The NAPOLCOM Scholarship Program for Surviving Children of Deceased and/or Permanently Incapacitated PNP Personnel is a government education assistance initiative under Republic Act No. 6963 and NAPOLCOM Resolution No. 94-047, providing financial support to children of police officers who died or became permanently incapacitated in the lawful performance of duty. Its purpose is to ease the educational expenses of these surviving dependents, helping them complete their studies from elementary to college. Established in 1994, the program was created in recognition of the sacrifices made by PNP personnel and the need to extend support to their families left behind.
This guide will walk you through the program’s purpose, eligibility, benefits, requirements, and application process, making it easier for qualified families to access the assistance they deserve.
Purpose and Goals of the Program
This program is especially designed to provide tuition and financial assistance to the surviving children of PNP personnel who lost their lives or became permanently incapacitated while performing their duties. Its objectives are to support these dependents in completing their education and to honor the service and sacrifice of their police officer parents.
The scholarship also aims to:
- Provide financial assistance for tuition and miscellaneous fees to qualified dependents.
- Support the educational needs of children of Killed-In-Police-Operation (KIPO) and permanently incapacitated PNP personnel.
- Ease the financial burden on surviving families and help them complete their education.
Scholarship Coverage and Benefits
As far as support is concerned, NAPOLCOM is offering the following to all qualified beneficiaries applying for this program:
- Tuition Fee Limits per School Year
- College: ₱10,000
- Vocational: ₱8,000
- High School: ₱6,000
- Elementary: ₱4,000
- Miscellaneous Fee Limits per School Year
- College/Vocational: ₱4,000
- High School/Elementary: ₱2,000
- Summer classes for graduating students may be covered if required by the curriculum.
- Payments are made directly to the school upon submission of billing and enrollment documents.
Who Can Apply
Applications may be filed by:
- Surviving legitimate children of the deceased or incapacitated PNP personnel.
- In the absence of legitimate children, illegitimate children may apply.
Qualifications
Interested applicants also need to satisfy the following conditions before they can qualify:
- Applicant must be a surviving legitimate child of a deceased or permanently incapacitated PNP personnel.
- In the absence of legitimate children, illegitimate children may apply.
- Must be enrolled in an elementary, high school, vocational, or college course covered by the program.
- Must submit all required documents, including proof of relationship, academic records, and good moral character certificates.
- Must pass the evaluation and interview conducted by the NAPOLCOM Regional Office.
Requirements
Before applying, you will need to be ready to submit at least three (3) copies of the following to the NAPOLCOM Regional Director where you reside:
- Letter of application
- Certified copy of NAPOLCOM Adjudication Award
- Birth Certificate (authenticated by the Local Civil Registrar)
- Two Certificates of Good Moral Character
- Academic documents (Report Cards, Diploma, Transcript of Records, NEAT/NSAT results if applicable, Enrollment Assessment Receipt)
Application Process
Once the required documents are complete, simply follow these steps to apply:
Step 1. File the application with the NAPOLCOM Regional Director where the applicant resides.
Step 2. Interview and evaluation of documents will be conducted by the Regional Office.
Step 3. Recommendation submission to the NAPOLCOM Central Office through the Legal Affairs Service.
Step 4. Final evaluation and approval by the Vice-Chairman and Executive Officer.
Academic Guidelines for Scholars
Once you are accepted into the program, you can already enjoy the benefits listed above, but here are some other things you need to take note of.
- Must take a full load as prescribed by the course every semester.
- Passing all subjects is required; two consecutive failing semesters will result in forfeiture.
- Shifting courses is allowed only once and must be done before the first semester of the second course year.
- Transfers to another school are allowed under certain conditions, such as course discontinuation or change of residence.
- Dropping subjects is allowed only with proper approval and should not delay graduation.
- Incomplete grades must be completed immediately during the following summer term.
Deferment Rules
If necessary, scholars may defer their grant for up to one semester with prior approval in cases such as:
- Poor health or serious illness (with medical certification)
- Psychological or emotional problems (with school counselor certification)
- Death of a parent or guardian
- Other meritorious reasons recognized by NAPOLCOM
Limitations
Note that this scholarship program, despite its leniency over other things like grade requirement, also has limitations, which include the following:
- Not applicable to pre-school or graduate courses (e.g., Doctor of Medicine).
- Scholars dismissed for valid cause or involved in anti-government activities will automatically lose their grant.
How to Maintain the Scholarship
Once you have been included in the program, the only things you need to do to maintain it are as follows:
- Submit a semester report of grades and completed subjects to NAPOLCOM.
- Avoid failing grades and maintain good moral conduct.
- Notify NAPOLCOM immediately if any changes occur in course load, school, or personal status.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
For your reference, here are some common questions and answers regarding the NAPOLCOM Scholarship Program:
1. Is this open to all dependents of PNP personnel?
No. It is specifically for children of PNP personnel who died or became permanently incapacitated while performing official duties.
2. What levels of education does it cover?
Elementary, high school, vocational courses, and college programs.
3. Are graduate programs covered?
No. Graduate programs such as Doctor of Medicine or other post-graduate degrees are not covered.
4. How much tuition assistance is provided?
Up to ₱10,000 per school year for college, ₱8,000 for vocational, ₱6,000 for high school, and ₱4,000 for elementary.
5. Are miscellaneous fees also covered?
Yes. Up to ₱4,000 per school year for college/vocational and ₱2,000 for high school/elementary.
6. Is there financial assistance for summer classes?
Yes, but only if the student is set to graduate during the summer term or the first semester of the next school year.
7. Where should I file my application?
At the NAPOLCOM Regional Office covering the applicant’s place of residence.
8. Who evaluates my application?
The NAPOLCOM Regional Director and staff will review your application before forwarding it to the Central Office for final approval.
9. Is there an interview?
Yes. The Regional Office will schedule an interview as part of the evaluation process.
10. Is there a conduct requirement?
Yes. Involvement in anti-government activities or misconduct can cause automatic termination of the grant.
11. How will I know if I am approved?
You will receive confirmation from NAPOLCOM after the final evaluation and approval by the Vice-Chairman and Executive Officer.
12. Is there a grade requirement?
There is no weighted average requirement, but you must pass all subjects every semester or curriculum period.
13. What happens if I fail a subject?
The grant will be forfeited if you get failing grades for two consecutive semesters.
14. Can I transfer to another school?
Yes, if your course is no longer offered, your family moves residence, or other valid reasons recognized by NAPOLCOM.
15. What happens if I get an incomplete grade?
You must complete the deficiency during the following summer term; otherwise, the scholarship may be suspended or terminated.
16. How is tuition paid?
NAPOLCOM pays the school directly upon submission of official billing and enrollment confirmation.
17. Are preschool students covered?
No. The program only covers elementary to college levels.
18. Can I reapply if my scholarship was forfeited?
Generally, once forfeited due to academic or conduct reasons, reinstatement is not granted.
19. Is there an age limit for applicants?
The program does not specify an age limit, but the applicant must be enrolled in an eligible education level.
20. Are dependents of retired PNP personnel eligible?
No. Only those whose parents died or became permanently incapacitated in the line of duty qualify.
21. Can this scholarship be combined with other scholarships?
Yes, as long as it does not conflict with the rules of other grants and the school allows it.
Video: NAPOLCOM to Expand Scholarship Program
The NAPOLCOM Scholarship Program is a valuable education assistance opportunity for the surviving dependents of police officers, helping them continue their studies despite financial challenges. At this time, it is limited to dependents of deceased and/or permanently incapacitated PNP personnel, but NAPOLCOM is looking at expanding its coverage to include dependents of those in active service. To learn more, you may check out this video below:
For more details and regional office contacts, visit the official NAPOLCOM website.