07/09/2026
60 YEARS OF NAPOLCOM: A LEGACY OF PUBLIC SERVICE
For six decades, the National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) has stood as a vital institution in the pursuit of a professional, efficient, and accountable police service.
Its journey began on September 8, 1966, with the enactment of Republic Act No. 4864, or the Police Act of 1966, which created the Police Commission (POLCOM) under the Office of the President. Born out of the need to strengthen local police agencies and restore public confidence in law enforcement, POLCOM carried the mandate to promote efficiency in police organization, administration, and operations, and to elevate the local police to a professional level.
Through the years, the Commission evolved alongside the nation’s police system. From its reorganization as the National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) in 1972, to its role in the establishment and development of the Philippine National Police under Republic Act No. 6975, and its strengthened administration and control over the PNP through Republic Act No. 8551, NAPOLCOM has remained steadfast in fulfilling its constitutional mandate.
Today, 60 years later, the mission continues.
As NAPOLCOM celebrates its 60th Anniversary, we honor the generations of leaders and personnel who have carried the Commission’s mandate forward, and reaffirm our commitment to a police service that is professional, effective, accountable, and worthy of the public’s trust.
Sixty years of service.
Six decades of purpose.
A continuing commitment to a stronger and more professional police service.
Happy 60th Anniversary, NAPOLCOM!