NAPOLCOM PNPE General Information — RA 6713 — Code of Ethics for Public OfficialsSlides
Slide library for RA 6713 — Code of Ethics for Public Officials. Every NAPOLCOM PNPE General Information concept in this chapter, broken into bite-sized slides that are easy to scan on mobile. Built around National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM)'s recent question patterns for the NAPOLCOM PNPE 2026.
Exam context
National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) runs the NAPOLCOM PNP Entrance Examination on Bi-annual — March and October 2026. Its General Information section sits under a "~15%" weighting, and RA 6713 — Code of Ethics for Public Officials is the 4th chapter in the 7-chapter NAPOLCOM PNPE General Information rotation. The NAPOLCOM PNPE passing mark is 50% (NAPOLCOM standard), and the most recent 2026 paper drew about 15 questions from General Information.
RA 6713 — Code of Ethics for Public Officials - Slides
Republic Act No. 6713, known as the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees, establishes fundamental principles that uphold the time-honored principle of public office being a public trust. This law sets high ethical standards for all government personnel and provides clear guidelines for conduct, prohibited acts, and accountability measures to ensure integrity in public service.
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Introduction to RA 6713
RA 6713 serves as the foundation for ethical governance in the Philippines, ensuring that all public servants maintain the highest standards of integrity and accountability to the Filipino people.
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This foundational slide introduces students to the scope and importance of RA 6713
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Introduction and Overview
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mindmap root((RA 6713)) Purpose High Ethics Standards Public Trust Accountability Coverage All Public Officials Government Employees Military Personnel Key Features Code of Conduct Prohibited Acts Incentives System Penalties
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Overview of RA 6713's main components and coverage
Declaration of Policies
Section 2 of RA 6713 establishes the fundamental policies that guide public service, emphasizing accountability, integrity, and the primacy of public interest in all government actions.
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Students should understand these as core principles guiding all public service activities
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Policy Foundation
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flowchart TD A[High Ethics Policy] --> B[Accountability to People] B --> C[Responsibility & Integrity] C --> D[Patriotism & Justice] D --> E[Modest Living] E --> F[Public Interest Priority]
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Flow of policy principles from ethics to public interest priority
Key Definitions - Part 1
Understanding these key definitions is crucial for proper application of RA 6713. The law covers all levels of government and all types of public service positions.
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Focus on memorizing these definitions as they frequently appear in CSE examinations
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Legal Definitions
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Key Definitions - Part 2
These definitions help identify situations where ethical violations may occur and when public officials must take action to avoid conflicts of interest.
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Students should understand the relationship between these concepts for practical application
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Legal Definitions
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flowchart TD A[Business Interest] --> B{Conflicts with Official Duty?} B -->|Yes| C[Conflict of Interest] C --> D[Must Divest] D --> E[Transfer Property Title] B -->|No| F[Acceptable]
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Process for identifying and resolving conflicts of interest
Norms of Conduct - Commitment to Public Interest
This fundamental norm requires public officials to prioritize the welfare of the people above their personal gains. All government resources must be used responsibly for maximum public benefit.
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This is often tested in CSE examinations through situational questions
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Ethical Norms
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pie title Priority in Decision Making "Public Interest" : 80 "Personal Interest" : 20
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Visual representation showing public interest should always take priority
Norms of Conduct - Professionalism and Excellence
Professionalism in public service means delivering quality work consistently, maintaining high standards, and avoiding any appearance of favoritism or corruption in service delivery.
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Emphasize that professionalism is not just about skills but also about attitude and approach
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Ethical Norms
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flowchart TD A[Public Service Entry] --> B[Devotion & Dedication] B --> C[Excellence in Performance] C --> D[Professional Intelligence] D --> E[Avoid Patronage Perception] E --> F[Quality Public Service]
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Path from entering public service to delivering quality professional service
Norms of Conduct - Justness and Political Neutrality
These norms ensure equal treatment of all citizens and prevent the politicization of public service. Government employees must serve all Filipinos fairly regardless of political beliefs or social status.
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Political neutrality is especially important during election periods
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Ethical Norms
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sequenceDiagram participant C as Citizen participant P as Public Official participant S as Service C->>P: Requests Service P->>P: Check Merit Not Politics P->>S: Process Fairly S-->>C: Equal Quality Service
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Sequence showing how public officials should provide neutral, merit-based service
Norms of Conduct - Responsiveness and Nationalism
Public officials must be responsive to citizens' needs while promoting Filipino products and values. Service should be prompt and efficient, supporting national development and sovereignty.
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Connect responsiveness with nationalism to show how good service builds national pride
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Ethical Norms
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mindmap root((Responsive Public Service)) Service Quality Prompt Response Courteous Treatment Clear Information Avoid Red Tape National Pride Promote Local Products Use Filipino Technology Defend Sovereignty Country Appreciation
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Components of responsive and patriotic public service
Norms of Conduct - Democracy and Simple Living
These final norms ensure public officials support democratic institutions and live within their means. Simple living builds public trust and demonstrates that public service is about serving, not personal enrichment.
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Simple living is often visible to the public and affects credibility of government
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Ethical Norms
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stateDiagram-v2 [*] --> Democratic_Values Democratic_Values --> Public_Accountability Public_Accountability --> Simple_Living Simple_Living --> Public_Trust Public_Trust --> [*]
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State progression from democratic values to public trust through simple living
Duties of Public Officials - Communication and Reporting
These duties ensure transparency and accountability in government operations. Citizens have the right to receive timely responses and access to government performance information.
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These specific timeframes are frequently tested in CSE examinations
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Official Duties
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timeline title Response and Reporting Timeline Day 1 : Receive Letter or Request Day 15 : Maximum Response Time Year End : Performance Report Due Day 45 : Report Submission Deadline
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Timeline showing required response periods for public communications and reports
Duties of Public Officials - Document Processing and Access
These duties combat red tape and ensure efficient government service delivery. The goal is to minimize bureaucratic delays while maintaining proper documentation and accountability.
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The 3-signatory rule is designed to reduce bureaucratic delays
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Official Duties
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flowchart TD A[Document Request] --> B[Process Expeditiously] B --> C{Maximum 3 Signatories} C --> D[Complete Processing] D --> E[Make Accessible to Public] F[Personal Transaction] --> G[Immediate Attention] G --> H[Prompt Service]
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Document processing workflow showing efficiency requirements
Prohibited Acts - Financial and Material Interest
This prohibition prevents conflicts of interest where public officials could use their position to gain personal financial advantage. It ensures decisions are made based on public interest, not personal profit.
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This is one of the most important prohibited acts and frequently appears in examinations
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Prohibited Acts
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flowchart TD A[Official Position] --> B{Financial Interest in Transaction?} B -->|Yes| C[PROHIBITED] B -->|No| D[Allowed] C --> E[Conflict of Interest] E --> F[Must Divest or Resign] D --> G[Proceed with Public Interest]
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Decision tree for identifying prohibited financial interests
Prohibited Acts - Outside Employment and Information
These prohibitions prevent the misuse of official position and information for personal benefit. They maintain the integrity of government processes and protect sensitive information.
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These rules are complex and require careful analysis of specific situations
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Prohibited Acts
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mindmap root((Outside Employment Prohibitions)) Private Enterprise Cannot Own if Regulated Cannot Control if Licensed Cannot Work as Officer Professional Practice Must be Authorized Must be Non-conflicting Constitution or Law Only Recommendations No Private Enterprise Links No Pending Transactions No Regular Business Deals Information Use No Personal Gain No Public Prejudice No Confidential Sharing
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Categories of outside employment and information use prohibitions
Prohibited Acts - Gifts and Solicitation
The gift prohibition prevents corruption and maintains public trust. Even small gifts can create obligations or appearances of impropriety that compromise official judgment.
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Gift prohibition has specific exceptions that students must memorize
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Prohibited Acts
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stateDiagram-v2 [*] --> Gift_Offered Gift_Offered --> Foreign_Government: From Foreign Gov? Gift_Offered --> Prohibited: From Others Foreign_Government --> Nominal_Value: Check Value Foreign_Government --> Scholarship: Educational/Medical? Foreign_Government --> Travel_Grant: Official Travel? Nominal_Value --> Allowed: If Souvenir Scholarship --> Allowed: If Authorized Travel_Grant --> Allowed: If Approved Prohibited --> [*] Allowed --> [*]
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Decision process for gift acceptance showing exceptions and prohibitions
Statement of Assets, Liabilities and Net Worth (SALN)
SALN requirements ensure transparency and allow public monitoring of officials' wealth. This helps detect potential corruption through unexplained increases in assets or undeclared business interests.
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SALN filing is a crucial transparency mechanism and frequent examination topic
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Disclosure Requirements
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timeline title SALN Filing Timeline Assumption : File within 30 days Annual : File by April 30 Separation : File within 30 days Public Access : Available after 10 working days Retention : Keep for 10 years
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Timeline showing SALN filing requirements and public access periods
Divestment Requirements
Divestment requirements ensure that public officials cannot use their positions to benefit their private business interests. The time limits ensure prompt resolution of potential conflicts.
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The 30-day and 60-day periods are strict deadlines that must be followed
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Conflict Resolution
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flowchart TD A[Assume Office] --> B{Business Interest Conflict?} B -->|Yes| C[Resign from Positions] B -->|No| F[Continue Service] C --> D[Within 30 Days] D --> E[Divest Shareholdings] E --> G[Within 60 Days] G --> H[Complete Divestment] H --> F
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Process and timeline for resolving conflicts through divestment
Incentives and Rewards System
The incentives system motivates public servants to maintain high ethical standards by recognizing exemplary service. It balances various factors to fairly evaluate contributions to public service.
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This positive aspect of RA 6713 shows it's not just about restrictions but also recognition
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Recognition System
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pie title Award Consideration Factors "Years of Service" : 20 "Quality Performance" : 25 "Position Obscurity" : 15 "Salary Level" : 10 "Unique Achievement" : 20 "Work Risks" : 10
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Factors considered in evaluating public servants for awards and recognition
Filing Offices and Accessibility
The filing system is organized by level and type of office to ensure proper oversight and accessibility. Higher-level officials file with national offices while regional officials file locally.
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Students must memorize which officials file where for examination purposes
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Administrative Process
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flowchart TD A[Public Official] --> B{What Level/Type?} B -->|National Elective| C[Ombudsman National] B -->|Congress/Courts| D[Respective Secretaries] B -->|Regional/Local| E[Regional Deputy Ombudsman] B -->|High Military| F[Office of President] B -->|Others| G[Civil Service Commission]
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Decision tree showing where different officials file their SALN documents
Key Examination Points and Common Violations
Understanding the most commonly tested aspects helps in CSE preparation. Focus on memorizing specific time periods, definitions, and the logic behind prohibited acts and required disclosures.
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This summary slide helps students focus their review on high-probability examination topics
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Examination Preparation
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mindmap root((CSE Exam Focus)) Definitions Public Officials Gifts and Conflicts Family Relations Divestment Time Periods 15 Days Response 30 Days Assumption 60 Days Divestment April 30 Annual Prohibitions Gift Acceptance Financial Interest Outside Employment Information Misuse Requirements SALN Filing Performance Reports Document Access Public Service
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Key examination areas for CSE preparation on RA 6713
Conclusion and Key Takeaways
RA 6713 represents the Philippines' commitment to good governance through ethical public service. It provides both the standards expected of public servants and the mechanisms to ensure compliance and recognize excellence.
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This concluding slide reinforces the comprehensive nature and ultimate goal of RA 6713
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Summary
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stateDiagram-v2 [*] --> Ethical_Standards Ethical_Standards --> Conduct_Norms Conduct_Norms --> Official_Duties Official_Duties --> Prohibited_Acts Prohibited_Acts --> Disclosure_Requirements Disclosure_Requirements --> Public_Trust Public_Trust --> [*]
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Complete cycle showing how RA 6713 components build toward public trust
References
- Republic Act No. 6713 - Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees
- BRAINBOX CIVIL SERVICE SECOND EDITION — General Information.pdf
- Civil Service Commission Guidelines on RA 6713 Implementation
- Ombudsman Rules on SALN Filing and Accessibility
In summary
RA 6713 serves as the cornerstone of ethical governance in the Philippines, establishing clear standards for public officials while providing mechanisms for accountability and recognition. Understanding this law is essential for anyone preparing for the Civil Service Examination, as it represents the fundamental principles that should guide all public service activities. The law's comprehensive approach - from personal conduct norms to specific prohibited acts, from disclosure requirements to incentive systems - demonstrates the Philippines' commitment to maintaining public trust through transparent and ethical governance.
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