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Over 4,100 physicians pass October 2026 licensure exam in Philippines
The Professional Regulation Commission announced that 4,165 out of 4,447 examinees successfully passed the October 2026 Physicians Licensure Examination, marking a pass rate of approximately 93.7 percent.
LSN Philippines ·
MANILA — The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) has released results from the October 2026 Physicians Licensure Examination, with the majority of test-takers earning their credentials to practice medicine in the Philippines.
The examination saw strong performance overall, with 4,165 successful candidates emerging from a total of 4,447 examinees who sat for the test. The pass rate reflects consistent performance among medical graduates seeking licensure in the country.
The PRC, which administers professional licensing examinations across various fields in the Philippines, oversees the rigorous assessment process designed to ensure that physicians meet the necessary standards of competence and knowledge required for medical practice.
Among the successful examinees were top performers who achieved exceptional scores in the examination. The complete roster of passers has been made available by the PRC for verification and official record purposes.
The results provide qualified physicians with the credentials necessary to practice medicine throughout the Philippines and represent a significant milestone in their professional careers.