Gov Salary Grade Calculator
DBM Salary Grade table — pick SG and step, see monthly basic pay (Tranche 4 / SSL VI rates).
Monthly basic
₱30,024
Annual (12 mo)
₱360,288
With 13th + bonuses
₱435,948
Common SG anchors
| SG | Typical role | Step 1 monthly |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Utility / Driver I | ₱14,061 |
| 6 | CSE Sub-Pro entry (Clerk II) | ₱18,925 |
| 9 | CSE Sub-Pro mid (Bookkeeper) | ₱22,838 |
| 11 | CSE Pro entry (Administrative Aide) | ₱30,024 |
| 12 | Teacher I (LET-passed entry) | ₱32,245 |
| 13 | Nurse I (NLE-passed entry) | ₱34,659 |
| 17 | Engineer I (board-passed entry) | ₱46,493 |
| 22 | Department head (small unit) | ₱68,900 |
| 27 | Director II | ₱101,144 |
| 30 | Undersecretary | ₱125,299 |
| 33 | Cabinet Secretary / President | ₱311,532 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between SG and step?
Salary Grade (SG) is your position's pay tier, set by job description. Step is your time-in-grade — you step up after 3 years of satisfactory performance, capped at step 8. Promotion changes SG; step movement happens automatically.
Why does Tranche 4 matter?
Tranche 4 of SSL VI took effect January 2026 — it's the most recent across-the-board increase for civilian government employees. We use those numbers as the default. Earlier tranches are still relevant for retro pay disputes.
Is this what I take home?
No — this is monthly basic pay. Take-home subtracts ~13% (PhilHealth, GSIS, withholding tax) and may add allowances (PERA ₱2,000, RATA, hazard pay). Most government employees see 87–95% of gross as net.
What about 13th-month and bonuses?
13th-month is a full month's basic pay paid in November. Mid-year bonus = one month basic in May (after 4 months of service). Productivity Enhancement Incentive (PEI) is ₱20,000 in December. Total annualised pay ≈ basic × 14.5–15.
Where does CSE eligibility fit?
Career Service Sub-Pro lets you apply for SG 1–10 positions. Career Service Pro lets you apply for SG 11+ positions, including teaching and entry-level professional roles. Without CSE eligibility you can only hold contractual/casual positions in government.
Pass CSE first to unlock SG 11+
Career Service Pro is the gate to most government positions. Super Tutor has the full CSE Pro reviewer, with timed mocks tuned to the 80% pass mark.
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