Results are out for the Midwives Licensure Examination April 2026. PRC confirmed [PASSERS] out of [TAKERS] passed, a [RATE]% passing rate across 18 testing centers nationwide. If you passed, congratulations. If you didn’t, this post has your next steps too. For all PRC board exam results and updates, WisePH covers every licensure cycle.
Midwives Licensure Examination April 2026: official results
PRC released the Midwives Licensure Examination April 2026 results on April 20, 2026, within three to five working days after the April 14-15 exam dates.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam dates | April 14-15, 2026 |
| Results released | April 20, 2026 |
| Passers | [PASSERS] out of [TAKERS] ([RATE]%) |
| Testing centers | 18 centers nationwide |
| Board chairman | Melchor C. Dela Cruz, Jr. |
| PRB Secretariat Chief | Atty. Lovelika T. Bautista |
April 2026 midwifery board exam passers list
✅ Official passers list: released April 20, 2026
[PASSERS] out of [TAKERS] passed the Midwives Licensure Examination April 2026.
April 2026 midwifery board exam topnotchers and top performing schools
✅ Top 10 placers and top performing schools: out now
PRC published the top 10 examinees and top performing schools for the Midwives Licensure Examination April 2026 on April 20, 2026.
What the midwifery board exam covers (and the subject that trips the most people)
The Midwives Licensure Examination runs across two days and five main subjects. To pass, you need a 70% general weighted average, with no single subject falling below 50%.
| Subject | Day | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Obstetrics | Day 1 | 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM (2 hours) |
| Fundamentals of Health Care | Day 1 | 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (2 hours) |
| Infant Care and Feeding | Day 1 | 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM (2 hours) |
| Primary Health Care | Day 2 | 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM (2 hours) |
| Professional Growth and Development | Day 2 | 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (2 hours) |
Eight additional subjects run as integrated topics across both days: Fundamentals of Sociology, Principles of Bacteriology, General Anatomy and Physiology, General Psychology, Nutrition, Parasitology, Microbiology, and Pharmacology. They have no standalone sessions. Questions from any of them can appear inside any of the five main subjects. Skipping them in your review is one of the most common reasons people fail a subject by a narrow margin.
The scenario-based trap most review centers skip
Most MLE review materials push straightforward recall: definitions, classifications, normal values. The exam tests something different. Primary Health Care and Obstetrics draw heavily from RA 7392’s expanded midwife functions: suturing, IV insertion, internal examination, normal deliveries. If your review was heavy on theory and light on applied clinical scenarios, Day 2 shows that gap fast.
Examinees who failed by narrow margins consistently say Obstetrics and Primary Health Care felt more like case studies than recall items. Historical passing rates hover around 50 to 60 percent. That number tells you this is not a memorization-only exam, regardless of what review centers advertise about “100% coverage.”
You passed: 3 steps you must not skip
Passing the Midwives Licensure Examination does not make you a licensed RM yet. You need oath-taking, initial PRC registration, and IMAP membership before you can legally practice or qualify for most positions.
| Step | What it involves | Cost of skipping |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Oath-taking | Register via LERIS, attend PRC mass oath-taking ceremony | No COR or PRC ID without it |
| 2. Initial registration | Personal appearance at PRC, P1,050 fee | Not officially a registered RM without it |
| 3. IMAP registration | Go to your local IMAP chapter; P2,900 fee covers IMAP ID and first-year membership | No Certificate of Good Standing; blocks PhilHealth accreditation and most government positions |
Watch the official PRC Facebook page starting April 20. PRC posts the oath-taking schedule and LERIS registration window within days of results. That window closes fast. Check daily.
For a full breakdown of the April 2026 exam subjects and requirements, see the Midwives Licensure Examination April 2026 schedule and exam guide.
Why IMAP registration is not optional
IMAP (Integrated Midwives Association of the Philippines) is the only PRC-accredited professional organization for registered midwives. Membership is expected under the Midwifery Law and PRC rules. The P2,900 initial fee covers your oath-taking participation, IMAP ID, and first-year dues. Annual dues after that are only P500.
The Certificate of Good Standing from IMAP is a hard requirement for PhilHealth accreditation and most government health positions. New RMs who skip IMAP registration find this out three to six months later when deployment or PhilHealth paperwork stalls. Go to your local IMAP chapter within the first month. Don’t wait for a convenient time that never comes.
The IMAP, DOH, and PhilHealth moves most new RMs miss in year one
Most results pages stop at “congratulations, future RM.” That’s where this post starts. Passing the board is the milestone everyone celebrates. The first 12 months after results determine your income, your options, and your trajectory.
Months 1-3: IMAP registration and DOH deployment
As soon as you have your PRC ID and IMAP membership, apply for the DOH Human Resources for Health (HRH) Deployment Program. Submit your application to your DOH Regional Office or Provincial Health Office. Requirements typically include your Personal Data Sheet, PRC license, and Transcript of Records. DOH deploys midwives contractually to Rural Health Units, Barangay Health Stations, and geographically isolated areas. Pay is government rate plus allowances, and many RMs get absorbed into LGU plantilla positions after one to two years.
New midwives who hold out for hospital-only positions often stay jobless for months. Deployment gives you steady income and, specifically, the documented deliveries you will need for PhilHealth accreditation.
Months 4-9: Build your deliveries and complete required trainings
PhilHealth accreditation requires at least 25 documented deliveries in the past 12 months, plus certificates in perineal suturing, internal examination, IV insertion, and family planning. DOH deployment at an RHU is the fastest supervised way to accumulate those deliveries. In parallel, attend the BEmONC (Basic Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care) training as early as possible. Many deployments sponsor this for free. Furthermore, BEmONC certification strengthens your application for better postings and private clinic positions later on.
Months 6-12: Apply for PhilHealth accreditation
Once your deliveries and training certificates are in order, file for PhilHealth accreditation as a Midwife Provider under the Maternity Care Package. Key requirements from PhilHealth Form M-AF-2: updated PRC license, IMAP Certificate of Good Standing, proof of 25 deliveries (birth certificates), training certificates, a signed MOA with a partner OB-Gyne and Pediatrician, your TIN, and a P500 filing fee.
Accredited midwives can claim the Maternity Care Package and Newborn Care Package. For those in private practice or lying-in clinics, that accreditation is the difference between sustainable income and none. Your OB-Gyne partner network starts forming now, not after your first delivery. Many of the physicians who took their own boards in early 2026 are fresh licensees alongside you. The Physicians Licensure Examination March 2026 results show who passed recently. Your future OB partner could be on that list.
Register as a professional taxpayer from day one
If you plan any independent or domiciliary practice, register with BIR (TIN and ITR), SSS, and PhilHealth as self-employed or professional. For domiciliary practice, also secure your barangay captain certification as an Independent Domiciliary Obstetrical Practitioner. Knowing how to file your 2026 annual income tax return as a professional is one of the first compliance steps most fresh RMs miss entirely.
Start an MP2 savings account with your first government paycheck too. Your clinical experience compounds over time. Your money should too. Start CPD units right away as well. License renewal is every three years, and IMAP and DOH offer many free or low-cost seminars for members. Building that record from Month 1 means you never scramble before your renewal deadline.
What to do if you failed the April 2026 midwives board exam
The next Midwives Licensure Examination is November 7-8, 2026. There is no mandatory waiting period. File via LERIS as soon as the application window opens.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Next MLE exam dates | November 7-8, 2026 |
| Filing schedule | Check LERIS at leris.prc.gov.ph for the updated application window |
| Filing platform | Online via LERIS; print your NOA after approval |
| Requirements (repeater) | Typically NBI Clearance and Good Moral Certificates only; verify the complete list on LERIS |
Download your PRC rating slip immediately after results drop. It shows your exact score per subject. Use that number, not gut feeling, to build your retake plan. If Primary Health Care or Obstetrics failed, add scenario-based case study practice. Generic theory reviewers alone will not close that gap. If Professional Growth and Development failed, focus specifically on RA 7392’s legal provisions, ethics frameworks, and the expanded functions of a registered midwife. Six months is enough time for November 2026, but only if you start with a specific target instead of a general review.
Frequently asked questions about the Midwives Licensure Examination April 2026
When are the Midwives Licensure Examination April 2026 results released?
PRC released the results on April 20, 2026, within three to five working days after the April 14-15 exam dates. Check prc.gov.ph or the official PRC Facebook page for the announcement and downloadable PDF.
How do I check the April 2026 midwifery board exam passers list?
Go to prc.gov.ph and look for “List of Passers” under Licensure Examination, then Midwife. You can also download the official PDF from the verified PRC Facebook page at the same time it goes live on the website.
What is the passing rate for the Midwives Licensure Examination April 2026?
[Update with actual data on April 20, 2026.] Historical passing rates for the midwifery board exam typically range from 50 to 60 percent. The April 2026 exam was administered across 18 testing centers nationwide.
What are the next steps after passing the midwives board exam?
Register for the PRC oath-taking ceremony via LERIS right after results drop. Complete your initial registration at PRC (P1,050 fee, personal appearance required). Then register with IMAP at your local chapter (P2,900 initial fee; P500 annual dues after). All three steps are required before you can legally practice or qualify for most government and PhilHealth-related positions.
When is the next midwives board exam if I need to retake?
The next Midwives Licensure Examination is November 7-8, 2026. There is no mandatory waiting period. File via LERIS as soon as the application window opens. Download your PRC rating slip right away to see your exact scores per subject and target your weakest area for the retake.
Every other site posts the names and moves on. This post gives you the full picture: the passers list, the scenario-based traps in Primary Health Care and Obstetrics, the three post-passing steps every new RM needs, the IMAP and DOH and PhilHealth roadmap most fresh licensees miss, and your retake plan for November 2026. The Civil Engineers Licensure Exam March 2026 results are also out this season. Similarly, teachers can check the PRC LET Result March 2026 for the full passers list. For all PRC board exam results and updates, WisePH covers every licensure cycle.
