2nd Tranche Salary Increase 2025 for Philippine Government Workers

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has announced the second phase of the Salary Standardization Law (SSL) updates, starting January 2025. Through National Budget Circular 597, issued by DBM Secretary Amenah Pangandaman, this adjustment aims to create a more competitive and sustainable pay system for government workers. Approved by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. under Executive Order 64, the updates benefit millions of employees across various branches and offices. The multi-year salary increase, set from 2024 to 2027, focuses on improving employee retention, attracting talent, and recognizing public service contributions while staying fiscally responsible.

A salary increase 2nd tranche table was implemented which focuses exclusively on the adjustments made for the second tranche of 2025 under this law. With systematic salary increments, the government ensures a step-by-step approach to enhancing the livelihood of public sector workers while maintaining fiscal responsibility.

Below, we provide a detailed breakdown of salaries for each Salary Grade under the 2025 second tranche adjustments. These changes reflect the government’s commitment to uplifting the public workforce and sustaining an equitable pay structure.

What is the SSL 2nd Tranche 2025?

The second tranche adjustments for 2025 are part of the continuing implementation of the SSL program, which strategically phases out salary increases across multiple years. These increments aim to address both compensation fairness and competitiveness of public sector wages in comparison to private sector standards.

For this year, the adjustments build upon the previous tranches, ensuring that each Salary Grade experiences a significant but manageable increase. The changes apply to all government employees under each grade and step, providing a transparent and measurable pathway for compensation improvements.

2025 Second Tranche Salary Grade Table

Below is the specific salary table outlining the adjusted rates for each Salary Grade from Step 1 to Step 8 under the 2025 second tranche. This table is an essential reference for understanding how salaries will be structured throughout the year.

Salary Grade	Step 1	Step 2	Step 3	Step 4	Step 5	Step 6	Step 7	Step 8
1	14,061	14,164	14,278	14,393	14,509	14,626	14,743	14,862
2	14,925	15,035	15,146	15,258	15,371	15,484	15,599	15,714
3	15,852	15,971	16,088	16,208	16,329	16,448	16,571	16,693
4	16,833	16,958	17,084	17,209	17,337	17,464	17,594	17,724
5	17,866	18,000	18,133	18,267	18,401	18,538	18,676	18,813
6	18,957	19,098	19,239	19,383	19,526	19,670	19,816	19,963
7	20,110	20,258	20,408	20,560	20,711	20,865	21,019	21,175
8	21,448	21,642	21,839	22,035	22,234	22,435	22,638	22,843
9	23,226	23,411	23,599	23,788	23,978	24,170	24,364	24,558
10	25,586	25,790	25,996	26,203	26,412	26,623	26,835	27,050
11	30,024	30,308	30,597	30,889	31,185	31,486	31,790	32,099
12	32,245	32,529	32,817	33,108	33,403	33,702	34,004	34,310
13	34,421	34,733	35,049	35,369	35,694	36,022	36,354	36,691
14	37,024	37,384	37,749	38,118	38,491	38,869	39,252	39,640
15	40,208	40,604	41,006	41,413	41,824	42,241	42,662	43,090
16	43,560	43,996	44,438	44,885	45,338	45,796	46,261	46,730
17	47,247	47,727	48,213	48,705	49,203	49,708	50,218	50,735
18	51,304	51,832	52,367	52,907	53,456	54,010	54,572	55,140
19	56,390	57,165	57,953	58,753	59,567	60,394	61,235	62,089
20	62,967	63,842	64,732	65,637	66,557	67,479	68,409	69,342
21	70,013	71,000	72,004	73,024	74,061	75,115	76,151	77,239
22	78,162	79,277	80,411	81,564	82,735	83,887	85,096	86,324
23	87,315	88,574	89,855	91,163	92,592	94,043	95,518	96,955
24	98,185	99,721	101,283	102,871	104,483	106,123	107,739	109,431
25	111,727	113,476	115,254	117,062	118,899	120,766	122,664	124,591
26	126,252	128,228	130,238	132,280	134,356	136,465	138,608	140,788
27	142,663	144,897	147,169	149,407	151,752	153,850	156,267	158,723
28	160,469	162,988	165,548	167,994	170,634	173,320	175,803	178,572
29	180,492	183,332	186,218	189,151	192,131	194,797	197,870	200,993
30	203,200	206,401	209,558	212,766	216,022	219,434	222,797	226,319
31	293,191	298,773	304,464	310,119	315,883	321,846	327.895	334,059
32	347,888	354,743	361,736	368,694	375,969	383,391	390,963	398,686
33	438,844	451,713

Objectives of the SSL Adjustments

The second phase of the SSL in 2025 focuses on three key goals:

1. Fairness: Address pay gaps among government employees by standardizing salaries and ensuring fair compensation for all roles.
2. Competitiveness: Align government salaries with private sector standards to attract and retain skilled professionals.
3. Sustainability: Implement the adjustments gradually to balance employee needs with responsible budget management.

Funding and Implementation

The 2025 salary increases are funded carefully to avoid disrupting government services:

• National Government Agencies (NGAs): Covered by the Miscellaneous Personnel Benefits Fund (MPBF) and the 2025 General Appropriations Act (GAA).
• Government-Owned or -Controlled Corporations (GOCCs): Funded through their approved budgets, avoiding debt.
• Casual and Contractual Staff: Funded from lump sum appropriations within agency budgets.

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) will manage fund releases through detailed monthly allocations, with additional funding available for newly filled positions after December 31, 2024.

PDF File Download: Circular on SSL 2nd Tranche Chart

If you need to refer to a printable version of the 2025 second tranche salary grade table, you can download the official circular here – DBM Circular on Salary Increase Table SSL 2nd Tranche 2025

The document below provides a comprehensive breakdown of all Salary Grades and Steps for easy reference. Additionally, it includes important details on funding and implementation guidelines.

 

Key Adjustments in SSL 2025 Second Tranche

1. Incremental Growth for Employees

The second tranche of SSL 2025 ensures that all government employees under each Salary Grade receive a significant salary increment. This incremental growth reflects the government’s commitment to providing a livable wage and fostering an equitable pay structure.

2. Maintaining Fiscal Responsibility

The SSL program emphasizes fiscal responsibility, ensuring that salary adjustments are phased in gradually over multiple years. This approach ensures that budgetary plans for governmental departments can appropriately adjust to changes while still maintaining financial sustainability.

3. Enhancing Economic Stability

By implementing systematic salary increments, the government aims to enhance economic stability for its employees over time. These adjustments provide a transparent pathway towards improved livelihoods, which may result in increased productivity and motivation within the public sector workforce.

Impact of the Adjustments

The 2025 salary increases will improve government employees’ financial well-being and morale, aligning public sector pay with private industry standards. This initiative underscores the government’s commitment to valuing its workforce and ensuring civil service remains an attractive career option.

The phased approach also allows for regular evaluation and adjustments, ensuring the program evolves to meet future needs while staying fiscally responsible. These efforts aim to build a stronger, more motivated public sector workforce to better serve the nation.

Video: Report on SSL Table 2nd Tranche Increase in Salary for Government Workers

Conclusion

The second tranche of SSL 2025 marks a significant step forward in the government’s efforts to build a more equitable and competitive pay structure for its employees. These adjustments reflect the government’s commitment to addressing immediate financial concerns and laying the groundwork for long-term economic stability within the public sector workforce. As we move towards future tranches, it is essential to prioritize fiscal responsibility while continuing to improve compensation for government employees. With this approach, the SSL program promises a fair and sustainable salary structure that benefits both employees and taxpayers alike.