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The November 2026 Chemical Engineers results have not been released yet. The exam is scheduled for November 14 to 16, 2026. PRC's target release date is November 18, 2026.
I left chemical engineering in second year
I studied chemical engineering for two years. Then I moved to IT and finished that course instead. My writing and my business came later.
So I never reviewed for the ChemE board exam, and I can’t tell you how results night feels. What I can tell you about is the time before the board, when it still feels far away.
Those two years were full of chemistry and calculus. We also had lab classes, which meant longer days and more reports.
No class made me want to stay. No single subject pushed me out, either. The workload was heavy from day one. And I could see it would stay heavy until the end.
What we all believed
Back then, I thought the license just came at the end of the course. Most of us thought so. My classmates who stayed talked about the board as the thing you do after graduation. Parents said it more simply: finish school, pass the board, and you are set.
But nobody asked which jobs need a PRC license. Nobody asked which jobs only need what you learned in school, either.
I shifted for practical reasons. Chemical engineering was a longer road to a license I was no longer sure I wanted. IT was a course I could finish sooner and use right away. It is also a field where a list of Linux commands counts for more than a PRC card.
At home, my family asked if I was sure. I said yes. That was it.
Does the work you want need a ChemE license?
It depends on the work. The Chemical Engineering Law of 2004 (Republic Act No. 9297) draws the line. It says only registered chemical engineers may do chemical engineering work.
But the law only counts certain work, mostly work done for industrial plants, or factories. Some work is left out on purpose.
What happens if you practice without one
Doing this work without a valid PRC license and ID is a crime under Section 27. Section 34 sets the penalty: a fine of ₱10,000 to ₱1,000,000, jail time of six months to five years, or both. Our guide on what a PRC license covers explains the license card itself.
What I would tell a second-year student
Decide based on the license, not on the semester you are trying to survive. Do you want the plant work listed above? Then stay, and treat the board as a separate step after you graduate.
If you don’t want that work, leaving before the board is a practical choice. You don’t owe the course the remaining years if your goal no longer needs the exam.
Latest results: May 2026 Chemical Engineers
On May 25, 2026, one working day after the last exam day, PRC posted the May 2026 Chemical Engineers results. Examinees took the test in NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pampanga, Rosales and Tuguegarao. Out of 728 takers, 565 passed. That is a 77.61% passing rate.
The Board of Chemical Engineering gave the exam: Engr. Maricris C. Vines, Chairperson; Engr. Cezar S. de la Cruz and Engr. Shirlyn B. Chua-Reyes, Members. PRC opens online registration for new May 2026 passers on July 1, 2026.
How the latest ChemE results compare
The passing rate was down 1.40 points from November 2025. The average across these five batches is 74.66%, so this batch is above average. A year earlier, May 2025 posted 75.34%. 182 fewer examinees took this batch than November.
More takers pass now than in 2024. In May 2024, 640 out of 928 passed. In November 2024, 688 out of 951 passed.
Then, in May 2025, PRC’s results started calling it a computer-based exam. Since then, about 3 out of 4 takers have passed each time: 602 of 799 in May 2025, 719 of 910 in November 2025, and 565 of 728 in May 2026.
My own reading is simple. Most of the sorting happens before the board. The pass rate only counts people who finished the course. Students who left in second or third year, like me, are not in it.
So the high pass rate helps students who already chose to stay. But it is not a reason to stay. Base your choice on what the job needs.
Who can take the ChemE board exam?
Section 16 of RA 9297 lists four requirements:
- First, you must be a Filipino citizen.
- You also need good moral character.
- Next, you must finish a BS in Chemical Engineering (or an equal course). The school must be recognized by the government.
- Lastly, no court has found you guilty of a crime involving moral turpitude. This means a crime that shows dishonesty or bad character.
Remember: finishing the course only lets you take the exam. You become a registered chemical engineer only after you pass.
What does the chemical engineering licensure exam cover?
The law says the exam must cover three areas. The Chemical Engineering part must count for at least 40% of the score. PRC’s May 2026 exam followed this rule, with one area per day:
- Physical and Chemical Principles (day 1, 30%): chemistry for engineers, plus analytical, organic, and physical chemistry, materials, and the environment.
- Chemical Engineering Principles (day 2, 40%): the core ChemE subjects, like thermodynamics, heat and mass transfer, separation processes, chemical reactions, and plant design.
- General Engineering (day 3, 30%): math, like calculus and differential equations. It also covers economics, management, mechanics, process control, safety, waste management, and the laws and ethics for chemical engineers.
On all three days, takers could also use Perry’s Handbook and an updated periodic table. (Perry’s is a big reference book for chemical engineers.) Day 1 is the chemistry I remember most from my two years. So the early subjects follow you all the way to the board.
Next ChemE board exam schedule
The law requires two exams every year (Section 14). Since 2024, PRC has held them in May and November. In 2023, the second exam was in October. For 2026, the second exam is set for November 14 to 16, on computers.
This part of the page only shows a new date after PRC announces it. That way, you never see an old date by mistake.
How is the ChemE board exam scored?
To pass, you need an average of at least 70%, with no subject below 50% (Section 19). Some other boards let you retake only the subjects you failed. The ChemE law has no such rule. So if you miss the mark, you apply for a later exam.
The law also sets a time limit for results. The Board has 20 days to check the exams. After that, PRC has up to 30 more days to release the ratings.
Today, results come much faster. In May and November 2025, PRC released them on the last exam day. In May 2026, it took one working day.
After you pass
PRC opens online registration for new May 2026 passers on July 1, 2026. You register online on PRC’s website. Then you sign the Roster of Registered Professionals in person, which is PRC’s official list of licensed professionals.
After that, two rules apply to your work. First, you get a seal, or stamp, that says “Registered Chemical Engineer” (Section 20). You stamp it on the plans, specifications, and reports you sign. Second, you must write your license number and PRC ID details on those papers (Section 32). Your Privilege Tax Receipt (PTR) number goes there too.
Next, prepare your papers for your first job: your SSS number, your Pag-IBIG MID number, and your PhilHealth registration. Under the First Time Jobseekers Assistance Act, first-time job seekers can get many government papers for free, one time only. These include NBI and police clearances. However, this law does not cover PRC exam fees (Section 8).
If your name is not on the list
Not seeing your name is just a result. Check your rating against the rule above. Then plan for the next exam.
The law has no deadline after graduation. And since PRC holds the exam twice a year, your next chance is usually about six months away.
Chemical engineer board exam results archive
This list shows every regular and special exam since May 2024, newest first, with PRC’s own PDFs. Special exams are small exams that PRC holds abroad. PRC also posts these results on the official PRC website.
PDF downloads by batch
May 2026
November 2025
June 2025 (special)
May 2025
November 2024
June 2024 (special)
May 2024
See every PRC exam, its latest pass rate and release date on our PRC board exam results page.
Frequently asked questions about the ChemE board exam
When will the November 2026 Chemical Engineers results be released?
The November 2026 Chemical Engineers exam is scheduled for November 14 to 16, 2026. PRC's target release date is November 18, 2026. This page shows the official results and passers list as soon as PRC posts them.Do I need a ChemE license for my job?
It depends on the work. Under RA 9297, only registered chemical engineers may do chemical engineering work for industrial plants. This includes planning, designing, supervising installation, and running the plant. Teaching ChemE subjects counts too. Plant plans sent to government offices also need a registered chemical engineer’s signature and seal. The law leaves out chemical testing (analysis) and running a chemical laboratory.
Who can take the chemical engineer board exam?
Section 16 of RA 9297 lists four rules. You must be a Filipino citizen with good moral character. A BS in Chemical Engineering (or an equal course) from a school the government recognizes is also required. Lastly, no court may have found you guilty of a crime involving moral turpitude. This means a crime that shows dishonesty or bad character.
What is the passing score for the ChemE board exam?
You need an average of at least 70%, with no subject below 50%. This is Section 19 of RA 9297. There is no rule for retaking only the subjects you failed. If you miss the mark, you apply for a later exam.
Is the ChemE board exam computer-based?
Yes. Since May 2025, PRC’s results announcements call it a computer-based exam. PRC’s 2026 schedule also lists both 2026 exams as computer-based.
Can I take the ChemE board exam years after graduating?
Yes. RA 9297 sets no deadline after graduation. You just need to meet the four requirements when you apply.
When is the next ChemE board exam?
The law requires two exams a year. Since 2024, PRC has held them in May and November. The next date appears on this page once PRC announces it.
Check the requirement first
Check if the job you want really needs the ChemE license. If it doesn’t, leaving before the board is a practical choice, just like it was for me. If it does, the early subjects are the filter you are already in. Also remember that the high pass rate in these chemical engineer board exam results only counts those who finish.
For other engineering boards, see our civil engineer board exam results, mechanical engineer board exam results, electrical engineer board exam results, and electronics engineer board exam results. Every exam we track is on our PRC board exam results page.
