The Eternal Waiting Game: Where in the World is Our PBB 2023?

Okay, let’s be honest. If "patience" is a virtue, Filipino teachers are practically saints by now.

We are already halfway through the school year, and the chat groups are buzzing with the same question: "May update na ba sa PBB 2023?" (Is there an update on PBB 2023?).

The Latest Scoop

According to recent reports and discussions from the budget hearings, the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) and DepEd have been going back and forth on the validation of requirements. The timeline has shifted multiple times. First, it was "mid-year," then "before Christmas 2025," and now some regions are bracing for an early 2026 release.

Why the Delay?

It seems the culprit, as always, is the Form 1.0 validation and the strict ranking of delivery units. The AO25 Inter-Agency Task Force is ensuring that only eligible personnel are included. While we appreciate the diligence, it’s hard to pay bills with "diligence."

As of late 2025, reports indicate that regions like Region IX (Zamboanga) and CAR were ahead in their submissions, while others are still in the consolidation phase. This "per region" release means some of us might get it sooner than others.

What Should We Do?

1. Check your Region’s Status: Don't rely on national news alone. Check your specific Regional Office website or Facebook page for the status of your Division's Form 1.0.
2. Manage Expectations: Don’t budget the PBB for your immediate expenses. Treat it as a "surprise savings" for 2026.
3. Verify Information: Be careful of fake news on Facebook screaming "PBB Released Now!" Always check the official DepEd or DBM pages.

I know it’s frustrating, mga Ma’am at Sir. We worked hard for those performance ratings. Let’s just hope that when it finally arrives, it comes in full.

Kapit lang!