The Philippine government has officially confirmed the 2025 salary increase for all qualified public sector employees, following the continued implementation of the Salary Standardization Law of 2019 (SSL V). This latest update reflects the fourth and final tranche of the salary adjustments, providing enhanced compensation to civil servants, uniformed personnel, and other government workers.
This article breaks down the key details of the Philippine government salary hike 2025, including the updated pay raise table, scope of beneficiaries, and its impact on public sector workforce morale and retention.
2025 Government Salary Increase Confirmed in the Philippines
Key Details |
Information |
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Salary Increase Effective Date |
January 1, 2025 |
Law Basis |
Salary Standardization Law of 2019 (SSL V) – Republic Act No. 11466 |
Coverage |
Civilian personnel, military, uniformed personnel |
New Salary Table Availability |
Released by DBM |
Official DBM Source |
The Salary Standardization Law 2025 (SSL V) is the final installment in a four-year plan that began in 2020. It aims to make government compensation more competitive compared to the private sector while promoting efficiency and professionalism in public service.
The 2025 tranche continues the gradual salary increase and reallocation of salaries across all government position levels, from Salary Grade (SG) 1 to SG 33.
Key Highlights
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Final implementation year of SSL V (RA 11466)
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Increase benefits over 1.4 million government employees
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Uniformed personnel such as PNP, AFP, BJMP, and BFP also receive adjusted base pay
Updated 2025 Pay Raise Table
The pay raise table for 2025 reflects the last and highest increase under SSL V. Here are a few sample comparisons to illustrate:
Salary Grade |
Step 1 (2024) |
Step 1 (2025) |
% Increase |
|---|---|---|---|
SG 1 |
₱13,000 |
₱13,500 |
3.85% |
SG 10 |
₱20,219 |
₱21,211 |
4.91% |
SG 15 |
₱33,575 |
₱35,097 |
4.53% |
SG 24 |
₱90,078 |
₱94,885 |
5.34% |
SG 30 |
₱170,878 |
₱180,643 |
5.71% |
Note: Actual increases vary depending on position, length of service, and step level.
Who Benefits from the 2025 Government Pay Hike?
Civilian Personnel
Regular employees in national government agencies, state universities and colleges, and government-owned and controlled corporations (GOCCs) not covered by GCG compensation frameworks.
Uniformed Personnel
This includes members of:
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Philippine National Police (PNP)
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Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP)
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Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP)
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Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP)
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Philippine Coast Guard (PCG)
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National Mapping and Resource Information Authority (NAMRIA)
Elected and Appointed Officials
While the salary hike applies broadly, certain elected positions have caps or may require special approval.
Budgetary Impact and Government Prioritization
The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has allocated a significant budget portion in the 2025 General Appropriations Act to fund this final tranche. This strategic move reflects the government’s effort to:
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Enhance recruitment and retention in the public sector
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Reduce disparity between public and private salaries
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Promote transparency and meritocracy in government service
Implications for the Public Sector
The Philippine government salary hike 2025 is expected to boost employee morale and attract more qualified professionals to public service. However, concerns remain around regional equity, with some LGUs struggling to match national compensation levels due to limited Internal Revenue Allotment (IRA).
Moreover, job performance and accountability remain critical as higher compensation should ideally translate into better service delivery.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Salary Standardization Law 2025?
The SSL 2025 refers to the implementation year of the fourth and final tranche under Republic Act No. 11466, which mandates a gradual salary increase for government workers from 2020 to 2025.
When will the 2025 salary increase take effect?
The adjusted salaries take effect on January 1, 2025, and will reflect in the first payroll of the year.
Who is covered by the 2025 government salary hike?
All civilian government employees, uniformed personnel, and selected appointed and elected officials not governed by separate compensation systems.
Will teachers and nurses receive an increase?
Yes. Positions like public school teachers (SG 11-13) and government nurses (SG 15-19) are included in the new salary schedule.
Is this the last government salary increase?
Under SSL V, 2025 marks the last planned increase. However, further adjustments may be proposed by Congress or the DBM in future salary standardization programs.
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