516th NROTC Unit

516th NROTC Unit 516th NROTC Unit is a Branch of NAVRESCOM(Naval Reserve Command)

NAVRESCOM through its four pillars - Reserve Affairs, Administration, Reserve Manpower Development, Reserve Force Development and Reservist and Public Affair ensures prompt reaction in mobilizing naval reservists upon signal from higher Headquarters; Conduct unit and individual training for organic and reservists and pre-reservist training; Develop and evaluate advancement and classification of Na

val Reservists. Provide intelligence information in support to Internal Security Operations and Territorial Defense effort of the AFP through involvement of PN reservists in information gathering; and, Enhance and sustain the administration and operational capabilities of the different RRA implementing units.

๐Ÿ“ข ๐ˆ๐Œ๐๐Ž๐‘๐“๐€๐๐“ ๐€๐๐๐Ž๐”๐๐‚๐„๐Œ๐„๐๐“Attention, 516th NROTCU Cadets and Cadettes! Please be informed that there will be NO FACE-TO-FA...
21/08/2026

๐Ÿ“ข ๐ˆ๐Œ๐๐Ž๐‘๐“๐€๐๐“ ๐€๐๐๐Ž๐”๐๐‚๐„๐Œ๐„๐๐“

Attention, 516th NROTCU Cadets and Cadettes!

Please be informed that there will be NO FACE-TO-FACE ROTC TRAINING on August 22, 2026 (Saturday). In accordance with the NSTP Office Memorandum, the scheduled ROTC training will be conducted through ONLINE/ASYNCHRONOUS LEARNING.

The session will focus on online discussion. All cadets are expected to check the official communication platform for announcements, updates, and instructions.

โš ๏ธ ๐€๐“๐“๐„๐๐ƒ๐€๐๐‚๐„ ๐–๐ˆ๐‹๐‹ ๐๐„ ๐’๐“๐‘๐ˆ๐‚๐“๐‹๐˜ ๐Œ๐Ž๐๐ˆ๐“๐Ž๐‘๐„๐ƒ. All cadets are required to participate in the online session and remain attentive throughout the discussion.

Please be guided accordingly.

๐€๐“๐“๐„๐๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐โ€ผ๏ธ๐–๐‡๐Ž: ALL 516TH NROTCU MIDSHIPMAN AND MIDSHIPWOMAN๐–๐‡๐€๐“:2ND SATURDAY FORMATION (1ST SEM...
19/08/2026

๐€๐“๐“๐„๐๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐โ€ผ๏ธ

๐–๐‡๐Ž: ALL 516TH NROTCU MIDSHIPMAN
AND MIDSHIPWOMAN
๐–๐‡๐€๐“:2ND SATURDAY
FORMATION (1ST SEMESTER )
๐–๐‡๐„๐: 22 AUGUST 2026 | 0730H-1130H
๐–๐‡๐„๐‘๐„: PIT OVAL GROUND

โ€ผ๏ธ ๐‘๐„๐Œ๐ˆ๐๐ƒ๐„๐‘๐’:
WEAR PROPER UNIFORM:
โ€ข White round neck T-shirt
โ€ข Dark color jeans (Tattered pants is
prohibited)
โ€ข Black belt (with silver buckle)
โ€ข Rubber shoes w/ shoelace and white socks

โ€ผ๏ธ ๐๐‘๐ˆ๐๐† ๐“๐‡๐„ ๐…๐Ž๐‹๐‹๐Ž๐–๐ˆ๐๐†:
โ€ข Tickler
โ€ข Ballpen
โ€ข White handkerchief
โ€ข Water

โ€ผ๏ธ ๐๐Ž๐“๐„:
โ€ข Prescribed haircut for cadets:
Maritime Student must be 2ร—0
Allied Courses must be 3x0
โ€ข For cadettes, hair should be tied neatly in a bun with gel and hairnet.
โ€ข Facial hair must be shaved.
โ€ข Unnatural hair color and cosmetics are prohibited.
โ€ข Strictly no accessories. Do not bring
valuables and important belongings.
โ€ข Ensure to have breakfast before reporting.
โ€ข Observe proper bearings at all times.
โ€ข Demerit will be imposed on those who will arrive late and don't follow instructions.

๐๐€๐•๐˜ ๐‡๐Ž๐Ž๐˜๐€๐‡๐Ÿซก

๐ˆ๐ ๐๐‡๐Ž๐“๐Ž๐’ | ๐Ÿ“๐Ÿ๐Ÿ”๐“๐‡ ๐๐‘๐Ž๐“๐‚๐” - ๐Ÿ๐’๐“ ๐’๐€๐“๐”๐‘๐ƒ๐€๐˜ ๐…๐Ž๐‘๐Œ๐€๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐ (๐…๐ˆ๐‘๐’๐“ ๐’๐„๐Œ๐„๐’๐“๐„๐‘The 516th Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Unit (N...
16/08/2026

๐ˆ๐ ๐๐‡๐Ž๐“๐Ž๐’ | ๐Ÿ“๐Ÿ๐Ÿ”๐“๐‡ ๐๐‘๐Ž๐“๐‚๐” - ๐Ÿ๐’๐“ ๐’๐€๐“๐”๐‘๐ƒ๐€๐˜ ๐…๐Ž๐‘๐Œ๐€๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐ (๐…๐ˆ๐‘๐’๐“ ๐’๐„๐Œ๐„๐’๐“๐„๐‘

The 516th Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Unit (NROTCU) of Palompon Institute of Technology (PIT) conducted its 1st Saturday Formation on 15 August 2026 at PIT oval and PIT gymnasium.

The activity commenced with the Morning Colors, led by M/CDR CRIS ANGELO P CABALHIN 1CL, Corps Commander, followed by the rank muster and inspection of the cadets.

During the instructional period, CPO Jessica A Baltes PN (RES) Training Staff, discussed the Legal Basis of the ROTC Program, while M/CDR Cris Angelo P Cabalhin 1CL discussed the AFP Organization.

The cadets then conducted Close Order Drill (COD) under the supervision of their respective Platoon Leaders, strengthening their discipline, coordination, and proper military bearing.

Meanwhile, the Midshipman/Midshipwoman Officer Candidate Course (MOCC) was assigned under the supervision of M/LCDR Ken Mark Bonga 2CL BN N3, and M/LCDR JM Velasco 2CL BN N8, focusing on further training and advancement.

The entire activity was closely monitored and supervised by PO2 Jerome A Arquillano PN, Petty Officer-in-Charge (POIC) and SN1 Timothy Jake M De Vera PN, Assistant POIC, who ensured the proper coordination, organization, and smooth conduct of the training activities throughout the formation.

Caption by: MW/LCDR Joana Mae O Carba 2CL BN N2
| Photos by: MLTJG Dember Lu Salonoy 3CL and M/ENS Mark James Quimbo 4cl

๐†๐‘๐„๐„๐“๐ˆ๐๐†๐’ | ๐‡๐Ž๐๐Ž๐‘๐ˆ๐๐† ๐˜๐„๐€๐‘๐’ ๐Ž๐… ๐’๐„๐‘๐•๐ˆ๐‚๐„ โ€œ๐Š๐ž๐ž๐ฉ ๐‹๐ž๐š๐ซ๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ , ๐Š๐ž๐ž๐ฉ ๐Œ๐จ๐ฏ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐š๐ง๐ ๐“๐ซ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ ๐ญ๐ก๐ž ๐๐ซ๐จ๐œ๐ž๐ฌ๐ฌโ€The 516th Naval Reserve Officers...
16/08/2026

๐†๐‘๐„๐„๐“๐ˆ๐๐†๐’ | ๐‡๐Ž๐๐Ž๐‘๐ˆ๐๐† ๐˜๐„๐€๐‘๐’ ๐Ž๐… ๐’๐„๐‘๐•๐ˆ๐‚๐„

โ€œ๐Š๐ž๐ž๐ฉ ๐‹๐ž๐š๐ซ๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ , ๐Š๐ž๐ž๐ฉ ๐Œ๐จ๐ฏ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐š๐ง๐ ๐“๐ซ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ ๐ญ๐ก๐ž ๐๐ซ๐จ๐œ๐ž๐ฌ๐ฌโ€

The 516th Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Unit (NROTCU) warmly greets M/LTJG Ron Dave Patricio 3CL on his special day!

As a great junior to your seniors, may you continue to learn from every experience, respect those who guide you, and always give your best in every task. Keep growing, stay humble, and continue to move forward toward your goals.

Today is a good time to look back at how far you have come and be thankful for every lesson and experience. Keep doing your best, stay true to yourself, and continue making good memories as you move forward. Happy Birthday Sir!๐Ÿซก

๐€๐“๐“๐„๐๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐โ€ผ๏ธ๐–๐‡๐Ž: ALL 516TH NROTCU MIDSHIPMAN AND MIDSHIPWOMAN๐–๐‡๐€๐“: 1ST SATURDAY FORMATION (1ST SE...
12/08/2026

๐€๐“๐“๐„๐๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐โ€ผ๏ธ

๐–๐‡๐Ž: ALL 516TH NROTCU MIDSHIPMAN
AND MIDSHIPWOMAN
๐–๐‡๐€๐“: 1ST SATURDAY
FORMATION (1ST SEMESTER )
๐–๐‡๐„๐: 15 AUGUST 2026 | 0730H-1130H
๐–๐‡๐„๐‘๐„: PIT OVAL GROUND

โ€ผ๏ธ ๐‘๐„๐Œ๐ˆ๐๐ƒ๐„๐‘๐’:
WEAR PROPER UNIFORM:
โ€ข White round neck T-shirt
โ€ข Dark color jeans (Tattered pants is
prohibited)
โ€ข Black belt (with silver buckle)
โ€ข Rubber shoes w/ shoelace and white socks

โ€ผ๏ธ ๐๐‘๐ˆ๐๐† ๐“๐‡๐„ ๐…๐Ž๐‹๐‹๐Ž๐–๐ˆ๐๐†:
โ€ข Tickler
โ€ข Ballpen
โ€ข White handkerchief
โ€ข Water

โ€ผ๏ธ ๐๐Ž๐“๐„:
โ€ข Prescribed haircut for cadets:
Maritime Student must be 2ร—0
Allied Courses must be 3x0
โ€ข For cadettes, hair should be tied neatly in a bun with gel and hairnet.
โ€ข Facial hair must be shaved.
โ€ข Unnatural hair color and cosmetics are prohibited.
โ€ข Strictly no accessories. Do not bring
valuables and important belongings.
โ€ข Ensure to have breakfast before reporting.
โ€ข Observe proper bearings at all times.
โ€ข Demerit will be imposed on those who will arrive late and don't follow instructions.

๐๐€๐•๐˜ ๐‡๐Ž๐Ž๐˜๐€๐‡๐Ÿซก

๐—›๐—”๐—ฃ๐—ฃ๐—ฌ ๐—•๐—œ๐—ฅ๐—ง๐—›๐——๐—”๐—ฌ, ๐—ฆ๐—œ๐—ฅ! The 516th Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Unit (NROTCU) wishes Dr. Nelson N. Enage, Vice Pres...
09/08/2026

๐—›๐—”๐—ฃ๐—ฃ๐—ฌ ๐—•๐—œ๐—ฅ๐—ง๐—›๐——๐—”๐—ฌ, ๐—ฆ๐—œ๐—ฅ!

The 516th Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Unit (NROTCU) wishes Dr. Nelson N. Enage, Vice President for Academic Affairs a happy and blessed birthday. We are grateful for your continued guidance, support, and service. May you be blessed with good health, success, and many more meaningful years ahead. Happy Birthday, Sir Enage!

๐‹๐Ž๐Ž๐Š | ๐Ÿ“๐Ÿ๐Ÿ”๐“๐‡ ๐๐‘๐Ž๐“๐‚๐” ๐‚๐Ž๐”๐‘๐’๐„ ๐Ž๐‘๐ˆ๐„๐๐“๐€๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐As part of the preparation for the new training year, the 516th Naval Reserve Offi...
09/08/2026

๐‹๐Ž๐Ž๐Š | ๐Ÿ“๐Ÿ๐Ÿ”๐“๐‡ ๐๐‘๐Ž๐“๐‚๐” ๐‚๐Ž๐”๐‘๐’๐„ ๐Ž๐‘๐ˆ๐„๐๐“๐€๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐

As part of the preparation for the new training year, the 516th Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Unit (NROTCU) conducted a Course Orientation on 08 August 2026 at the PIT Gymnasium.

The orientation was facilitated by Chief Petty Officer (CPO) Jessica A Baltes PN (RES), Training Staff, who discussed important information, guidelines, and expectations to help cadets better understand the NROTC program and their responsibilities as cadets.

CPO Mae Flor V Sagnoy PN (RES), NSTP Coordinator, and PO1 Karyn Lea Beltran PN (RES), ROTC Facilitator, also shared additional information and guidance to further prepare the cadets for the requirements and activities of the training program.

๐๐€๐•๐˜ ๐‡๐Ž๐Ž๐˜๐€๐‡๐Ÿซก

06/08/2026

๐Ÿ“ข ๐—ข๐—™๐—™๐—œ๐—–๐—œ๐—”๐—Ÿ ๐—”๐——๐—ฉ๐—œ๐—ฆ๐—ข๐—ฅ๐—ฌ | ๐—ฃ๐—›๐—œ๐—Ÿ๐—œ๐—ฃ๐—ฃ๐—œ๐—ก๐—˜ ๐—ก๐—”๐—ฉ๐—ฌ ๐—ฅ๐—˜๐—ฆ๐—˜๐—ฅ๐—ฉ๐—˜ ๐— ๐—œ๐—Ÿ๐—œ๐—ง๐—”๐—ฅ๐—ฌ ๐—œ๐—— ๐—ฃ๐—ฅ๐—ข๐—–๐—˜๐—ฆ๐—ฆ๐—œ๐—ก๐—š

Attention to all Philippine Navy Reservists under Naval Reserve Center โ€“ Eastern Visayas.

The processing of the Philippine Navy Reserve Military ID is now ongoing. All reservists are encouraged to prepare and submit the complete documentary requirements to facilitate the processing of their Military Identification Card.

๐Ÿ“‹ ๐—ฅ๐—˜๐—ค๐—จ๐—œ๐—ฅ๐—˜๐— ๐—˜๐—ก๐—ง๐—ฆ:
โœ… Enlistment Order
โœ… ADT Order for the Present Calendar Year (If none, please provide โ‚ฑ100.00)
โœ… One (1) 2ร—2 ID Picture wearing PBDU/SBDU
โœ… Original PSA Birth Certificate
โ€ข New Applicants: Original PSA with official receipt (issued within the last 6 months)
โ€ข Renewal: Original PSA Birth Certificate only (receipt not required)
โœ… Old Military ID (for renewal applicants)
โœ… Accomplished Military ID Application Form

๐Ÿ“ IMPORTANT REMINDER:
Please accomplish the ID Application Form using a black ballpen only.

๐Ÿ“SUBMISSION VENUE: Headquarters, Naval Reserve Center โ€“ Eastern Visayas

Kindly ensure that all requirements are complete before submission to avoid delays in processing.

๐‘ซ๐’๐’˜๐’๐’๐’๐’‚๐’… ๐’•๐’‰๐’† ๐’‡๐’๐’“๐’Ž ๐’‰๐’†๐’“๐’†: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1O04EdyXzGaf6boIk90RkIeMXvHyqxXqM/view?usp=drivesdk

For further inquiries and assistance, please coordinate with your respective Unit Administration or contact Headquarters, Naval Reserve Center โ€“ Eastern Visayas.





๐€๐“๐“๐„๐๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐โ€ผ๏ธ๐–๐‡๐Ž: All Students Enrolled in the NSTP-ROTC Program๐–๐‡๐€๐“: Course Orientation๐–๐‡๐„๐: 08 AUGUST 2026 | 0700H-1130H...
05/08/2026

๐€๐“๐“๐„๐๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐โ€ผ๏ธ

๐–๐‡๐Ž: All Students Enrolled in the NSTP-ROTC Program
๐–๐‡๐€๐“: Course Orientation
๐–๐‡๐„๐: 08 AUGUST 2026 | 0700H-1130H
๐–๐‡๐„๐‘๐„: PIT GYMNASIUM

โ€ผ๏ธ๐๐‘๐ˆ๐๐† ๐“๐‡๐„ ๐…๐Ž๐‹๐‹๐Ž๐–๐ˆ๐๐†:
โ€ข Photocopy of your STUDYLOAD/OFFICIAL ENROLLMENT SHEET
โ€ข A small notebook and a pen
โ€ข Extra white t-shirt
โ€ข Snacks
โ€ข Water
โ€ข White Handkerchief

โ€ผ๏ธ ๐‘๐„๐Œ๐ˆ๐๐ƒ๐„๐‘๐’:
โ€ขUnnatural hair color and cosmetics are
prohibited.
โ€ขEnsure to have breakfast before reporting.
โ€ขStrictly no accessories such as jewelry, watches, etc.
โ€ข Observe proper bearings at all times.
โ€ข Do not be late.

The orientation will provide the necessary guidance and instructions to ensure that all enrollees are properly oriented on the ROTC program, training policies, uniform regulations, and other essential matters.

๐๐€๐•๐˜ ๐‡๐ŽO๐˜๐€๐‡๐Ÿซก

๐€ ๐‚๐„๐‹๐„๐๐‘๐€๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐ ๐Ž๐… ๐’๐„๐‘๐•๐ˆ๐‚๐„ | ๐‡๐Ž๐๐Ž๐‘๐ˆ๐๐† ๐“๐–๐Ž ๐Ž๐…๐…๐ˆ๐‚๐„๐‘๐’ ๐–๐‡๐Ž ๐ˆ๐๐’๐๐ˆ๐‘๐„Today, the 516TH NROTCU โ€“ PIT proudly celebrates the birthda...
02/08/2026

๐€ ๐‚๐„๐‹๐„๐๐‘๐€๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐ ๐Ž๐… ๐’๐„๐‘๐•๐ˆ๐‚๐„ | ๐‡๐Ž๐๐Ž๐‘๐ˆ๐๐† ๐“๐–๐Ž ๐Ž๐…๐…๐ˆ๐‚๐„๐‘๐’ ๐–๐‡๐Ž ๐ˆ๐๐’๐๐ˆ๐‘๐„

Today, the 516TH NROTCU โ€“ PIT proudly celebrates the birthdays of two officers whose service, character, and positive influence continue to create a meaningful impact within the unit.

To M/LT Cris Angelo P Cabalhin 3CL, happy birthday, Sir! Your presence within the unit has become a source of guidance and motivation to those who serve alongside you. The way you lead, handle responsibilities, and face every situation with patience and purpose reflects the qualities of a true officer. Through your actions, you continue to remind everyone that serving the unit is not only about completing duties but also about encouraging others to grow and become better versions of themselves. May you continue to be a role model who provides inspiration, direction, and strength to the 516TH NROTCU โ€“ PIT.

To M/ENS Niel James P Pelayo 4CL, happy birthday, Sir! May this celebration remind you of the positive influence you bring to the unit and to the people who look up to you. Continue moving forward with confidence, face every challenge with courage, and continue striving to become the best version of yourself. May your journey be filled with valuable lessons, meaningful achievements, and moments that inspire you to reach greater heights.

As you both celebrate another year of life, may you be blessed with good health, happiness, and countless opportunities ahead. May you continue to pursue your goals, inspire those around you, and find fulfillment in every path you choose.

Once again, Happy Birthday Sir Cabalhin and Sir Pelayo! Thank you for your time, effort, and valuable contributions to the 516TH NROTCU โ€“ PIT. May this year bring new achievements, memorable experiences, and continued success.

NAVY HOYAH! ๐Ÿซกโš“

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