Philippine Army RESCOM 2025 | Complete Guide

This article is designed to guide individuals who want to join the Philippine Army RESCOM in 2025.

It covers essential details like qualifications, requirements, and the application process for the different programs.

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About the Philippine Army RESCOM

The Reserve Command (RESCOM; Filipino: Pangasiwaan ng Panlaáng Kawal) is a major support command of the Philippine Army.

It was created for the sole purpose of reserve force management, organization, and Government Arsenal procurement.

The following are the different programs of the Philippine Army RESCOM, along with their qualifications and requirements.

Advance ROTC Program

This training phase is conducted to transform and prepare the ROTC Cadets enrolled therein to eventually become Reserve Officers of the Philippine Army consisting of four (4) Military Sciences (MS) namely: MS 31, 32, 41, and 42 respectively.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of Basic ROTC
• Completed the ROTC Summer Camp Training (RSCT)
• Advance ROTC Academic Phase Training (ARAPT) MS 31/32
• Advance ROTC Academic Phase Training (ARAPT) MS 41/42
• Must be physically fit.

Benefits:

• Entitled to receive Subsistence Allowance for 15 training days per semester for 2 years.
• Entitled for 9 line items ICIE.
• If qualified, entitled to receive Cash Incentive amounting to P12,000.00 per semester for 2 years.
• Access to AFP Commissary and Exchange Stores and AFP Transient Facilities under the management of PA.

Related Article: How to Join ROTC and Become an AFP Officer 2025

Reserve Officer

Call to Active Duty of a Reserve Officer Under R.A. No. 2334.

Qualifications:

• Applicants must be in the rank of 2LT to LTC.
• Age Requirements – Not more than 35 years of age for 2nd Lieutenants (2LTs), not more than 40 years old for 1st Lieutenants (1LTs), not more than 45 years old for Captains (CPTs), and not more than 54 years old for Majors (MAJs) and Lieutenant Colonels (LTCs).
• No pending case whether administrative, civil, or criminal in any court of law
• Medical/Dental Examination conducted at any Army Station Hospital (ASH) and validated by the Army Chief Surgeon.
• Physical Fitness Test (PFT) (Hqs RESCOM/HPA)
• Board Interview (Hqs RESCOM/HPA)

Requirements:

1. Recommendation from PAMU Commander
2. Whole Body Picture in Smart GOU (3R size in white background)
3. Updated SOI/RSOI
4. Commission Order in the Reserve Force
5. Promotion Orders
6. Medical and Dental Examination (validated by ACS)
7. G2/Command Clearance
8. PSA Birth Certificate and Marriage Certificate
9. 1 Valid Government issued Identification Card
10. Philippine Health Insurance Corporation Documents/ID
11. Bureau of Internal Revenue Documents/ID
12. Home Development Mutual Fund (HDMF) (Pag-IBIG) Documents/ID
13. Certification from Employer to Undergo CAD RA 2334
14. Detach Service Orders/ Order of Transfer of Administrative Control and Supervision

Learn more about: List of Philippine Valid Government IDs 2025

Commissioned Officer

Become a Commissioned Officer in the Reserve Force.

Qualifications:

• Degree holders who are Advance ROTC graduates or have successfully completed the prescribed program of instruction for the Probationary Officer Training Course (POTC/MS-43).
• NCOs of the Regular Force, PA with outstanding records of service and technical experience and those who have rendered exceptional service in combat or other activity involving risk of life or limb in consonance with provisions of RA# 718.
• Degree holders requiring four (4) or more years of study in the courses of interest to the PA and passers of appropriate government licensure examination particularly those in the fields of:
  • Accountancy
  • Architecture
  • Environmental Planning
  • Interior Design
  • Foresters
  • Urban Planning
  • Agriculture
  • Criminology
  • Education
  • Customs Administration
  • Librarian
  • Information Technology
  • Engineering
• Graduates of Master in National Security Administration (MNSA).
• Key and Technical personnel of vital government and private utilities which have been affiliated in the Reserve Force, AFP in consonance with provisions of Sections 10 and 31 of RA 7077.
• Government officials and presidential appointees who may qualify for commission in consonance with the provisions of Section 44 of RA 7077.

Sources of Commission in the AFP Reserve Force:

• Group I: Advanced ROTC/ POTC Graduates
• Group II: Deserving NCOs
• Group III: Licensed Professionals
• Group IV: Masters in National Security Administration (MNSA)
• Group V: AFP Affiliated Reserve Units
• Group VI: Presidential Appointees and Elected Officials
• Group VII: Resignation from Present Commission and Subsequent Commission in the Reserve Force, AFP

Probationary Officer Training Course (POTC)

This is a four-month pre-military training for Advance ROTC graduates and is offered only to those baccalaureate degree holders.

POTC trainee is entitled to pay and allowances equivalent to the basic salary of a Probationary Second Lieutenant for the duration of training.

Related Article: PAF POTC Recruitment 2025 | Complete Guide

Qualifications:

• Applicant must be a graduate of the Advance ROTC Course
• Must be a baccalaureate degree holder
• Must be 152.4 cm (5ft) in height or above for both male and female applicant
• Not more than 30 years of age at the start of the training
• Must be mentally and physically fit
• Must have attained a score of at least (88%) in the AFPSAT conducted by the APMC
• With no criminal, administrative, court-martial and/or civil case pending in any court of justice of the Philippines, either as a litigant or witness

Requirements:

1. Application Form
2. Affidavit of Non-Pending Case
3. Picture (Whole body Post Card size)
4. Personal Data Sheet or Resume’ (SOI if active Enlisted Reservist)
5. PSA Birth Certificate (With official receipt)
6. College Diploma & Transcript of Record (Authenticated by the School Registrar)
7. AFP Service Aptitude Test (AFPSAT)
8. Certification or Diploma of Advance ROTC
9. Certification/Order of Merits of POTC Graduate
10. Physical Examination Report
11. Command Clearance (will be issued later; the following will be submitted with the application form which will be used for subsequent issuance of Command Clearance). Personal History Statement (PHS), Barangay Clearance, Mayor’s, Police, NBI, CFI/RTC Clearance
12. Drug Test (taken from any drug testing centers accredited by DOH)

Basic Citizen Military Training (BCMT)

Section 35, RA 7077 mandated a citizen of the Republic of the Philippines to undergo Basic Citizen Military Training programmed by the Philippine Army.

Qualifications:

• A Filipino citizen with good moral character
• Physically and mentally fit for military training
• At least a high school graduate
• Non-ROTC graduate
• At least five (5) feet in height
• Eighteen (18) years old but not more than thirty-five (35) years old as they will compose the 1st Category Reserve
• A certified resident of a clustered locality where candidates are sourced out

Requirements:

1. Picture (latest whole-body postcard size)
2. PSA birth certificate
3. High school or college credentials (authenticated by the school registrar)
4. Police clearance
5. Physical examination report

Retired Philippine Army Personnel

Calling All Retired Philippine Army Personnel Who Are Not Yet Incorporated Into the Reserve Force.

Qualifications:

• Retired, separated, or honorably discharged from active military service
• A Filipino citizen with good moral character
• Physically and mentally fit
• At least five (5) feet in height
• Eighteen (18) years old but not more than 64 years old, as they will compose the Standby Reserve
• No criminal, administrative, court-martial, or civil case pending in any court of justice in the Philippines, either as a litigant or witness

Requirements:

1. Duly accomplished application form for incorporation in the Reserve Force, Philippine Army
2. Photocopy of retirement order/separation orders (authenticated)
3. Two (2) 2×2 pictures
4. A letter signed by the group commander

ROTC Graduates

Calling All ROTC Graduates Who Are Not Active Reservists.

Qualifications:

• Graduates of Basic ROTC
• A Filipino citizen with good moral character
• Physically and mentally fit
• Eighteen (18) years old but not more than 64 years old, as they will compose the Standby Reserve
• No criminal, administrative, court-martial, or civil case pending in any court of justice in the Philippines, either as a litigant or witness

Requirements:

1. Transcript of records where ROTC passing grades are reflected (authenticated by the school registrar with dry seal)
2. A letter signed by the group commander
3. Justification letter/letter of intent stating why he/she is requesting the issuance of an AFP serial number

Related Article: How to Join ROTC and Become an AFP Officer 2025

Former CAFGU Active Auxiliary (CAA)

Calling All Former CAFGU Active Auxiliary (CAA) Members Who Are Not Active Reservists.

Qualifications:

• Graduates of BMT for CAA
• A Filipino citizen with good moral character
• Physically and mentally fit
• At least five (5) feet in height
• Eighteen (18) years old but not more than 64 years old, as they will compose the Standby Reserve
• No criminal, administrative, court-martial, or civil case pending in any court of justice in the Philippines, either as a litigant or witness

Requirements:

1. Calling orders to undergo Basic Military Training (BMT) for CAFGU Active Auxiliary (CAA)
2. Certificate of Completion (BMT)
3. Appointment orders as CAA
4. Termination orders from CAA
5. A letter signed by the group commander
6. Justification letter/letter of intent stating why he/she is requesting the issuance of enlistment orders

Where to Apply?

Applicant must inquire to the nearest:

• Regional Community Defense Group (RCDG)
• Community Defense Center (CDC)
• ROTC Units under the Philippine Army (for Advance ROTC Program only)

For more information, please visit their available social media accounts:

• Facebook: Reserve Command, Philippine Army
• Instagram: hqs_ogeeseven
• Twitter: @hqs_arescom

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Conclusion

In summary, joining the Philippine Army RESCOM in 2025 offers various opportunities for those who wish to serve as reservists, officers, or specialized personnel.

This guide provides essential details on qualifications, requirements, and application procedures for different programs, ensuring you are well-prepared for the process.

If you meet the criteria and are ready to take on the challenge, reach out to the nearest recruitment center or official channels to begin your journey.

References

1. Reserve Command, Philippine Army. (2022). Facebook.com. https://www.facebook.com/posts1
2. Reserve Command, Philippine Army. (2022). Facebook.com. https://www.facebook.com/posts2
3. Philippine Army Reserve Command. (2025, February 13). Wikipedia; Wikimedia Foundation. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/-Philippine_Army_Reserve_Command