Where do learners apply for the SHS VP?

Learners under Category A, B, C, and D apply directly in the VP Participating SHS. All documentary requirements are submitted by the learner to the VP Participating SHS.

Learners under Category E apply through the Online Voucher Application Portal (OVAP). The deadline for application through OVAP is on June 15, 2026.

Please check this link for the list of eligible learners and the documentary requirements of each applicant category.

Can a learner in Grade 12 participate in the SHS Voucher Program as a new Voucher Program Beneficiary (VPB)?

For SY 2026-2027, learners in Grade 12 cannot be accepted in the SHS Voucher Program. Accepting new VPBs in the Grade 12 require the issuance of a DepEd Order and shall be based on availability of program funds. In SY 2026-2027, DepEd has not released a department order allowing new VPBs in Grade 12.

Can learners who did not complete or did not enroll in Grade 11 in the previous school year apply in the SHS Voucher Program?

Yes, all incoming Grade 11 learners may apply in the SHS Voucher Program provided that they meet the eligibility criteria set by DepEd.

Please check this link for the list of eligible learners and the documentary requirements of each applicant category.

Can learners residing in other countries apply and participate in the SHS Voucher Program?

No, Filipino learners residing in other countries are not allowed to participate in the SHS Voucher Program. Only Filipino learners residing in the Philippines and enrolled in face-to-face or blended learning modality may apply and participate in the SHS Voucher Program. 

Are public Grade 10 completers from non-congested public junior high schools or non-congested DepEd Divisions allowed to apply and participate in the SHS Voucher Program under Category B?

Yes, public Grade 10 completers from non-congested public junior high schools or non-congested DepEd Divisions may apply and eventually participate in the SHS Voucher Program under Category B. Please take note that DepEd has not released the congestion data to the public. Until then, the application of the provision on congestion under Category B applicants shall not apply in SY 2026-2027.

Are Grade 12 VPBs currently participating in the program required to submit application and supporting documents?

No, all Grade 12 VPBs who are currently participating in the program are not required to submit an application or the supporting documents.

Are minors allowed to sign as affiant in the notarized affidavit of family's financial capacity (Annex F)?

The declared parent or guardian in the affidavit of family's financial capacity may sign on behalf of the minor applicant.