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• A child  studying in a local or foreign IHL must complete JPA.BP.SPT.B03a Form  - Declaration of child studying in IHL

• This form is to be returned to Pension Division, PSD for action.

• Institution of Higher Learning (IHL) includes private colleges offering first degree education or an equivalent qualification. 

• Child of the deceased is allowed to pursue Diploma, Post-Grad Diploma and courses leading to the conferment of a first degree or an equivalent qualification.  

• It must be a full time course. 

• The child must complete his/her studies successfully within reasonable study period as stipulated by the IHL. 

• If the child of the deceased fails to complete the course and is allowed to extend his/her study term for not more less 2 years, as indicated by the IHL, the Derivative Pension  will be paid for the  extended period.