NAPOLCOM PNPE PNP Knowledge — RA 6975 — DILG Act & PNP CreationCheat Sheet
A printable cheat sheet for RA 6975 — DILG Act & PNP Creation, built for NAPOLCOM PNPE reviewers who want one go-to reference in the final stretch. Covers formulas, key definitions, common question types, and the National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM)-specific twists you will see on NAPOLCOM PNPE day.
Exam context
The NAPOLCOM PNP Entrance Examination is conducted by National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) and is scheduled for Bi-annual — March and October 2026. The PNP Knowledge subtest is marked as "Core" in the official pattern, and RA 6975 — DILG Act & PNP Creation appears in position 1st of 3 in the NAPOLCOM PNPE PNP Knowledge review rotation. Passing mark: 50% (NAPOLCOM standard). Recent NAPOLCOM PNPE 2026 papers have drawn roughly 15 questions from this subject.
RA 6975 — DILG Act & PNP Creation - Cheat sheet
Your last-minute revision companion for RA 6975, the law that created the modern Philippine National Police and the Department of Interior and Local Government.
Sections
Section Title
Basic Information
Important Facts
- RA 6975 approved: December 13, 1990
- PNP established: January 29, 1991
- PNP is civilian, national, and professional in character
- Disbanded Philippine Constabulary (PC) and Integrated National Police (INP)
- Created three new bureaus: PNP, BFP, BJMP
Key Definitions
Term
RA 6975
Example
Signed December 13, 1990; PNP established January 29, 1991
Definition
Department of Interior and Local Government Act of 1990 that created the PNP as a single national police force
Term
DILG
Example
Created by RA 6975; headed by DILG Secretary
Definition
Department of Interior and Local Government - assists President in supervising local government and public safety
Term
PNP
Example
Replaced Philippine Constabulary and Integrated National Police
Definition
Philippine National Police - single national police force, civilian in character
Section Title
DILG Structure
Important Facts
- DILG Secretary is a Cabinet member appointed by the President
- DILG has 7 bureaus: PNP, BFP, BJMP, NAPOLCOM, PPSC, LGA, NBOO
- BFP implements RA 9514 (Fire Code of Philippines)
- BJMP handles persons awaiting trial or serving terms below 3 years
- PPSC issues degrees, certificates, and rank promotions
Key Definitions
Term
BFP
Example
Separated from Philippine Constabulary fire functions
Definition
Bureau of Fire Protection - handles fire prevention, suppression, and investigation
Term
BJMP
Example
Different from Bureau of Corrections (DOJ) which handles national prisons
Definition
Bureau of Jail Management and Penology - operates city/municipal jails for sentences under 3 years
Term
PPSC
Example
Includes PNPA, National Police College, Fire Training Institute
Definition
Philippine Public Safety College - trains PNP, BFP, and BJMP personnel
Diagrams To Know
- DILG organizational chart
- Hierarchy of DILG bureaus
Section Title
NAPOLCOM
Important Facts
- NAPOLCOM has 6 members total
- Chairperson: DILG Secretary (ex officio)
- Vice Chairperson: appointed by President
- 3 Regular Commissioners: at least 1 woman, 1 lawyer
- Chief PNP: ex officio member
- Administers PNP entrance and promotional exams
Key Definitions
Term
NAPOLCOM
Example
Exercises administrative control and operational supervision over PNP
Definition
National Police Commission - policy-making and oversight body for PNP
Term
POEE
Example
Also administers POPE (promotional examinations)
Definition
Police Officer Entrance Examination - administered by NAPOLCOM for entry-level officers
Diagrams To Know
- NAPOLCOM composition diagram
Section Title
PNP Mandate and Powers
Important Facts
- PNP is civilian in character (not military)
- National in scope (operates throughout Philippines)
- Professional (merit-based entry and promotion)
- Bachelor's degree required for entry
- Originally headed by Director General (now Police General under RA 11200)
- Entry rank: Patrolman (now Police Officer I)
Key Definitions
Term
PNP Mandate
Example
Effect arrests, detain suspects, bring offenders to justice
Definition
Enforce laws, maintain peace and order, protect lives and property, investigate crimes
Diagrams To Know
- PNP organizational structure
- PNP rank classification system
Section Title
Local Government Relations
Important Facts
- Governors supervise PNP at provincial level
- Mayors supervise PNP at city/municipal level
- Local officials have deputized supervision, not full control
- PNP maintains national chain of command
- Modified by subsequent reforms but basic principle remains
Key Definitions
Term
Governor's Role
Example
Has operational supervision over PNP within jurisdiction (subject to limits)
Definition
Deputized representative of NAPOLCOM at provincial level
Term
Mayor's Role
Example
Local supervision but PNP chain of command flows through Camp Crame
Definition
Deputized representative of NAPOLCOM at city/municipal level
Must Remember
- RA 6975 approved December 13, 1990; PNP established January 29, 1991
- Created three bureaus: PNP, BFP, BJMP
- PNP is civilian, national, and professional in character
- NAPOLCOM has 6 members: DILG Secretary (Chair), Vice Chair, 3 Commissioners, Chief PNP
- At least one NAPOLCOM Commissioner must be a woman, one must be a lawyer
- Bachelor's degree required for PNP entry
- Governors and mayors are deputized NAPOLCOM representatives
- BJMP handles jails for sentences under 3 years; BuCor handles 3+ years
- PNP replaced Philippine Constabulary and Integrated National Police
- NAPOLCOM administers PNP entrance and promotional examinations
Last Minute Tips
- Remember the exact date: December 13, 1990 (approval) and January 29, 1991 (PNP establishment)
- Don't confuse BJMP (city/municipal jails) with BuCor (national prisons) - different departments
- NAPOLCOM composition: always 6 members total, with specific gender and profession requirements
- PNP is under DILG, not DOJ or DND - this distinguishes it from other law enforcement agencies
- The three new bureaus created are PNP, BFP, and BJMP - not NBI or PDEA which existed separately
Comparison Tables
Rows
Values
- Philippine Constabulary + INP
- Single PNP
Property
Police Forces
Values
- Paramilitary under AFP
- Civilian under DILG
Property
Character
Values
- Under PC
- Separate BFP
Property
Fire Services
Values
- Under PC
- Separate BJMP
Property
Jail Management
Values
- Divided authority
- Unified command
Property
Command Structure
Columns
- Before RA 6975
- After RA 6975
Table Title
Before vs After RA 6975
Rows
Values
- DILG
- General police work
Property
PNP
Values
- DOJ
- Investigation
Property
NBI
Values
- DOJ
- Immigration control
Property
Bureau of Immigration
Values
- Independent
- Drug enforcement
Property
PDEA
Values
- DOJ
- National prisons (3+ years)
Property
BuCor
Columns
- Agency
- Department
- Primary Function
Table Title
PNP vs Other Law Enforcement
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