Are you a DepEd employee separating from service through retirement, resignation, transfer, or sadly, due to death? If so, you'll likely need a Certificate of Last Payment (CLP). This blog post will guide you through the entire process, including what it is, who needs it, and the step-by-step process to get it.
What is a Certificate of Last Payment (CLP)?
A CLP is a clearance document issued by DepEd to employees leaving the service. It confirms that you have no outstanding financial obligations related to your salary or allowances. This ensures a smooth separation process and avoids any future complications.
Who Needs a CLP?
- Retirees: Congratulations on your retirement! You'll need a CLP to finalize your retirement process.
- Resigned Employees: If you've resigned from DepEd, a CLP is necessary to close your account.
- Transferred Employees: Moving to a new assignment within DepEd? You'll need a CLP to confirm your clearance at your previous station.
- Deceased Employees: In unfortunate circumstances, a CLP is required to settle the financial affairs of the deceased employee.
How to Get a CLP:
Getting a CLP is a straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide:
Gather Required Documents:
- Indorsement from the Schools Division Superintendent (Original Copy)
- Copy of your Latest Payslip (Original Copy)
- Clearance Template from your School/SDO (2 Original Copies)
- Updated Service Record (Original Copy)
Submit Documents: Head to your DepEd Schools Division Office and submit the complete set of documents to the Records Section.
Payment (if applicable): There's no fee for a CLP unless you have a salary overpayment. If so, you'll need to settle it before proceeding.
Processing: The Records Section and Payroll Unit will review your documents and prepare the CLP. This typically takes around 30 minutes.
Approval: The CLP will be reviewed and approved by designated officials within 20 minutes.
Collect Your CLP: Once approved, you can collect your signed CLP from the Records Unit. This usually takes about 10 minutes.
Total Processing Time: Expect the entire process to take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Additional Notes:
- This blog provides a general guideline. Specific requirements and processing times may vary slightly depending on your location within DepEd.
- For the most up-to-date information, reach out to your DepEd Schools Division Office directly.
We hope this blog has been helpful! If you have any further questions about the CLP process, don't hesitate to contact your local DepEd office.