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Government Dentist Salary 2026 — Dentist Pay Table

A government Dentist II earns ₱49,562/month in 2026 (Salary Grade 17, Step 1) — the usual entry plantilla item for a licensed public dentist. Pay rises through senior dentist roles, with Magna Carta hazard pay and allowances added on top of the basic figure.

Government dentist salary (2026, Step 1)

Licensed dentists in government service are typically appointed as Dentist II (SG 17) in DOH hospitals, city and municipal health offices, and school health programs. Higher dentist and supervisory positions sit at higher grades.

Government dentist salary — 2026 Step 1 basic pay
PositionSalary Grade2026 monthly (Step 1)
Dentist II (entry)SG 17₱49,562
Dentist IIISG 19₱59,153
Dental Health Supervisor / senior rolesSG 22+₱81,796+

Third Tranche of the EO 64 schedule, effective 1 Jan 2026 (DBM NBC 601). Dentist II (SG 17) is the standard entry item for a licensed dentist; exact ladder titles vary by agency.

Magna Carta allowances

  • Hazard pay — for those in hazardous or remote assignments
  • Subsistence and laundry allowance
  • Longevity pay with years of service
  • PERA (₱2,000/month), plus mid-year, year-end bonuses and cash gift

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a government dentist salary in 2026?

A government Dentist II earns ₱49,562/month at Step 1 in 2026 (Salary Grade 17), plus Magna Carta hazard pay, subsistence allowance and PERA on top of the basic figure.

The entry item for a licensed government dentist is Dentist II at Salary Grade 17 (₱49,562 in 2026). Senior and supervisory dentist roles sit at SG 19 and above.

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