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Hey, mga Iskolar ng Bayan!
Few reminders, especially to those who are in Region 4A!
I noticed that most concerns during the submission of requirements were about the sizing and scaling of the Scholarship Agreement (SA), as well as the ink used for signing.
Before you head to the Regional Office, make sure that you have all your requirements complete and walang kulang.
Scholarship Agreement (SA)
* Print 4 sets of the SA.
* Paper size should be 8.5 × 13 inches (long bond paper).
* Make sure the document is properly scaled to the paper. There were instances where the SA was printed on long bond paper but was still scaled as A4.
* Make sure there are no unnecessary spaces and that the entire contract fits properly on the paper.
* USE BLUE INK ONLY when signing.
* DO NOT have it notarized. The DOST will handle the notarization.
* They may ask you to have the requirements reprinted or resubmitted if the paper size, scaling, or ink is incorrect, regardless of how far you traveled. Ganoon po sila ka-fair sa lahat.
* If you are from a very far location, they may suggest submitting the requirements through a courier/LBC. Make sure the address is correct before sending.
LandBank Deposit Slip
* Submit a clear photocopy.
* No specific paper size was mentioned, as long as the copy is clear and readable.
Form 5 / Certificate of Registration
For UP students in Region 4A, a CTC or sealed Form 5 was not required in my experience. A copy directly downloaded from AMIS is acceptable.
For students from other universities, as far as I know, requesting a Certificate of Registration usually comes with a Certified True Copy stamp and signature. This is also acceptable as proof of enrollment.
Billing / Official Receipt
I'm not entirely sure about the specific requirement, but as far as I know, you should submit the original Official Receipt (OR) if this is what your university issues.
Reply Slip
Submit the same Reply Slip that you previously accomplished and submitted through Google Forms.
It should have a wet signature. If you originally signed it using black ink, that's okay. If you used blue ink, that's okay as well.
Photocopy of Parent's ID
Submit the same ID that you uploaded to the DOST-SEI portal.
For example, if you submitted your father's Driver's License, that's the ID you should photocopy.
Make sure the copy is clear and readable. There is no specific paper size mentioned, but to be safe, you may have it printed on 8.5 × 13 inches.
Notarized Affidavit of Legal Guardianship
This is required if a legal guardian, rather than your parent, signed the documents.
Brown Envelope
Place your requirements in a brown envelope.
Make sure to print the official label provided in the Google Drive. Glue it on the back of the envelope, on the side without the flap.
Aside from the required label, you only need to put your name and scholarship program (RA or Merit) as instructed.
IMPORTANT: You also have to submit your requirements through Google Forms. Please check your Annex B for the complete instructions and submission details.
Laban lang, iskx! Para sa pangarap. :))