Under the new schedule, the monthly base pay of a Patrolman or Patrolwoman increased to \u20b131,151, while senior officers can receive more than \u20b1100,000 per month in basic pay. The daily subsistence allowance for covered uniformed personnel also increased to \u20b1350.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This guide explains the updated PNP ranks and salary<\/strong>, basic monthly pay, benefits, allowances, deductions, and career progression in 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The PNP salary<\/strong> is the compensation received by uniformed personnel of the Philippine National Police. The amount primarily depends on rank, although total monthly compensation may also include applicable allowances, bonuses, and incentives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n PNP personnel follow a separate base pay schedule for military and uniformed personnel. They do not use the ordinary civilian government Salary Grade system in exactly the same way as employees classified from Salary Grade 1 to Salary Grade 33.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A PNP officer\u2019s total compensation may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The salary shown in the official base pay schedule is not necessarily the amount an officer receives after deductions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The PNP salary increase 2026<\/strong> forms part of the updated base pay schedule for military and uniformed personnel under Executive Order No. 107, series of 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The adjustment is being implemented in three tranches:<\/p>\n\n\n\n National Budget Circular No. 600 confirms that the first-tranche rates became effective on January 1, 2026. The circular covers uniformed personnel of the PNP, along with other qualified military and uniformed services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The 2026 increase replaces the previous base pay rates used in earlier years. This means older salary guides that still show \u20b129,668 as the entry-level police salary no longer reflect the new 2026 base pay schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Many job seekers use the term PNP salary grade<\/strong> when searching for police compensation. However, the official system for uniformed PNP personnel is more accurately described as a rank-based monthly base pay schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The word \u201csalary grade\u201d is more commonly associated with civilian government positions. Uniformed police personnel are paid according to their corresponding PNP rank under the military and uniformed personnel compensation schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Non-uniformed personnel working within the PNP may be subject to a different civilian position classification and salary system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The table below presents the official PNP salary by rank<\/strong> effective January 1, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These figures represent monthly base pay before allowances, bonuses, taxes, contributions, loan repayments, and other authorized deductions. The rates are taken from the updated DBM base pay schedule for military and uniformed personnel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The PNP basic salary<\/strong> is the fixed monthly amount assigned to an officer\u2019s rank. Total compensation may be higher after qualified allowances and incentives are included.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For example, a Patrolman or Patrolwoman has a 2026 base pay of \u20b131,151 per month. This is not automatically the same as gross compensation or take-home pay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A simplified compensation structure may look like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Basic salary + applicable allowances + authorized incentives = gross compensation<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n The estimated take-home amount is then calculated as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Gross compensation \u2212 taxes \u2212 contributions \u2212 loans \u2212 other deductions = net pay<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Actual payroll amounts vary between personnel because not every officer receives the same allowances or has the same deductions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The entry-level rank for many newly appointed uniformed PNP personnel is Patrolman or Patrolwoman.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The official starting PNP basic salary<\/strong> in 2026 is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u20b131,151 per month<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n This amount does not yet include applicable allowances and benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The position may involve patrol operations, incident response, community policing, law enforcement, report preparation, traffic management, and support for investigations or public safety programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The actual duties depend on the officer\u2019s unit, assignment, location, and operational responsibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Police Corporal receives a monthly basic salary of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u20b132,410<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Police Corporals may perform regular police duties while also taking on greater responsibilities than entry-level personnel. Depending on the assignment, they may support team supervision, operational coordination, case handling, and the mentoring of junior officers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Promotion to Police Corporal provides a higher base salary and represents an early step in the PNP career ladder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The 2026 monthly base pay of a Police Staff Sergeant is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u20b133,720<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Police Staff Sergeants may help supervise personnel, coordinate shifts, support investigations, manage records, or assist senior officers in operational and administrative work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The role typically requires greater experience and responsibility than the Patrolman or Police Corporal positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Police Master Sergeant receives:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u20b135,082 per month<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Personnel at this level may be assigned to supervisory, operational, administrative, training, or specialized functions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Promotion is generally affected by qualifications, performance, required training, time in rank, service record, and the availability of positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The monthly base pay of a Police Senior Master Sergeant is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u20b135,783<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n This senior non-commissioned rank may involve leadership responsibilities, personnel supervision, operational coordination, and support for unit management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The full monthly compensation may be higher when applicable allowances and incentives are added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Police Chief Master Sergeant receives a monthly basic salary of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u20b136,499<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Officers at this rank may serve in senior supervisory or technical positions. They may also assist commissioned officers in managing personnel, operations, logistics, administration, or specialized police functions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The highest non-commissioned PNP rank included in the schedule is Police Executive Master Sergeant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The 2026 base pay is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u20b140,284 per month<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n This rank carries significant leadership and supervisory responsibility. It can also serve as an important point in the career path of experienced non-commissioned personnel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The basic monthly salary of a Police Lieutenant is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u20b152,004<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Police Lieutenant is a commissioned officer rank. Officers at this level may lead teams, supervise station activities, manage administrative functions, participate in operational planning, or oversee specific police programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The increase between Police Executive Master Sergeant and Police Lieutenant reflects the greater command and decision-making responsibilities of commissioned officers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The official monthly base pay of a Police Captain in 2026 is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u20b159,411<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Police Captains may serve as unit leaders, section chiefs, operations officers, or station commanders, depending on organizational requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Their responsibilities may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Police Major receives a monthly basic salary of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u20b165,683<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Police Majors often hold more advanced command, operational, or administrative responsibilities. They may manage larger units, coordinate multiple teams, or take part in planning and policy implementation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The position requires strong leadership, professional experience, and the ability to make decisions involving personnel and public safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The monthly base pay of a Police Lieutenant Colonel is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u20b174,879<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Officers at this rank may hold senior command or administrative positions at provincial, regional, specialized, or national units.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Promotion to this level becomes increasingly competitive because fewer positions are available at higher ranks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Police Colonel receives a basic monthly salary of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u20b184,612<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Police Colonels may be assigned to major leadership roles involving strategy, personnel management, operations, administration, or regional and national police functions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Their salary reflects the complexity and accountability associated with senior command responsibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Senior PNP generals receive the highest monthly base pay rates in the organization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The PNP chief salary<\/strong> is generally associated with the Police General rank when the Chief of the Philippine National Police holds that rank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The \u20b1157,274 figure represents monthly basic pay only. The total compensation of a senior official may include applicable benefits and authorized allowances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The PNP salary and allowances<\/strong> package may provide eligible personnel with compensation beyond their monthly basic salary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, not every allowance applies to every police officer. Eligibility can depend on rank, duty status, years of service, location, assignment, and existing government regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Beginning January 1, 2026, the daily subsistence allowance for covered military and uniformed personnel increased to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u20b1350 per day<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n The rate applies to qualified PNP personnel under National Budget Circular No. 600.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For illustration, \u20b1350 multiplied by 30 days equals \u20b110,500. However, actual payroll treatment remains subject to official eligibility, accounting, and implementation rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The subsistence allowance should not be added to every salary estimate without first confirming how it applies to the individual officer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Qualified PNP personnel may receive longevity pay based on completed years of service and applicable government rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This benefit rewards long-term service and may increase an officer\u2019s total compensation even before promotion to a higher rank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The actual amount can vary according to service history and authorized computation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Eligible personnel who are not provided with government quarters may qualify for a quarters allowance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The amount and eligibility conditions can depend on rank and current government policies. Officers should refer to official payroll records or the PNP Finance Service for the amount applicable to their situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n PNP personnel must maintain prescribed uniforms and comply with appearance standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Qualified officers may receive clothing or uniform-related benefits to help cover these requirements. Such benefits may be released periodically rather than included as part of ordinary monthly basic pay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Police work may involve dangerous assignments, emergency response, specialized operations, disaster deployment, or duties in high-risk locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Personnel who meet the requirements may receive hazard-related or special duty compensation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Eligibility depends on the nature of the assignment and applicable rules. These allowances should not be assumed to apply equally to all PNP personnel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Qualified government personnel may receive mid-year and year-end benefits subject to government regulations and eligibility requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These benefits are generally separate from regular monthly base pay. They should not be included when estimating ordinary monthly income unless the calculation clearly identifies them as annual or periodic payments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Depending on eligibility and current policies, PNP personnel may also receive:<\/p>\n\n\n\n These benefits contribute to the long-term value of a PNP career, even when they are not directly included in monthly take-home pay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The official salary table shows gross basic pay before deductions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Common deductions may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n PNP salary deduction systems may be used for approved insurance products and other authorized financial obligations. The actual deductions appearing on a payslip depend on the individual officer\u2019s circumstances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There is no single take-home salary for each rank because personnel may receive different allowances and have different deductions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A basic estimate can be prepared using the following steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Start with the amount assigned to the officer\u2019s rank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For example, the base salary of a Patrolman or Patrolwoman is \u20b131,151 in 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Include only allowances for which the officer is eligible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These may include subsistence, longevity, quarters, hazard-related compensation, or special duty benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mid-year bonuses, year-end bonuses, and other periodic benefits should be calculated separately rather than treated as ordinary monthly income.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Deduct applicable taxes and government contributions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Loans, insurance premiums, cooperative payments, salary assignments, and other deductions can substantially reduce net income.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Because of these variables, two officers holding the same rank may receive different take-home amounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n PNP employment offers a structured government compensation package rather than a salary determined by an individual private employer.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat Is the PNP Salary in 2026?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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PNP Salary Increase 2026<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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PNP Salary Grade Explained<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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PNP Ranks and Salary Table 2026<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
PNP rank<\/th> Monthly basic salary<\/th><\/tr><\/thead> Patrolman\/Patrolwoman<\/td> \u20b131,151<\/td><\/tr> Police Corporal<\/td> \u20b132,410<\/td><\/tr> Police Staff Sergeant<\/td> \u20b133,720<\/td><\/tr> Police Master Sergeant<\/td> \u20b135,082<\/td><\/tr> Police Senior Master Sergeant<\/td> \u20b135,783<\/td><\/tr> Police Chief Master Sergeant<\/td> \u20b136,499<\/td><\/tr> Police Executive Master Sergeant<\/td> \u20b140,284<\/td><\/tr> Police Lieutenant<\/td> \u20b152,004<\/td><\/tr> Police Captain<\/td> \u20b159,411<\/td><\/tr> Police Major<\/td> \u20b165,683<\/td><\/tr> Police Lieutenant Colonel<\/td> \u20b174,879<\/td><\/tr> Police Colonel<\/td> \u20b184,612<\/td><\/tr> Police Brigadier General<\/td> \u20b195,611<\/td><\/tr> Police Major General<\/td> \u20b1108,041<\/td><\/tr> Police Lieutenant General<\/td> \u20b1131,853<\/td><\/tr> Police General<\/td> \u20b1157,274<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n PNP Basic Salary vs Total Compensation<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Police Captain Salary<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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PNP General Salary<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
General rank<\/th> Monthly basic salary<\/th><\/tr><\/thead> Police Brigadier General<\/td> \u20b195,611<\/td><\/tr> Police Major General<\/td> \u20b1108,041<\/td><\/tr> Police Lieutenant General<\/td> \u20b1131,853<\/td><\/tr> Police General<\/td> \u20b1157,274<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n ![\"pnp](\"https:\/\/bossjob.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/22-2-1024x555.webp\")
PNP Salary and Allowances<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Longevity Pay<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Quarters Allowance<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Common PNP Salary Deductions<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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How to Estimate PNP Take-Home Pay<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Identify the official monthly base pay<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Add applicable allowances<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Separate annual bonuses<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Subtract mandatory deductions<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Subtract personal financial obligations<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
How PNP Salary Compares With Other Philippine Careers<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n