DEPED REITERATES ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY AGAINST CORRUPTION

The Department of Education (DepEd) reminds everyone of its firm Zero Tolerance Policy against any form of corruption within its entire organization. This includes, but is not limited to, the “pay-for-position” or “item buying” schemes in appointments, promotions, and designations.

To ensure fairness, integrity, and transparency in all personnel actions, all Regional Directors (RDs) and Schools Division Superintendents (SDS) are directed to strictly implement existing recruitment, selection, and appointment policies. All appointments must follow transparent and merit-based processes using Comparative Assessment Results (CAR).

In line with this directive, all DepEd field offices and personnel are instructed to:
1. Post the DepEd Advisory dated 26 June 2025 on official bulletin boards, websites, and social media pages to reach all concerned stakeholders.
2. Include the advisory in orientations for applicants and in all ranking and selection procedures.
3. Establish clear ways for applicants to confirm that they have read and understood the contents of the advisory.

Any individual found involved in corrupt practices will face administrative, civil, and criminal liabilities as provided under:
– Republic Act No. 3019 — Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act
– Republic Act No. 6713 — Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees And other applicable laws.