April 2026 Electrical Engineers board exam results: REE and RME passers list

PRC targets April 28, 2026 for the April 2026 Electrical Engineers board exam results. The REE exam ran April 21-22, 2026, and the RME on April 23, 2026. Whether you passed, got conditioned, or need to plan a September retake, this post covers what comes next. For all PRC board exam results and updates, WisePH covers every licensure cycle.

April 2026 Electrical Engineers board exam: official results

Testing centers across the Philippines ran the April 2026 REE and RME exams on schedule. PRC typically releases results within three working days of the last exam date, putting the target at April 28, 2026. WisePH will update this table as soon as PRC releases the official figures.

April 2026 REE and RME passers list

For reference, the April 2025 REE saw 4,137 out of 6,741 examinees pass (61.37%), while 668 out of 977 passed the RME. Update the figures and PDF links above once PRC releases the April 28 results.

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What the REE and RME exams cover

The REE is a two-day written exam covering three subjects at specific weights. The RME runs on one day with two subjects, each worth exactly half the total score. Both exams require a 70% general weighted average, and no single subject can fall below 50%.

Many BSEE graduates take both the REE and RME in the same sitting since the exams run on consecutive days. If they pass the RME but not the REE, they still have a license and can work immediately while preparing for a retake. The RME also has a practical ceiling under RA 7920: RMEs handle installations up to 600 volts or 500 kVA. Beyond those limits, an REE or PEE must take direct supervision.

Engineering Sciences: the wildcard that trips most examinees

Most people go into the REE dreading Mathematics and EEPS. They study hard for both. Meanwhile, Engineering Sciences and Allied Subjects catches them completely off guard.

ESAS is the true wildcard. You are sitting for an electrical license, but the subject pulls from chemistry, fluid mechanics, materials science, and computer programming. The scope is so wide that no review plan covers all of it. Within ESAS, the specific topic that costs the most examinees their passing score is Engineering Economics.

The Economics trap works like this: the problems are not difficult in the way circuit analysis is difficult. They rely on reading comprehension. One phrase, “beginning of the year” versus “end of the year,” sends you to a completely different formula and a completely wrong answer. That wrong answer is usually sitting in the multiple-choice options, waiting. Furthermore, the problems are written as long, paragraph-style scenarios. They eat up time, and once you start rushing through the remaining 100 items, everything unravels.

For EEPS specifically, Power System Analysis and fault calculations are the technical gatekeepers. However, because examinees expect EEPS to be hard, they prepare for it. ESAS is where the surprise failures happen. If you are reviewing for September 2026, treat ESAS as your primary subject, not your afterthought.

You passed: 3 steps you must complete before you can legally practice

Passing the board exam does not make you a licensed engineer yet. You need three things in sequence: initial PRC registration, oath-taking, and IIEE membership. Skipping any one of them means you are practicing without a valid license.

Bring the following to your PRC registration appointment: the LERIS-generated Oath Form, your Notice of Admission, two passport-sized photos (white background, with name tag), a current Community Tax Certificate (Cedula), two sets of metered documentary stamps, and a short brown envelope.

Watch the official PRC Facebook page after April 28. PRC posts oath-taking schedules and the LERIS registration window within days of results. That window closes fast, so check daily once results are out.

The “Final Boss”: what is a PEE and when can you apply?

The Professional Electrical Engineer (PEE) is the highest license in the profession. An REE can supervise and manage, but only a PEE can sign and seal electrical plans and specifications. If you want to run your own consultancy or lead major infrastructure projects, PEE is the goal.

The four-year clock starts the moment you take your oath as an REE. Under RA 7920, you need at least four years of active practice before you can apply. In the Philippine Qualifications Framework, the PEE license sits at Level 7, the same level as a Master’s degree. There is no written board exam. Instead, applicants submit a Technical Report and defend it in an oral examination before the Board of Electrical Engineering.

PRC Resolution No. 2163 (s. 2026) schedules the next NCR PEE Oral Examination for December 9-11, 2026. If you are already an REE with four or more years of documented practice, check the full schedule at prc.gov.ph.

IIEE membership: benefits most new engineers ignore

The membership card is your legal ticket to practice. Beyond that, the Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers is your most practical tool for career growth if you actually use it.

Start with the local chapter, not just the national membership. Many electrical engineering jobs in construction and consultancy are never posted online. They go to someone a senior PEE mentioned at last month’s chapter meeting. Show up. That is how your name gets into conversations before you even apply.

CPD units are also cheaper through IIEE than through private providers. You need Continuing Professional Development units to renew your PRC license every three years. IIEE webinars and the national convention can cover a significant portion of those units at a fraction of what private training centers charge.

The IIEE also runs a PEE Mentorship Committee that pairs new REEs with practicing PEEs. Start that relationship in Year 1. You will arrive at your PEE application window with four years of properly formatted Certified Experience Records rather than a folder of gaps and missing signatures. The IIEE’s Oplan Dagitab program, its disaster response wing, is another avenue worth joining. Deploying after typhoons to restore power builds real emergency restoration experience. It also builds a reputation for reliability among peers who will work with you for decades.

On the practical side, members get 20 to 30 percent off the Philippine Electrical Code volumes. Since the PEC is updated every few years and the full set is expensive, that discount adds up. Keep your dues current. You need an active Certificate of Good Standing from the IIEE to renew your PRC license, and clearing a lapsed balance under deadline pressure is a headache you do not need.

You didn’t pass: retake roadmap for September 2026

There is no mandatory waiting period. The next REE exam runs September 5-6, 2026, and the RME on September 7, 2026. You can apply through LERIS once the application window opens, typically about a month before the exam.

Since you already have a LERIS account, the retake process is faster. Select “Repeater” as the application type. In most cases, you do not need to resubmit your PSA Birth Certificate or Transcript of Records because these stay validated in the system. Application fees remain the same: ₱600 for REE and ₱450 for RME.

Under RA 7920, failing three times triggers a mandatory one-year refresher course before the fourth attempt. You must complete it at a recognized CPE provider or engineering school. Many review centers offer repeater packages at a lower rate for second and third-time takers, focusing on problem-solving drills rather than re-teaching theory you already know.

See also: how PRC handled retake procedures for the Midwives Licensure Examination April 2026 results and the Pharmacists Licensure Examination April 2026 results, since the process follows the same LERIS steps across all professions.

The Professional Project Ledger: the mistake that haunts you at year four

Every new passer chases the same three things first: IIEE card, PRC ID, CPD plan. All three are solvable with money and time. The career-ending mistake is different. It cannot be fixed retroactively. Failing to document your work from Day 1 on the job is what hurts you four years later.

To apply for the PEE license, you need a detailed Certified Experience Record (CER) that proves four years of active practice. Four years from now, you will not remember the exact kVA rating of the transformer you installed in July 2026. You will not recall the brand of the switchgear, or how many motor controllers you commissioned on that industrial project. Beyond the PEE application, there is also a legal dimension. If a fire or major equipment failure occurs on a project you handled three years ago, investigators will ask for your logbook and as-built drawings. Without personal copies of testing and commissioning reports and signed change orders, you cannot prove you followed the Philippine Electrical Code.

The fix is a simple digital folder for every project. Save the single-line diagram, the load schedule, and any testing and commissioning reports you signed. Keep a spreadsheet with these columns: project name and location, your specific role, total connected load in kVA and voltage levels, inclusive dates, and the PEE in charge (name and license number, because you will need their signature on your CER later).

Treat your career like a continuous audit from Day 1. A project you did not document is, for the PRC’s purposes, a project that never happened. As a result, the four-year clock counts documented time, not just years on the payroll.

Calculator rules: what is banned and what to bring

The CASIO FX-991ES and FX-991ES Plus are banned by PRC Memorandum Circular No. 2018-01. These models can store user-defined formulas in memory, and they became the primary target for “modding,” where someone swaps the internal circuit board with a more powerful programmable chip while keeping the original casing. Proctors are trained to spot this now, and the risk is not worth it.

Three reliable alternatives for the September 2026 sitting:

• Canon F-789SGA, the most popular choice among engineering board takers. It handles 4×4 matrix calculations, complex numbers, and vector analysis. Buy the transparent-casing version to avoid inspection issues.
• Casio FX-570MS (2nd Edition), accepted at every PRC branch without question. It handles complex numbers and 3×3 matrices. The two-line display is less comfortable than Natural Display models, but proctors never flag it.
• Texas Instruments TI-36X Pro, fully legal and capable. Bring a printout of the PRC Allowed Calculator List since some proctors are less familiar with TI models.

You are limited to one calculator on your desk. Before the exam starts, proctors will ask everyone to perform a Shift + 9 + 3 reset to clear stored data. Bring a spare battery (LR44 or AAA depending on your model) in your transparent plastic bag.

For other April 2026 licensure results, see the Civil Engineers Licensure Exam March 2026 and the Real Estate Brokers Licensure Examination April 2026 results.

Frequently asked questions about the April 2026 Electrical Engineers board exam

When will the April 2026 REE and RME results be released?

PRC targets April 28, 2026 as the release date. The REE exam ran April 21-22, 2026, and the RME on April 23, 2026. Results typically come out within three working days of the last exam date.

What is the passing score for the Electrical Engineers board exam?

You need a general weighted average of 70% or higher, with no single subject falling below 50%. If your average hits 70% but one subject drops below 50%, you are conditioned and must retake only that subject within two years.

What is the difference between REE and RME?

The REE is a two-day exam covering Mathematics, Engineering Sciences, and Electrical Engineering Professional Subjects. The RME is a one-day exam covering Technical Subjects and the Philippine Electrical Code. REEs can supervise complex electrical systems, while RMEs handle installations up to 600 volts or 500 kVA. Many BSEE graduates take both exams in the same sitting as a safety net.

Can I retake the board exam immediately if I fail?

Yes. There is no mandatory waiting period for the first or second retake. The next REE runs September 5-6, 2026, and the RME on September 7, 2026. Failing three times triggers a mandatory one-year refresher course under RA 7920 before a fourth attempt is allowed.

How do I join IIEE after passing the board exam?

Apply at iiee.org.ph or at your local chapter. New board passer membership fees are ₱1,793 for REE and ₱1,493 for RME. IIEE membership is required under RA 7920, and you need an active Certificate of Good Standing to renew your PRC license every three years.