Data Privacy Consent and Declaration

I, the undersigned applicant, understand that in order for the Personnel Management Center, Philippine Navy to process my application for appointment as Candidate Sailor or Officer Candidate, it is necessary to collect, use, and process my personal and sensitive personal information.

I acknowledge that such information is protected under the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173) and its Implementing Rules and Regulations.

By proceeding with my application through the Philippine Navy Applicant Tracking System (PNATS), I confirm that I have read and understood this Data Privacy Consent and voluntarily agree to the collection and processing of my personal data.

I hereby grant my free, voluntary, and informed consent to the Personnel Management Center, Philippine Navy and its authorized representatives to:

• Collect my personal information such as name, date of birth, address, contact information, and educational records.
• Collect sensitive personal information such as medical records, neuro-psychiatric results, criminal records, biometric data, and other information required for recruitment evaluation.
• Process and evaluate my information to determine my eligibility, qualification, and fitness for naval service.
• Conduct background investigations, medical examinations, and verification procedures necessary for recruitment.
• Store and maintain my personal data in physical and digital records of the Personnel Management Center, Philippine Navy for the duration of the recruitment process and the legally required retention period.

I authorize the Personnel Management Center, Philippine Navy to verify and disclose relevant information to authorized entities when necessary, including:

• The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and its branches.
• Government agencies such as the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), Philippine National Police (PNP), Department of Education (DepEd), Commission on Higher Education (CHED), and Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA).
• Accredited military or civilian hospitals and medical facilities for medical evaluation.

Such disclosure shall be made only for legitimate recruitment and verification purposes.

In accordance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012, I understand that I have the following rights as a data subject:

• Right to be Informed - to know how my personal data is collected and processed;
• Right to Access - to request access to my personal data;
• Right to Rectification - to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information;
• Right to Object - to object to certain types of data processing;
• Right to Data Portability - to obtain a copy of my personal data in a usable format;
• Right to Erasure or Blocking - to request deletion or restriction of my data when applicable; and
• Right to File a Complaint - with the National Privacy Commission (NPC) if my rights are violated.

I also understand that I may withdraw my consent at any time, with the understanding that doing so will result in the automatic disqualification of my application, as the Personnel Management Center, Philippine Navy will no longer be able to process my recruitment.

I agree that:

• If my application is successful, my personal data shall be retained for the duration of my military service and as required by military records regulations; and
• If my application is unsuccessful, my data may be retained by the Personnel Management Center, Philippine Navy for one (1) year for possible re-application or reference purposes.

After the applicable retention period, records shall be securely disposed of in accordance with National Privacy Commission guidelines.