Volunteer as a Marine
It takes a special breed of men and women to join the Philippine Marine Corps. Forged in fire and honed in combat, each Marine is the cutting edge of the Armed Forces of the Philippines. The first to charge in every fight. The representatives of the best in soldiery.
Join the few, the proud: The Philippine Marine Corps!
Unified by Excellence
The task of training these young men into Marines is vested upon us. Today, as we start training them, we will be striking the first hammer blow in forging the "cutting edge" of the Armed Forces.
— LTSG Manuel Gomez's
On the formation of the Philippine Marine Corps 1950
Cutting Edge of the Armed Forces
Volunteer as a Marine
There is nothing more fulfilling than living a life of service to our beloved country, and the best place for you is to cultivate your patriotism with the most-ready force – The Philippine Marine Corps.
The Philippine Marine Corps, or Hukbong Kawal Pandagat ng Pilipinas, is a naval amphibious force under the Philippine Navy's command as extension of its naval power in land through the conduct of amphibious and special operations missions.
The Recruitment Office of the Philippine Marine Corps opens applications for those interested to join the force.
What the Marine Corps can offer?
- Opportunities to serve and protect the country.
- Opportunity to lead the marines.
- Opportunities to serve in international peacekeeping missions under United Nations.
- Opportunity for Career Advancement.
- Leadership and other Skills Training both local and abroad.
- Opportunities for Post Graduate studies both within the country and abroad.
- Free Medical and Dental Service (Including Dependents).
- Insurance and Health Care Benefits.
- Billeting and Housing Privileges.
- Job Security.
- Competitive Pay and Allowances.
Marine Officer Candidate
Qualifications:
- At least 21 years old but not more than 26 years & 6 months old on the date of admission
- Must be a Filipino citizen and of good moral character
- Single, never been married and has no child of his/her own
- Graduate of a 4-year Baccalaureate degree
- At least 5’0 (60 inches)
- Physically, Mentally and Psychological fit for military training.
Initial Requirements:
Note: All documents must be placed in one (1) original folder and four (4) photocopied folders with red tabbing.
- PSA Birth Certificate
- College Diploma
- Transcript of Records
- 2×2 Picture (White Background)
Marine Basic Course (MBC)
Qualifications:
- Must be a Filipino Citizen and of Good Moral character.
- Must be 18-24 years old.
- Unmarried and with no child to support.
- At least 5’0 (60 inches)
- Physically, Mentally and Psychological fit for military training.
Initial Requirements:
Note: All documents must be placed in one (1) original folder and four (4) photocopied folders with red tabbing.
- PSA Birth Certificate
- High School or K-12 Diploma
- Transcript of Records if at least 72 units in college
- TESDA Certificate (NCII)
- 2x2 Picture with white background
