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Free NBI Clearance for First-Time Job Seekers

Qualified first-time job seekers have a dedicated NBI process that is free of charge. Use the official FTJS facility and bring the program-specific documents.

Free NBI Clearance for First-Time Job Seekers

FTJS requirements

First-Time Job Seeker NBI Clearance free route

The NBI FTJS Citizen’s Charter lists a Barangay Certification on official letterhead, dry-sealed and signed by the Punong Barangay or an authorized barangay officer, plus two valid government-issued IDs or acceptable certificates.

Fee

The official FTJS process lists None (Free of Charge) in the fee column for the program’s steps.

HIT and Quality Control still apply

FTJS status does not bypass NBI record verification. The Citizen’s Charter says that a No HIT application proceeds to printing, while WITH HIT applicants return on the scheduled date; a For Quality Control case proceeds to interview and verification.

How the FTJS route differs from a normal application

The difference is not only the fee. The program has its own documentary requirement, dedicated portal/facility and processing lane. That is why a qualified first-time job seeker should start with the FTJS instructions instead of paying a standard transaction and trying to change it later.

Barangay Certification

The official Citizen’s Charter says the certification should be on official barangay letterhead, dry sealed and signed by the Punong Barangay or an authorized barangay officer.

Identity documents

The charter requires two valid government-issued IDs or acceptable certificates in addition to the certification.

FTJS FAQs

How much is NBI Clearance for a qualified first-time job seeker?

The official FTJS Citizen’s Charter lists the process as free of charge.

Can an FTJS applicant still get a HIT?

Yes. The charter includes No HIT, WITH HIT and Quality Control processing paths.

Where should I apply?

Use the official First-Time Job Seeker facility linked by NBI.