The passers list, top 10 placers, and school performance PDFs for the latest PhLE are all linked in the results box below. If you passed, three mandatory steps come before you can legally practice as a registered pharmacist. If you didn’t, the retake plan is further down this page.
This is your permanent reference for the Pharmacists Licensure Examination. No new page each cycle. The latest results stay at the top, and the archive below grows every batch.
For all PRC board exam results and schedules, WisePH tracks every licensure cycle throughout the year.
Latest results: October 2026 PhLE
PRC released the October 2026 PhLE results on October 21, 2026, three working days after the last exam day. That matches the speed of the April release. Testing took place in NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao and Zamboanga. The passing rate was 77.47%: 3,830 passers out of 4,944 examinees. PRC withheld the results of 10 examinees pending review of their cases.
The Board of Pharmacy gave the exam: Hon. Alicia P. Catabay, Acting Chairperson; Hon. Mildred B. Oliveros and Hon. Anthony Aldrin C. Santiago, Members. Online registration for the PRC ID and certificate of registration starts November 24, 2026. The oath-taking date will be announced later.
✅ Official results: released October 21, 2026
3,830 of 4,944 passed (77.47%).
How the latest batch compares
Compared with April 2026, the passing rate went up 20.21 points. The average across these five batches is 70.50%, so this batch is above average. 3,049 more examinees took this batch than April.
PhLE topnotchers and top performing schools
PRC publishes the top 10 highest placers and performance of schools on the same day as the passers list. Also, both PDFs are in the button group above. Specifically, the topnotchers list shows each placer’s name, school, and subject-by-subject ratings.
What the pharmacists licensure exam covers
The PhLE runs over two days and covers six subjects. To pass, you need a general weighted average of at least 75%, with no single subject falling below 50%. The 75% GWA threshold is stricter than most other licensure exams, so every subject matters more than it might on a 70% standard.
| Subject | Day | Time | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmaceutical Chemistry | Day 1 | 8:00 to 10:00 AM | 20% |
| Pharmacognosy/Biochemistry | Day 1 | 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM | 15% |
| Practice of Pharmacy | Day 1 | 1:30 to 3:30 PM | 17.5% |
| Pharmacology-Pharmacokinetics | Day 2 | 8:00 to 9:30 AM | 15% |
| Pharmaceutics | Day 2 | 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM | 17.5% |
| Quality Control/Quality Assurance | Day 2 | 1:30 to 3:30 PM | 15% |
The subject most examinees underestimate
Pharmaceutical Chemistry carries the highest single weight at 20%. It covers inorganic, organic, and analytical chemistry as applied to drug substances and formulation. Most examinees pour review hours into clinical and pharmacology subjects and treat Chemistry as a last-minute sweep. That is the wrong order.
Practice of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutics each carry 17.5%. Together, those three subjects account for 55% of your total grade. So if review time is limited, those three deserve most of it. Pharmacology-Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacognosy/Biochemistry, and QC/QA each carry 15%, meaning no single one of them can compensate for a weak score in the heavier trio.
Next PhLE: exam schedule
PRC holds the Pharmacists Licensure Examination twice a year, and the dates of the next exam appear here as soon as PRC publishes its schedule. Check leris.prc.gov.ph for the filing schedule and application window. There is no mandatory waiting period for retakers.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| How to apply | Online via LERIS (leris.prc.gov.ph) |
| Requirements (retaker) | NBI Clearance and Good Moral Certificate; verify full list on LERIS |
| Application fee | Check LERIS for current amount |
How to check your PhLE results safely
PRC posts official results at prc.gov.ph. That is the only source to trust. Results appear as a downloadable PDF, not a searchable online database. Search your name inside the PDF after downloading it.
Fake-results pages flood social media within minutes of every major board exam announcement. They mimic PRC’s design and ask for your reference number or personal details. In fact, PRC never requests payment or a log-in to view the passers list. The official PDF is free and public. If any site asks for money to “check your name,” it is a scam.
You passed: 3 steps you must not skip
Passing the PhLE does not make you a licensed pharmacist yet. Under RA 10918 (Philippine Pharmacy Act), oath-taking, initial PRC registration, and PPhA membership all have to happen before you can legally practice or use the RPh designation.
| Step | What it involves | Cost of skipping |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Oath-taking | Register via LERIS, attend PRC mass oath-taking ceremony | No COR or PRC ID |
| 2. Initial registration | Personal appearance at PRC, P1,050 fee | Not officially a registered pharmacist |
| 3. PPhA membership | Join the Philippine Pharmacists Association at your local chapter | Cannot use RPh title; blocks hospital credentialing and most pharmacy employment requirements |
Online registration for the PRC ID and certificate of registration starts November 24, 2026. Registration for your Professional Identification Card and Certificate of Registration is online at prc.gov.ph. You still need to appear in person for oath-taking. In addition, bring the following: downloaded Oath Form (Panunumpa ng Propesyonal), Notice of Admission, two passport-sized photos (colored, white background, complete name tag), two sets of documentary stamps, and one short brown envelope.
Why PPhA membership is required, not optional
The Philippine Pharmacists Association (PPhA) is the primary PRC-accredited professional organization for registered pharmacists. Under PRC rules, membership is required for both initial license registration and every three-year renewal. Also, you cannot use the RPh designation on any professional document without it.
PPhA chapter fees vary by region, but initiation typically covers your first year of dues and a membership ID. Go within the first month after oath-taking. Delaying it means delaying your CPD compliance record, which matters at your first renewal in three years.
The year-one setup moves most new pharmacists miss
The first year after your PRC ID sets your practice track, your CPD record, and your standing when the first renewal comes due. As a result, most new pharmacists who skip the administrative side deal with it under a deadline when hospital credentialing or PDEA registration comes up later.
Months 1-3: PPhA and PDEA registration
After oath-taking and initial registration, join PPhA right away. Most hospital pharmacy departments and chain drugstore HR teams require PPhA membership before processing your employment documents. If you plan to work in a community pharmacy or drugstore, PDEA registration comes next.
Pharmacists who dispense or handle controlled dangerous substances (CDS) need a Certificate of Registration from the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency under RA 9165. PDEA registration requires your PRC ID, PPhA membership, and the pharmacy’s own PDEA license. Without it, you cannot legally dispense Schedule 1 through 5 drugs, which covers most of what community pharmacies carry daily.
Months 4-9: hospital credentialing or industry track
Hospital pharmacy positions require credentialing with the institution’s medical staff office. Requirements typically include your PRC ID, PPhA membership, a drug test clearance, and an NBI clearance. For those entering pharmaceutical manufacturing or the FDA track, RA 9711 requires licensed pharmacist supervision for drug manufacturing, distribution, and QC operations. So the FDA route needs your PRC license active and your PPhA membership current from the start.
Meanwhile, build your CPD record from month one. You need 45 CPD units per three-year renewal cycle under PRC Memorandum Order 2020-02. PPhA seminars, hospital CME programs, and industry training events all count.
Months 6-12: financial setup alongside your practice
Open a Pag-IBIG MP2 savings account with your first paycheck. Pharmacist starting salaries in hospitals and community chains are stable but modest, particularly in provincial settings. A compounding savings account builds a buffer alongside your starting salary.
Register with BIR if you plan any independent consultancy or compounding work. File BIR Form 1901, get official receipts, and register your professional activity. Community pharmacy owners also need to comply with FDA License to Operate (LTO) requirements for the pharmacy establishment itself, which is a separate process from your individual PRC license.
What to do if you failed the PhLE
Download your PRC rating slip as soon as results drop. Specifically, it shows your exact score per subject. So use that number, not gut feeling, to plan your retake.
If Pharmaceutical Chemistry failed, the gap is almost always applied analytical and organic chemistry problems, not missed content. Generic reviewers that focus on memorization will not close that gap. Add applied problem sets to your schedule: titrimetric analysis, dosage form calculations, and drug structure-property relationships. If Practice of Pharmacy or Pharmaceutics fell below 50%, work through RA 10918 (Philippine Pharmacy Act) provisions, compounding standards under the Philippine National Drug Formulary, and Good Pharmacy Practice guidelines. Similarly, if Pharmacology-Pharmacokinetics failed, add drug-drug interaction case studies and PK calculation drills alongside your standard reviewer.
Then log in at prc.gov.ph and go to your LERIS dashboard to download your rating slip.
Pharmacists board exam results archive
This table grows with every PhLE batch, and the newest batch always appears first.
PDF downloads by batch
October 2026
April 2026
November 2025
June 2025 (special)
April 2025
November 2024
April 2024
Frequently asked questions about the pharmacists board exam
When were the October 2026 PhLE results released?
PRC released the October 2026 PhLE results on October 21, 2026. 3,830 out of 4,944 passed (77.47%). That was three working days after the last exam day.What is the passing rate for the Pharmacists Licensure Examination?
The passing rate of every batch is in the results archive above. The passing requirement is a 75% general weighted average, with no subject falling below 50%. However, that 75% threshold is stricter than the 70% standard used in most other PRC exams.
What subjects are covered in the Pharmacists Licensure Examination?
The PhLE covers six subjects over two days. Day 1 includes Pharmaceutical Chemistry (20%), Pharmacognosy/Biochemistry (15%), and Practice of Pharmacy (17.5%). Day 2 covers Pharmacology-Pharmacokinetics (15%), Pharmaceutics (17.5%), and Quality Control/QA (15%). Specifically, Pharmaceutical Chemistry carries the highest single weight at 20%.
What are the next steps after passing the pharmacists board exam?
Complete three steps under RA 10918: register for the PRC oath-taking ceremony via LERIS, complete initial registration at PRC in person (P1,050 fee, personal appearance required), and join a PRC-accredited professional organization such as PPhA. In addition, register with PDEA if your role involves handling controlled dangerous substances. All three PRC steps are required before you can legally practice or use the RPh title.
When is the next pharmacists board exam?
PRC holds the PhLE twice a year, and this page shows the next exam dates as soon as PRC publishes its schedule. Check leris.prc.gov.ph for updates. There is no mandatory waiting period, and retakers typically only need an NBI Clearance and Good Moral Certificate to refile.
For other board exam results this cycle, the Physicians licensure exam results and Midwives board exam results are also updated on this site. For all PRC board exam results and schedules, WisePH covers every licensure cycle.
