Starting July 2025, public school teachers in the Philippines will receive significant allowance increases across multiple categories. This update—from teaching supplies to medical, clothing, and hardship grants—aims to support educators facing rising costs of living. Here’s everything you need to know: payment dates, allowance amounts, eligibility, and more.
Who Qualifies?
All basic education public school teachers, including:
- Classroom teachers (elementary, junior & senior high)
- Guidance counselors & librarians
- Vocational or industrial arts instructors
- ALS & mobile teachers
- District ALS coordinators
These allowances are codified under RA 11997 and updated through DepEd guidelines.
What’s Changing & How Much You’ll Get
Here’s a snapshot of the July 2025 allowance increases:
| Allowance Category | Previous Rate | New Rate (from July 2025) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teaching Supplies | ₱5,000 per year | ₱10,000 per year | Doubled under RA 11997 virtualpolice.in |
| Medical Allowance | ₱500 per year | ₱7,000 per year | Expanded via EO 64 |
| Clothing Allowance | ₱6,000 per year | ₱7,000 per year | Uniform support ahead of SY 2025–26 |
| Monthly Cash Allowance | ₱5,000 per year | ₱6,000 per year | Covers internet, chalk, etc. |
| Transportation Allowance | None | ₱1,200 per month | For remote/underserved posting |
| Special Hardship Pay | 25% of monthly salary | 30% of monthly salary | For remote or high-risk areas |
Payment Schedule & Claiming Process
When It’s Paid
- Clothing allowance is issued before the start of SY 2025–26 (April–June).
- All other allowances (teaching, medical, cash, transport, hardship) are paid starting July 2025 and reflected in monthly payroll.
How to Receive It
- Teachers must be active school-based employees under DepEd.
- Automatic inclusion in payroll—no separate application required.
- Schools monitor eligibility criteria, especially for hardship and transportation chops.
- HR and school heads handle implementation based on DepEd / DBM guidance.
Why It Matters
- Empowers educators who spend out-of-pocket on essential supplies.
- Promotes well-being via medical and clothing allowances.
- Improves teacher retention, especially in remote placements.
- Bolsters the DepEd’s MATATAG agenda, which emphasizes better working conditions.
Broader Policy Context
- RA 11997 (Kabalikat sa Pagtuturo Act) institutionalizes the ₱10,000 teaching allowance per year starting SY 2025–26.
- EO 64, s. 2024 ushered in the ₱7,000 medical allowance for SY 2025–26.
- Order No. 005, s. 2025 adds implementation details regarding eligible educators.
- DBM support ensures funding is allocated in the 2025 General Appropriations Act.
Teacher Perspectives
Reddit discussions reflect teachers’ views:
“After a long fought battle… ‘chalk allowance’… is now a law, hiking… to ₱10,000”
“₱7,000 clothing allowance by April 2025”
Many welcome the update, though some note uneven implementation across cities .
The July 2025 allowance update delivers major support to public school teachers—doubling teaching supplies, raising medical and clothing grants, and introducing hardship and transport aid. These measures alleviate financial strain, uplift educator welfare, and strengthen the teaching profession nationwide. Teachers should confirm eligibility and monitor payroll for accurate entries.
FAQs
Q1: Do I need to apply for the new allowances?
A: No. If you’re an active public school teacher, these allowances are automatic in your payroll starting July 2025.
Q2: Who qualifies for transportation and hardship allowances?
A: Teachers serving in remote, underserved, or high-risk areas will receive fixed transport and 30 % hardship pay, based on DepEd eligibility guidelines.
Q3: Are these allowances taxable?
A: No. The teaching supplies and medical allowances are non-taxable under RA 11997 and EO 64. The status of clothing and cash allowances follows existing DepEd payroll policy—usually non-taxable.