Chief of the Philippine National Police
| Chief of the Philippine National Police | |
|---|---|
| Hepe ng Pambansang Pulisya ng Pilipinas | |
PNP seal | |
Flag of the PNP Chief | |
since June 2, 2025 (In Permanent Status ) | |
| Philippine National Police | |
| Seat | Camp Crame, Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines |
| Nominator | National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) |
| Appointer | President of the Philippines |
| Term length | The Chief of the PNP shall serve a tour of duty not to exceed four (4) years. Unless extended by the President further in times of war or other national emergency declared by Congress. Mandatory retirement shall be upon the attainment of age fifty-six (56). |
| Constituting instrument | Republic Act No. 6975 |
| Precursor | Chief of the Philippine Constabulary (PC) |
| Formation | March 31, 1991 |
| First holder | Cesar P. Nazareno |
| Unofficial names | Director General / Police General (after the prerequisite rank) |
| Deputy | Deputy Chief for Administration (TDCA) Deputy Chief for Operations (TDCO) Chief of Directorial Staff (TCDS) |
| Salary | ₱121,143 monthly basic pay (2018) |
| Website | https://pnp.gov.ph/ |
The Chief of the Philippine National Police (abbreviated as C, PNP; Filipino: Hepe ng Pambansang Pulisya ng Pilipinas) is the head of the Philippines' national police body, the Philippine National Police (PNP). The position is invariably held by a Police General, a four-star general police officer.
The Chief of the Philippine National Police or PNP chief is also an ex officio member of the National Police Commission.