Updated October 15, 2026 (Philippine time). The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) has released the results of the October 2026 Physician Licensure Examination (PLE). A total of 4,165 out of 4,447 examinees (93.66%) passed. Results came out on Thursday, October 15, 2026, one day ahead of the October 16 target in PRC Resolution No. 2113 (2026 schedule). See the full passers list, topnotchers, and school performance on our October 2026 Physician Board Exam Results page.
2026 Physician Licensure Examination Schedule
Dates below are from PRC’s official 2026 Schedule of Licensure Examinations (Resolution No. 2113). The 2027 schedule has not yet been published on prc.gov.ph as of this update; next PLE dates (typically March and October) will be added here as soon as PRC releases them.
| Exam | Exam dates | Filing opens | Filing deadline | Target / actual results | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 2026 PLE | March 23, 24, 30 and 31, 2026 | December 23, 2025 | February 23, 2026 | April 8, 2026 (released) | Completed |
| October 2026 PLE | October 3, 4, 10 and 11, 2026 | July 3, 2026 | September 3, 2026 | Target Oct 16; released Oct 15, 2026 | Results out — view results |
| Next PLE (2027) | Awaiting PRC 2027 schedule | TBA | TBA | TBA | Watch PRC downloads / this page |
October 2026 testing centers (PRC): NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, and Zamboanga. Always confirm your room assignment and Notice of Admission on prc.gov.ph and LERIS.
Registration for October 2026 Passers
Initial registration for new licensed physicians (Professional Identification Card and Certificate of Registration) is scheduled to start on December 1, 2026, through PRC Online Services (LERIS). Oath-taking schedules will be announced by PRC. Typical requirements include:
- Notice of Admission (NOA) for identification
- Downloaded and duly accomplished Oath Form (Panunumpa ng Propesyonal)
- Two (2) passport-sized colored ID photos on a white background with complete name tag
- Two (2) sets of documentary stamps
- One (1) short brown envelope
Follow PRC’s official instructions when the appointment window opens. Successful examinees personally sign the Roster of Registered Professionals as directed by PRC.
How to Apply for the Next PLE
Applications are filed online through PRC’s Licensure Examination and Registration Information System (LERIS) at online.prc.gov.ph. Steps are generally:
- Create or log in to your PRC LERIS account.
- Select the Physician Licensure Examination and preferred exam / testing center when the filing window opens.
- Upload required documents and pay the examination fee via the channels PRC lists at filing time.
- Print your Application Form / Notice of Admission once approved, and check room assignments before exam day.
Documentary requirements for MD graduates (degree, TOR, birth certificate, photos, cedula, etc.) and any special conditions are set by the Professional Regulatory Board of Medicine and PRC; always use the latest checklist on prc.gov.ph before paying.
Physician Licensure Exam Coverage (Subjects)
The PLE is administered over four days and typically covers the following major areas (confirm the current table of specifications with PRC before each exam):
- Biochemistry; Anatomy and Histology; Microbiology; Physiology
- Legal Medicine, Ethics and Medical Jurisprudence
- Pathology; Pharmacology and Therapeutics
- Surgery, Ophthalmology, Otolaryngology and Anesthesiology
- Medicine and Obstetrics & Gynecology; Pediatrics and Nutrition; Preventive Medicine
Fees and Useful Links
Examination and registration fees are set by PRC and may change. Check the payment options inside LERIS and PRC’s schedule of fees page before filing. Useful links:
- PRC Schedule of Examinations
- PRC Online Services (LERIS)
- October 2026 PLE Results (passers, topnotchers, schools)
- March–April 2025 PLE Results Archive
Sources: PRC Resolution No. 2113 (2026 Schedule of Licensure Examinations); prc.gov.ph; October 2026 PLE results announcements. Last updated October 15, 2026, 10:55 PM (Philippine time).
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