Government Social Worker Salary 2026 — DSWD Pay Table
Social Welfare Officer salary by level (2026, Step 1)
Registered social workers enter the DSWD and LGU social-welfare offices as Social Welfare Officer I, advancing as they take on casework supervision and program management.
| Position | Salary Grade | 2026 monthly (Step 1) |
|---|---|---|
| Social Welfare Officer I (entry) | SG 11 | ₱31,705 |
| Social Welfare Officer II | SG 15 | ₱42,178 |
| Social Welfare Officer III | SG 18 | ₱53,818 |
| Social Welfare Officer IV | SG 22 | ₱81,796 |
| Social Welfare Officer V | SG 24 | ₱102,603 |
Third Tranche of the EO 64 schedule, effective 1 Jan 2026 (DBM NBC 601). Salary Grades per the DBM Index of Occupational Services (2022).
Allowances and field work
- PERA — ₱2,000/month
- RATA — for positions with supervisory or managerial duties
- Mid-year and year-end bonuses and the ₱5,000 cash gift
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a DSWD social worker salary in 2026?
A government Social Welfare Officer I earns ₱31,705/month at Step 1 in 2026 (Salary Grade 11), plus PERA and the standard bonuses.
What salary grade is a Social Welfare Officer?
The ladder runs from Social Welfare Officer I (SG 11) through SWO II (SG 15), SWO III (SG 18) and SWO IV (SG 22) to SWO V (SG 24) — ₱31,705 to ₱102,603 at Step 1 in 2026.
Do I need a license to be a government social worker?
Yes. Social Welfare Officer positions generally require a Registered Social Worker license, which follows a bachelor's degree in Social Work and PRC's licensure examination.
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