What are the institutions that are exempted from NSTP?

The Philippine Military Academy (PMA), Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA), Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) is exempted from the NSTP in view of the special character of these institutions.

What is the purpose of implementing ROTC?

The purpose of the Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) is to develop selected college-educated men and women for positions of responsibility as officers in the Active Army, Army Reserve and National Guard.

Which of these is composed of the graduates of the non ROTC components?

National Service Reserve Corps
– There is hereby created a National Service Reserve Corps, to be composed of the graduates of the non- ROTC components. Members of this Corps may be tapped by the State for literacy and civic welfare activities through the joint effort of the DND, CHED and TESDA.

What was the primary reason why NSTP was enacted as a law?

The National Service Training Program (NSTP) Act of 2001 (R.A. 9163) was enacted in response to public clamor for reforms in the Reserved Officers Training Corps (ROTC) Program. This act affirms that the prime duty of the government shall be to serve and protect its citizens.

What if the NSTP component of my choice is not offered in my school?

by DND, CHED, and TESDA, subject to the capability of the school and AFP to handle the same. What if the NSTP component of my choice is not offered in my school? components shall form part of the AFP Citizen Force, subject to DND requirements.

What are the three components of NSTP and explain each component based on your own understanding?

The NSTP is composed of three different components, namely: Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC), Civic Welfare Training Service (CWTS) and Literacy Training Service (LTS).

When did the ROTC implemented?

On 8 February 1967, President Ferdinand Marcos rescinded Executive Order No. 207 of 1939, promulgating Executive Order No. 59 in its place. This executive order made ROTC mandatory at all colleges, universities and other institutions with an enrollment of 250 male students and greater.

What is ROTC component of NSTP and its objective?

ROTC aims to provide military education and training for students to mobilize them for national defense preparedness.

Why NSTP is mandatory in college?

The primary objective of the NSTP law is to promote the role of the youth in nation-building. As such, it aims to encourage the youth to become civic and/or military leaders and volunteers whom could be called upon by the nation in cases their services are needed.