Pay
Basic pay
Often called basic
The fixed pay for your job, before anything is added or taken off.
Most useful for: Fresh grad, Career shifter, Government
- In real life
- Your offer says ₱30,000 a month basic. That is your basic pay, even if allowances or overtime come on top.
- Why it matters to you
- Most other numbers, like your 13th month, daily rate and PhilHealth, are worked out from it.
An explanation to help you read your pay, not a ruling on your case. Your employer, the agency or DOLE has the final word.