New MPO Salary Submission Directive

The Directorate of Secondary and Higher Education has issued a strict new directive to ensure the timely disbursement of February salaries for MPO-listed teachers and employees through the Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) system. The instruction, released in an official circular on Monday (23 February), requires all heads of educational institutions to submit their monthly MPO bills online by 24 February.

This initiative forms part of the government’s broader effort to digitise financial operations within the education sector, reduce delays, and improve transparency in salary distribution. Authorities believe that adherence to a strict submission timeline will significantly streamline the process and ensure that teachers and staff receive their salaries without unnecessary disruption.

According to the directive, institution heads must log into the Education Management Information System (EMIS) and submit the MPO bill for February within the stipulated deadline. Any failure to do so will result in the salaries of the Teacher concerned and employees not being transferred via EFT, potentially causing hardship for many.

A central aspect of the directive is its strong emphasis on accountability. The circular clearly states that if any teacher or employee does not receive their MPO salary due to incorrect, incomplete, or intentionally misleading information, the responsibility will lie entirely with the head of the institution. This provision is designed to ensure accuracy and prevent negligence in the submission process.

Institution heads are instructed to use their official login credentials to access the MPO-EFT module within EMIS. Each teacher and staff member’s MPO entitlement must be calculated individually in accordance with existing rules before submission. Once the bill has been submitted, a copy must be downloaded, signed by both the institution head and the chairman of the governing body, and preserved as an official record. This documentation will be essential in resolving any future administrative or financial discrepancies.

The directive also outlines procedures for handling exceptional circumstances. In cases where a listed teacher or employee has died or resigned, their salary entitlement must be adjusted proportionately for the relevant month. Similarly, if any staff member is under temporary suspension, absent without approval, or subject to disciplinary action, appropriate salary deductions or stoppages must be clearly reflected in the submitted bill.

Furthermore, the authority has clarified that only personnel data verified through the Integrated Budget and Accounting System (iBAS) will be included in the submission module. Employees whose records are still incorrect or unverified will not appear in the system until their information is properly updated and validated.

A summary of the key directives is provided below:

Officials within the education sector have expressed optimism that the directive will enhance efficiency, strengthen financial accountability, and ensure a more reliable salary distribution system for MPO-listed teachers and staff across the country.