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NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
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REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
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Third Regular Session 
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SENATE 
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25 ,1AN 27 P5 31
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Introduced by Senator Loren Legarda
AN ACT
ESTABLISHING THE NATIONAL PUBLIC SERVICE COLLEGE, AND 
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR
EXPLANATORY NOTE
In 2021, the Philippine government workforce presented a complex 
demographic portrait, revealing both challenges and opportunities across different age 
groups1. According to the Civil Service Commission (CSC), in 2021, employees aged 
18-25 in the Philippine government workforce comprised a small 3.04% of the total 
workforce. This age bracket primarily occupies entry-level roles, with just over 1% in 
first-level positions and 2% in second-level positions in the entire career service. 
Meanwhile, those aged 26-35 represented a more significant 26.31% of the total 
workforce, mainly occupying second-level supervisorial/ managerial positions and 
holding 20.21% of career roles. Together, these two age brackets account for only 
17% of the elected positions in the country. Despite their growing involvement in 
decision-making, their influence was overshadowed by the dominant 36-65 age group, 
which constitutes 70.65% of the total workforce, 53% of the total career position in 
managerial roles, and 83% of elective positions.
1 Inventory of Government Human Resources;
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This demographic distribution underscores a significant disparity in governance 
dynamics. Whiie younger empioyees embody the future ieadership, their ascent to 
higher manageriai echeions and influence in poiicy-making processes is constrained. 
This generationai divide highiights systemic issues in preparing and integrating young 
Fiiipinos into effective governance, perpetuating a disconnect where decisions shaping 
the nation's future are often made without their meaningfui input.
Gat. Jose Rizal's assertion that "The youth is the hope of our future" 
reverberates as a poignant cali to rectify this disparity. Yet, current realities often 
depict a governance landscape where youth participation is marginalized by tokenism 
and entrenched traditional politics. Despite encouraging young Filipinos to aspire to 
leadership roles, systemic barriers persist, from inadequate education alignment with 
government service needs to iimited awareness of constitutional rights and duties 
among the youth. Moreover, iegisiative efforts aimed at lowering the retirement age 
do littie to address the entrenched aging demographic within public service.
Compounding these chailenges are systemic deficiencies within the Philippine 
civil service: a deficiency in technicai expertise, ethical lapses, and a misalignment of 
job roies that hinder effective governance. New hires often grapple with steep learning 
curves, while mid and senior-level officials frequently lack essential skills in strategic 
planning and implementation. These shortcomings undermine efficiency, foster 
corruption, and erode pubiic trust in governmentai institutions.
To tackie these pressing issues head-on, comprehensive reforms are essential 
to equip future civil servants with the requisite skiiis, knowiedge, and ethical grounding 
needed to serve the nation effectively.
The National Public Service College Act of 2025 emerges as a pivotal 
inter-generational Initiative aimed at empowering young Filipinos to assume ieadership 
roies in government. This legislation embodies the state's heightened trust and hope 
in the youth, envisioning a future where they piay a pivotal role in steering the nation 
forward.
Central to this vision is the establishment of the National Public Service College 
(NPSC), envisioned as a premier institution dedicated to cultivating a cadre of skilled 
and ethical civil servants. The NPSC will impart a specialized curricuium, meticulously 
crafted in coilaboration with government agencies, encompassing iegal frameworks.


developmental principles, and technical competencies crucial for public service roles. 
By prioritizing practical education and experiential learning through a mandatory 
government internship, the NPSC aims to produce graduates poised to navigate the 
complexities of governance with integrity and innovation.
Furthermore, graduates of the NPSC will attain Civil Service Commission Level 
II Eligibility, streamlining their entry into government positions and incentivizing 
agencies to recruit these prepared professionals. By ensuring access through free 
education and living stipends, the NPSC endeavors to dismantle financial barriers that 
hinder the development of capable and committed civil servants. In the future, the 
NPSC will cultivate a regiment of capable and well-prepared twenty-year-old Filipinos 
ready to assume mid-level government roles. These emerging leaders will swiftly 
integrate into critical decision-making and managerial positions across various sectors 
of governance. Over time, their presence will inject youthful energy and innovative 
perspectives into the core of governmental operations, enriching policy discussions 
and driving forward-thinking initiatives that cater to the evolving needs of society.
The NPSC embodies a strategic investment in the future of Philippine public 
administration, enhancing operational efficiency, ethical governance, and national 
progress. By cultivating competent, ethical, and visionary leaders, this initiative 
underscores the state's commitment to harnessing its youth's potential. Through these 
efforts, the Philippines aims to bridge generational divides, foster inclusive 
governance, and build a dynamic, resilient public service sector ready for 21st-century 
challenges.
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NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
Third Regular Session
SENATE
S. No. 2963
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25 JAN 27 P5:31
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Introduced by Senator Loren Legarda
AN ACT
ESTABLISHING THE NATIONAL PUBLIC SERVICE COLLEGE, AND 
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines 
in Congress assembled:
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Section 1. Short 77ife—This Act shali be known as the "National Public Service
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Coilege Act of 2025."
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Sec. 2. Declaration of Policies - It is the policy of the State to produce
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nationaiistic, ethical, highly technical, competent, and diligent public servants. To
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achieve this, the State shall establish, maintain, support, and operate a National Public
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Service College (NPSC) to train and develop students in the principles of nationality,
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ethical standards, and technical knowledge in government operations. It is the State's
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vision for these graduates to lead the nation in the future with integrity and love for
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the country.
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Sec. 3. Establishment of the National Public Service College - There is hereby
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established a National Public Service Coliege (NPSC), which will serve as the premier
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institution for training and developing future civil servants, with a speciai focus on
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technical, management, and administrative government work.
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Sec. 4. National Public Service College Board - The NPSC Board is hereby
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created, composed of the foliowing officials:
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a. Chairperson of the Civil Service Commission (President)


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b. Undersecretary in the Office of the President of the Philippines (Member)
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c. President of the Development Academy of the Philippines (Member)
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d. Chairperson of the Commission on Higher Education (Member)
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e. Department of Budget and Management (Member)
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An official whose responsibilities and expertise encompass matters directly or
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primarily related to learning, or technical, management, and administrative
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operations, may be designated to contribute optimally to the specialized nature of the
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education envisioned by the NPSC. This official must hold a rank no lower than that
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of a Department Undersecretary, or its equivalent, and shall serve in a permanent
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capacity.
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Sec. 5. Support Agencies - The following agencies shall provide technical
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support for curriculum development and overall policy formulation:
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a. National Economic and Development Authority
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b. Department of Science and Technology
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c. Department of Social Welfare and Development
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d. Department of Agriculture
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e. Department of Justice Department of the Interior and Local
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Government
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f. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
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g. Department of Information and Communications Technology
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h. Department of Finance
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i. Department of National Defense
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j. Commission on Audit
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k. Commission on Human Rights
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I. The National Commission for Culture and the Arts
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m. National Commission on Indigenous Peoples
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n. The Philippine Commission on Women
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0. Government Procurement Policy Board
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Department Secretaries or their designated officials, who must hold a rank not
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lower than Director III or equivalent, shall represent their respective agencies. These
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officials shall sit in a permanent capacity, and their actions shall be considered as
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actions of their principals.


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The Board and the Support Agencies shall meet at least once a year to discuss
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the developments, plans and the performance of the NPSC. In such meeting, the Board
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may propose the inclusion of more members of the Support Group in so far as their
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expertise are necessitated by improvements in the curriculum.
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Sec. 6. Secretariat- The Civil Service Commission's Civil Service Institute (CSC-
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CSI) shall act as the secretariat and implement the policies of the NPSC Board. It may
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expand its workforce, in accordance with legal procedures, to accommodate the new
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tasks. The CSC-CSI shall continue its functions as the center for comprehensive
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training and development programs for government officials and employees.
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Sec. 7. Curriculum - A comprehensive curriculum shall be formulated through
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the combined expertise of the NPSC Board and Support Agencies. The curriculum shall
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focus on training students in the 1987 Philippine Constitution, laws, regulations,
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practical application of technical, management, and administrative knowledge,
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including policy making, strategic planning, monitoring, evaluation, digitization, among
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other knowledge pertinent to future civil servants. In view of its specialized nature,
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the curriculum to be implemented in the NPSC shall be an exception to the rules
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provided by the CHED. General education subjects will not be included under this
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curriculum.
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Sec. 8. Location, Facilities and Academe - The NPSC shall be hosted at the
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auspices of the DAP. Special appropriations shall be provided to DAP for funding the
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facilities, faculty, and equipment of the NPSC, to be used exclusively for the said
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purposes. The workforce necessary for the operation thereof shall be in accordance
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with the requirements of the Department of Budget and Management (DBM).
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Sec. 9. Faculty and Staff Recruitment - The NPSC is committed to recruiting
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only the most qualified faculty and staff. All teaching personnel must possess a
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minimum of ten (10) years of actual government personnel experience. The NPSC will
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provide continuous training and development to ensure that faculty maintain the
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highest standards of qualifications and expertise. Incentives will be offered to attract
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and retain top educators and professionals.
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To preserve the highly technical nature of the NPSC, the NPSC Board will
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establish detailed guidelines to ensure that strict academic standards are upheld. The
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NPSC Board will oversee a rigorous, performance-based engagement process for NPSC


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professors. To prevent stagnation and promote continuous exceilence in pubiic
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service, tenure positions wiil be iimited and contingent upon proven integrity, ongoing
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professionai deveiopment, demonstrated subject matter expertise, scientific,
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technicai, academic, and public service success.
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Sec. 10. Core Values - The NPSC shall emphasize the importance of
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nationalism, public service, ethics, and integrity in the curriculum and in the criteria of
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selecting its officials, faculty, teaching, and non-teaching staff. The NPSC aims to instill
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a sense of duty, accountability, service, and honor in all members of its community.
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Sec. 11. Digitalization - The NPSC shall integrate the latest trends and
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advancements in digitalization and data analytics into its curriculum. This integration
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shall ensure that students are proficient in modern technologies, evidence-based
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decision making, and other methodologies relevant to government operations.
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Sec. 12. Admission Criteria, Selection & Retention, Process-The NPSC Board
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shall establish clear criteria for admission, including academic qualifications, entrance
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examinations, and other selection methods. The NPSC shall also formulate the
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retention, disqualification, and post-graduation conditions, including the mandatory
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length of service to the government of NPSC graduates.
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Sec. 13. Non-Discrimination and Merit-Based Admission - The NPSC shall
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enforce a strict non-discrimination policy across all operations, including admissions,
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hiring, and student services, ensuring no individual is discriminated against based on
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ethnicity, gender, religion, socioeconomic status, disability, or any characteristic
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unrelated to merit and performance. The NPSC shall actively promote diversity within
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its community and implement outreach programs to encourage applications from
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underrepresented groups. Support for economically disadvantaged students shall be
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provided through grants, and other financial aid beyond what is already granted under
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this Act.
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Sec. 14. Commencement of Operations-The NPSC shall commence operations
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not later than five (5) years from the effectivity of this Act. Immediately before the
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first year of its operation, the NPSC shall conduct a nationwide entrance examination
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to admit the initial 200 students into the program and every year thereafter. The
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population size of the NPSC shall be gradually increased by the NPSC Board.
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Sec. 15. Free Education and Stipend - In accordance with Republic Act No.


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10931, the NPSC shall be free for all accepted Filipino students. All accepted students
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shall receive a monthly living stipend as may be determined by the Board.
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Sec. 16. Research and Development- The NPSC shall promote research and
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development in public administration, governance, and related fields. Capstone
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projects of NPSC Students shall be focused on improving governmental activities,
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policies, and processes to be formally endorsed to the DAP for publication and
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endorsement to relevant agencies. Funding shall be allocated for research projects
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and publications.
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Sec. 17. Internship Requirement - Before graduation, all students shall
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complete a one-year internship in government agencies, following rules enacted by
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the Board. Apprenticeship salaries shall be provided by the agencies. Such internship
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shall be considered valid forms of training required in government employment.
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Sec. 18. Civil Service EHgibHity- All graduates of the NPSC will automatically be
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granted Civil Service Commission (CSC) Level II Eligibility. Government agencies are
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encouraged to hire these graduates in accordance with their specialized majors.
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Sec. 19. Aiumni Network and Career Support - The NPSC shall establish an
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alumni network to support graduates in their careers, promote continuous professional
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development, and monitor the long-term overall performance of the graduates of the
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college.
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Sec. 20. Collaboration with Other Institutions - The NPSC shall encourage
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collaboration with other educational institutions, government agencies, and
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international bodies for research, internships, and exchange programs.
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Sec. 21. Monitoring and Evaluation - The NPSC shall implement a system for
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monitoring and evaluating the performance of students, faculty, and the institution.
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Key performance indicators and benchmarks shall be established, implemented, and
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monitored. The CHED shall conduct an annual evaluation of the performance of the
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NPSC, adopt the best practices gained, and shall prepare a similar and accessible
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curriculum for other private and public higher education institutions.
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Sec. 22. Appropriations-The amount necessary to carry out the provisions of
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this Act shall be appropriated under the General Appropriations Act of the subsequent
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year from the approval of this Act.
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Sec. 23. Sunset Provision - This Act shall be in effect for a period of 50 years.


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after which, its effect in the governmental structure and human resource shall be
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reviewed by both houses of congress for renewal, amendment, or repeal by
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appropriate legislative action.
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Sec. 24. Separability Clause - If any provision of this Act is held to be Invalid
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or unconstitutional, the remainder of the Act shall not be affected, and shall continue
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to be in full force and effect.
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Sec. 25. Effectivity Clause-l\\\s Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
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publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general
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circulation.
Approved,