milestone year, to foster esprit de corps and recognize institutional milestones.
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Base Pay – Military and Uniformed Personnel (MUP)
Amount: based on the Base Pay Schedule of the MUP
When granted: paid on a monthly basis (following the payroll schedule of the agency)
The basic salary schedule specific to military and uniformed personnel (AFP, PNP, BFP, BJMP, PCG, and similar services), distinct from the civilian Salary Schedule, reflecting rank and years in service. It is paid monthly to all active MUP as the foundation for computing other pay and allowances (e.g., longevity pay, hazard pay). It exists to recognize the unique nature, risks, and command structure of military/uniformed service.
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Cash Gift
Amount: ₱5,000 per employee per year
When Granted: released simultaneously with the year end bonus
The Cash Gift is a flat ₱5,000 benefit granted alongside the Year-End Bonus to the same pool of eligible government personnel, following the same eligibility windows and proration rules for those with less than four months of service. It is released simultaneously with the Year-End Bonus, with the first agency payroll of November. The Cash Gift exists as an additional, simplified year-end token — separate from the salary-based bonus — meant to further reward the hard work and dedication of government employees nationwide during the holiday season.
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Collective Negotiation Agreement (CNA) Incentive
Amount: up to ₱30,000 per employee (2025 rate)
When Granted: not earlier than December 15 of the current year
The CNA Incentive is a one-time cash benefit — up to ₱30,000 for FY 2025, though the exact rate varies yearly based on agency savings — granted to both management and rank-and-file employees of government agencies with a valid, approved, and successfully implemented Collective Negotiation Agreement. It is released not earlier than December 15 each year. This incentive rewards employees for helping their agency achieve performance targets at lower cost and for contributing to more efficient operations through jointly agreed cost-cutting measures and systems improvements.
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Medical Allowance
Amount: ₱7,000 per employee per year
When Granted: not earlier than December 15 of the current year
Starting FY 2025, civilian government employees are entitled to a Medical Allowance of up to ₱7,000 per year, granted annually alongside other standard allowances. The allowance may be given as a contribution toward HMO enrollment (either agency-procured or individually chosen), or in cash form to help cover actual medical expenses where HMO coverage isn’t feasible. This benefit was introduced to help government workers access health maintenance coverage and manage healthcare costs, addressing a long-standing gap in standard compensation packages for the public sector.
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Mid-Year Bonus
Amount: One month basic salary as of May 15 of the current year
When Granted: Not earlier than May 15 of the current year
The Mid-Year Bonus is a one-time cash benefit equivalent to one month’s basic salary as of May 15, granted to government personnel who have rendered at least four months of aggregate satisfactory service from July 1 of the preceding year up to May 15, and who remain in service on that date. It is released not earlier than May 15 of every year. The bonus exists to give government workers a mid-year financial boost and to formally recognize their continued dedication and service on top of their regular Total Compensation Framework benefits.
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Performance-Based Bonus (PBB)
Amount: up to 65% of monthly basic salary
When Granted: once eligible and funds for the same becomes available
The PBB is a performance-linked cash bonus computed as a percentage of an employee’s monthly basic salary — historically ranging from roughly 30% up to 65%, depending on the requesting agency’s tier and score under the Good Governance Conditions assessment. It is granted to personnel of agencies that pass the eligibility validation, provided the individual employee has at least a “Very Satisfactory” rating. Because agencies are assessed after the fiscal year closes, the PBB for a given year is typically released well into the following year or later. The bonus exists to reward both individual performance and organizational good governance, tying employee pay directly to agency-wide accountability and service delivery results.
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Personnel Economic Relief Allowance (PERA)
Amount: ₱2,000 per month
When Granted: Based on agency payroll schedule, usually given together with the first payroll
PERA is a monthly cash allowance of ₱2,000 granted to all civilian government personnel — whether regular, contractual, or casual, full-time or part-time. It is released together with an employee’s monthly salary and is granted for as long as the employee remains in active service. The allowance exists to help cushion government workers against the rising cost of basic goods and services, effectively serving as a fixed cost-of-living supplement regardless of an employee’s salary grade.
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Service Recognition Incentive (SRI)
The SRI is a one-time cash incentive — up to ₱20,000 for FY 2025 — granted to regular, contractual, or co-terminus government personnel (including military and uniformed personnel) with at least four months of satisfactory service by November 30, who remain in service as of that date. Employees with shorter service receive a prorated amount, from 10% to 40% depending on months served. Payment is released typically between December 15 and 31. The SRI is granted in recognition of government workers’ collective contributions to national development goals.
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Step Increment Due to Length of Service
This benefit grants one additional step within an employee’s salary grade for every three years of continuous, satisfactory service rendered in their present position. There’s no fixed peso amount, since the increase depends on the step-and-grade differential of the employee’s position; it’s granted automatically once the three-year milestone is reached and confirmed by the HR or Administrative Office. The benefit exists to reward tenure and loyalty, acknowledging employees who continue delivering satisfactory service in the same post over time.
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Step Increment Due to Meritorious Performance
This is a performance-based step increment granted to government employees who post high ratings across two consecutive rating periods within a calendar year. An employee with two “Outstanding” ratings may receive two step increments, while one “Outstanding” paired with one “Very Satisfactory” (or two “Very Satisfactory” ratings) merits one step increment. It applies to all qualified officials and employees under the CSC’s approved Performance Management System and is granted after each applicable rating period is evaluated. Unlike the length-of-service version, this incentive exists specifically to reward performance excellence rather than mere tenure, encouraging employees to consistently exceed expectations.
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Uniform or Clothing Allowance
Amount: ₱7,000 per year
When Granted: Typically released in April of every year
The Uniform/Clothing Allowance (U/CA) is an annual cash benefit — currently up to ₱7,000 for FY 2026, up from ₱6,000 the year prior — granted to civilian government personnel who are expected to render at least six consecutive months of service within the fiscal year, including paid leaves of absence. Part-time employees receive a proportional amount. It is typically released starting the first working day of April, subject to fund availability and the Notice of Cash Allocation. The allowance is meant to help cover the cost of appropriate work attire or agency-prescribed uniforms so employees can meet standards of professional presentation without shouldering the full expense themselves.
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Year End Bonus
Amount: one month’s basic salary as of October 31 of the current year
When Granted: first agency payroll of November
The Year-End Bonus is equivalent to one month’s basic salary as of October 31, granted to government personnel who have rendered at least four months of service from January 1 to October 31 and remain in service as of October 31. Since Budget Circular No. 2024-3, it is released together with the first agency payroll of November. Employees with less than four months of service receive a prorated Cash Gift only, with no Year-End Bonus. This benefit is granted annually to help government workers meet holiday-season expenses and as a year-end token of appreciation for their service and sacrifice.
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