PRC Board Exam Schedule 2026 Philippines (All Professions)

Knowing your exact exam date is the starting point of every good review plan. Once you have that date locked in, you can count backward and figure out how many weeks you have, which subjects to prioritize first, and when to schedule your mock exams.

Important reminder: PRC occasionally moves exam dates due to conflicts, typhoons, or other circumstances. Always verify the current schedule directly at www.prc.gov.ph/exam-schedules-menu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="text-yellow-400 hover:text-yellow-300 underline underline-offset-2">prc.gov.ph before making any bookings or travel arrangements.

2026 PRC Board Exam Schedule by Profession

Nursing (Philippine Nurse Licensure Examination)

The PNLE is conducted twice a year, typically in February and August.

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For your complete PNLE study guide and free reviewers, read How to Pass the NLE on Your First Take.

Criminology (Criminologist Licensure Examination)

The CLE is also conducted twice a year, in February and August.

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For your complete CLE study guide and free reviewers, read How to Pass the Criminology Board Exam.

Education (Licensure Examination for Teachers)

The LET is conducted twice a year, in March and September.

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Note: LET results take significantly longer than other PRC boards due to the volume of examinees. Do not be alarmed if results are released 2 to 3 months after the exam.

Pharmacy (Pharmacy Licensure Examination)

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Medical Technology (Medical Technologist Licensure Examination)

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Agriculture (Agriculture Licensure Examination)

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How to Find the Official Schedule for Your Profession

The complete PRC schedule covering all 46 regulated professions is published at prc.gov.ph/exam-schedules-menu.

Here is how to navigate it:

The schedule PDF lists all exam dates, application deadlines, and testing center locations for every PRC-regulated profession that year.

How to Use Your Exam Date to Build a Study Plan

Once you know your exam date, count backward to figure out your available review time. Here is a simple framework based on how far away your exam is.

More than 4 months away: You have enough time for a full structured review. Follow a 12 to 16 week plan that covers all subjects, includes mock exams, and leaves a rest week before the exam. This is the most comfortable position to be in.

2 to 4 months away: Doable but you need to start immediately. Do a diagnostic test in Week 1 to identify weak areas, skip topics you already know well, and prioritize high-weight subjects. Mock exams every 10 days.

Less than 2 months away: Focused and fast. Pick the 3 to 4 subjects you are weakest in and give them the most time. Daily practice questions. Full mock board every week. Protect your sleep.

Less than 3 weeks away: Stop starting new topics. Review your notes, do short 50-item practice tests daily, and focus on managing your energy and mindset. The material is in your head. Your job now is to stay calm.

Important: Application Deadlines vs Exam Dates

A lot of first-time applicants confuse the application deadline with the exam date. These are two very different dates.

The application period is when you submit your documents and pay your fee through LERIS. This typically closes 4 to 6 weeks before the actual exam.

The exam date is when you physically sit for the board exam.

If you miss the application deadline, you cannot take that cycle's exam regardless of how ready you are. You will have to wait for the next cycle, usually 6 months away.

Set a reminder at least 2 months before your target exam so you have time to gather documents and submit your application comfortably before the deadline.

For a complete walkthrough of the application process, read our LERIS application guide.

What Happens If PRC Changes the Schedule?

It happens. Typhoons, public health events, or administrative reasons can cause PRC to reschedule an exam with relatively short notice. Here is how to stay informed:

Follow the official PRC Facebook page at facebook.com/PRCPhilippines for real-time announcements.

Check your email regularly after submitting your application. PRC sends notifications to the email address on your LERIS account.

Check prc.gov.ph directly, especially in the 2 weeks leading up to your exam.

If PRC reschedules your exam, your application, payment, and Notice of Admission remain valid for the rescheduled date. You do not need to reapply or pay again.

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