How to Join Philippine Navy as Reservist | Recruitment, Salary, Benefits and FAQs

Career Opportunities FOR RESERVIST

The Philippine Navy (PN) Reserve Force is an important part of the nation's defense. It is made up of Filipinos who volunteered to be of service to the country. They are ready to step up to any challenges - if and when the country needs them. Being part of the PN Reserve Force has the same prestige as being in the Regular Force in serving the country. It is an ideal option for those who have always wanted to respond to the call of duty for the country but cannot take up the military profession full-time.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

General Qualifications for Commission in the PN Reserve Force (Reservist Officer)

• Age must not be less than twenty-one (21) years nor more than sixty-four (64) years of age at the time of appointment as a reserve officer.
• Must be a Filipino citizen.
• Must pass the physical examination standards conducted by an authorized AFP hospital or civilian / government hospital. Physical examination report to be validated by the Major Service Chief Surgeons / The Surgeon General.
• Baccalaureate degree holder with at least four (4) years of study.
• Pre-entry training graduate (Basic ROTC / Basic Citizen Military Training / Military Orientation Training for PN Affiliated Reserve Unit).
• Cleared by Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff for Intelligence, J2 or Major Service 2s.

Documentary Requirements for Commission in the PN Reserve Force

Note: All documents must be placed in one (1) original folder and four (4) photocopied folders with red tabbing.

• Duly Accomplished Application Form (fill up the required information, do not leave blank; write not applicable).
• Affidavit of No Pending Case (form to be filled up and duly notarized).
• Whole body picture (Postcard Size - uniform of the current position and/or business attire).
• Personal Data Sheet or Resume (with 2x2 picture, white background in uniform of current position and properly signed).
• NSO Birth Certificate (original copy).
• Board Certificate / Board Rating / PRC License or AFPSAT (authenticated by school registrar).
• Sea Service Record / Certificate of Employment (original copy).
• Medical / Dental Examination Report (from private hospital should be validated by AFP hospital. Requirements for VALIDATION OF PHYSICAL EXAM RESULTS: Neuro Psychiatric Exam signed by Psychiatrist, IQ test, Dental Exam from AFP Dental Clinic, EENT Exam, Laboratory Exam, ECG and X-RAY Exam). Note: Submission of Medical / Dental exam report shall already validated by AFP hospital. Secure directive from NRMC or NRCens prior validation to AFP hospital.
• Command Clearance (Personal History Clearance, Barangay Clearance, Mayor Clearance, Police Clearance, NBI Clearance, MTC and RTC Clerances) Note: Requirements to be submitted at O/NR2 or NRCens in One (1) original folder and Two (2) phoyocopies with red tabbing.

General Qualifications for Enlistment in the PN Reserve Force

• Age of the applicant must not be less than eighteen (18) years nor more than sixty-four (64) years of age at the time of Enlistment.
• Applicant must be a Filipino citizen.
• Pre-entry training graduate (Basic ROTC / Basic Citizen Military Training / Military Orientation Training for PN Affiliated Reserve Unit).
• No criminal record.

Documentary Requirements for Enlistment in the PN Reserve Force.

Note: All documents must be placed in two (2) photocopied folders with red tabbing. Original must be presented during the submission of the documents.

• Accomplished Reservist Information Data Sheet (fill up the information required, do not leave blank; write not applicable).
• Basic / Advance ROTC Certificate.
• Transcript of Records and Diploma.
• PRC License (if any)
• NSO Birth Certificate
• Birth Certificate

ALLOWANCES, BENEFITS, AND PRIVILEGES

Selected Reservist training with the following entitlements:

- Military Uniforms
- Subsistence Allowance
- Insurance
- Free Hospitalization in AFP hospitals.
- Military honors in the case of death.
- Access to military facilities like:

•    AFP Commissary and Exchange Services (AFPCES)
•    Philippine Navy Golf Club (PNGC)
•    Military sport facilities
•    Selected military exercises
•    Nation build-up and socio-economic development
•    War, Invasion or Rebellion
•    Disaster or Calamities
•    Military Awards and Recognition during participation in military activities

CONTACT INFORMATION

Naval Reservist Management Center Headquarters Naval Reserve Command
Cabildo Street, Intramuros, Manila 1002 +63 (02) 524-1917 local 120 / +63 917-897-9636

Naval Reserve Center - National Capital Region 
Molave Street, Bonifacio Naval Station 1202 +63 (02) 843-4416 local 6449 / +63 (02) 815-3674 local 6449 / +63 935-140-8816

Naval Reserve Center - Northern Luzon Naval Detachment 
Bonuan, Bonuan Gueset, Dagupan City 2400 +63 (075) 516-2323 / +63 926-631-0202

Naval Reserve Center - Southern Luzon Naval Station 
Julhasan Arasain, Rawis, Legaspi City 4500 +63 916-513-9165

Naval Reserve Center - West Camp 
Tiniguiban, Puerto Princesa City 5300 +63 916-616-4922

Naval Reserve Center - Eastern Visayas 
Arellano Boulevard, Cebu City 6000 +63 927-669-9272

Naval Reserve Center - Western Visayas 
John B Lacson Foundation Maritime University Sto. Nino Sur, Arevalo, Iloilo City 5000 +63 (033) 337-7462 / +63 (033) 501-3923

Naval Reserve Center - Eastern Mindanao Naval Station
Apolinario, Panacan Davao City 8000 +63 927-657-8132

Naval Reserve Center - Western Mindanao Naval Station 
Romulo M Espaldon Bagong Calarian, Zamboanga City 7000 +63 917-872-7374 / +63 (062) 991-3408 local 5202

For more details please read these free references about Philippine Navy Reservists:

http://afprescom.blogspot.com/2008/05/try.html
http://pnreservist.blogspot.com/
http://philippinenavy.tripod.com/navres.html

Sources: Philippine Navy