PRC LET result March 2026: official release date, how to check, and what to do next

The PRC LET result for March 2026 is official. PRC released the passers list on May 12, 2026, three days ahead of the May 15 deadline. Elementary: 18,376 out of 32,796 passed (56.03%). Secondary: 45,001 out of 61,561 passed (73.10%). For all PRC board exam results and updates, WisePH covers every licensure cycle.

Before you share the list, a quick note: scammers flood social media after every LET release. Some fake pages circulate “revised results” or “additional passers” links even days after the official list drops. Use only the PDFs linked below, all sourced directly from the PRC official release.

March 2026 LET results: key facts

PRC released the March 2026 LET results on May 12, 2026, three days ahead of the May 15 deadline set by PRC Resolution No. 2113 s. 2025.

Specifically, of the 18,376 elementary passers, 15,670 are first-timers and 2,706 are repeaters. For secondary, 39,446 are first-timers and 5,555 are repeaters. The Board for Professional Teachers is composed of Dr. Rosita L. Navarro (Chairperson), Dr. Paz I. Lucido (Vice Chairperson), and Dr. Paraluman R. Giron (Member).

Results for 58 examinees were withheld pending final determination of their liabilities under licensing regulations. Two more were withheld for further verification of submitted documents.

March 2026 LET passers list

How to check your LET results online (and what to avoid)

Check only two places: prc.gov.ph and the verified PRC Facebook page. Everything else is a risk.

Every result cycle, fake Facebook pages posing as “PRC Updates” flood your feed days before the actual release. They share fabricated lists and shortened links. Those links lead to scam sites asking for personal details, “verification fees,” or survey completions. PRC has issued repeated official warnings about this pattern across multiple cycles.

The moment you see “LET results out EARLY; click here,” stop. Close the tab. That is a scam, every single time.

Why the PRC website slows down, and how to get through

When results drop, prc.gov.ph goes slow for 1 to 4 hours. Instead of hammering the main site, go straight to the official PRC Facebook page and download the PDF.

Tens of thousands of examinees hit the server at the exact same moment. PRC has acknowledged this directly in multiple advisories, describing it as “access interruptions and/or system slowdown due to the influx of users.” It happens every cycle without fail.

Here’s what consistently works:

1. Check the official PRC Facebook page first. They post the downloadable PDF at almost the same time the main site goes live. It loads instantly and you can save it to your phone right away.
2. Switch to the mirror domain. PRC sometimes activates online1.prc.gov.ph during heavy traffic. Watch their Facebook page for the official announcement.
3. Use incognito mode and toggle your network. Switch between WiFi and mobile data. Clear your cache as well. This bypasses congestion for most users.
4. Try prcboard.ph or boardexams.ph as a backup. These trusted aggregators pull and host the official PRC PDF within minutes of release. They are lighter and faster than the main site during peak traffic.

In past cycles, examinees who went straight to the PRC Facebook PDF got their results 30 to 60 minutes before the main site stabilized. That is the fastest reliable path.

How many took the March 2026 LET, and what passing rates to expect

PRC confirmed that 94,357 examinees sat the March 2026 LET across 41 testing centers. Specifically, 32,796 took the Elementary level and 61,561 took the Secondary level. For context, the March 2025 batch had 97,035 total takers, so this cycle dipped slightly in volume.

Secondary consistently outperforms Elementary, and March 2026 was no exception:

Overall, both levels improved significantly from March 2025. Elementary jumped nearly 10 points, and Secondary crossed 73%. As a result, these are the strongest rates in recent memory for a March cycle.

Top 10 placers and performance of schools

Philippine Normal University (PNU) Manila, Cebu Normal University, and West Visayas State University consistently produce the most LET passers by volume. In March 2025, PNU-Manila alone posted 390 passers out of 394 Secondary examinees – a 98.98% rate. Cebu Normal and WVSU regularly send 100 to 800+ passers per cycle when they bring large cohorts.

By region, NCR, CALABARZON (Region IV-A), Western Visayas (Region VI), and Central Visayas (Region VII) dominate passer counts. That’s largely because those regions have the highest concentration of teacher education institutions in the country.

The standout from March 2025: Bicol University-Daraga hit 97.12% in Elementary, 101 out of 104 takers. Similarly, Southern Luzon State University-Lucban quietly cracks the top 2 in passing rate rankings almost every cycle. Check the Performance of Schools PDF above for the March 2026 school rankings.

You passed: 3 steps you must not skip

Passing the LET does not make you a licensed teacher yet. Specifically, you still need to complete oath-taking, initial registration, and claim your PIC – in that order – before you can legally teach anywhere in the Philippines.

Many fresh passers either miss the oath-taking schedule entirely or delay registration by months. Both mistakes cost real job opportunities and income.

The oath-taking schedule will be posted on the official PRC Facebook page. Register immediately once it goes live. That window fills up fast. Furthermore, for the Certificate of Registration and PIC, check your testing center’s registration start date in the section below.

To understand what a PRC license actually covers – including your rights as a licensed professional and what happens if you practice without one, read that before your oath-taking date.

PRC registration schedule for March 2026 LET passers

Registration for the Certificate of Registration and Professional ID starts on different dates depending on your testing center. Go on your designated start date or any date after that. However, you cannot walk in before your center’s opening date.

What to bring on registration day

• Notice of Admission (for identification only)
• Downloaded and accomplished Oath Form (Panunumpa ng Propesyonal)
• Two passport-sized photos: colored, white background, with name tag
• Two sets of documentary stamps
• One short brown envelope

Additionally, you must sign the Roster of Registered Professionals in person. No representative can sign for you. Some new passers also explore loans for teachers in the Philippines to cover registration fees, transportation to the PRC office, and initial classroom setup costs before their first paycheck arrives.

The biggest mistake new passers make in the first 72 hours

I’ve seen this repeat in teacher Facebook groups and Reddit threads after every major results release: new passers quit their current jobs the moment they see their name on the list.

That’s the natural reaction. The license still isn’t yours yet, though.

Oath-taking, initial registration, and DepEd application or private school hiring can take 1 to 3 months after results day. As a result, some passers leave stable BPO or call center jobs immediately, only to spend the next two months unemployed, missing bills, or trying to get their old position back at worse terms.

The smartest move: keep your current job until you have the physical PIC in your wallet and a signed employment contract. Celebrate everything. Quit nothing until both are secured.

Additionally, this waiting period is a good time to plan your financial future. Learning how to open an MP2 account now puts you ahead of most new teachers when your first salary arrives. Everyday costs also keep shifting. Keeping track of the latest oil price update in the Philippines helps you budget during the gap before your first paycheck.

What to do if you failed the March 2026 LET

You can file for the September 20, 2026 LET immediately after results drop. There is zero mandatory waiting period, and application opens as early as May 22, 2026; just 7 days after the May 15 results.

Here’s the shortcut most people don’t discover until too late. Per PRC Resolution 2020-1267, repeaters who took the LET from June 2018 onward skip the full document resubmission. That means no TOR, no birth certificate, and none of the first-timer paperwork. You only need your printed online appointment form and your previous Notice of Admission (NOA).

Furthermore, the one preparation change that actually makes a difference: use your official PRC rating sheet. Download it the day results drop. It shows your exact percentage per subject area, General Education, Professional Education, and your specialization. Build your September 2026 study plan around the lowest scores. In past cycles, repeaters who did this jumped 15 to 30 percentage points on their next attempt without adding total study hours.

Frequently asked questions about the March 2026 LET

When were the March 2026 LET results released?

PRC released the March 2026 LET results on May 12, 2026, three days ahead of the May 15 deadline per PRC Resolution No. 2113 s. 2025. The full passers list is available on prc.gov.ph and through the PDF links in this post.

How do I check if I passed the March 2026 LET?

Go to prc.gov.ph and look for the “List of Passers” under “Licensure Examination.” You can also download the official PDFs directly from the links in this post, all sourced from the PRC official release.

What is the passing rate for the March 2026 LET?

PRC confirmed that 18,376 out of 32,796 Elementary takers passed (56.03%) and 45,001 out of 61,561 Secondary takers passed (73.10%). Both levels improved significantly compared to March 2025.

What should I do right after passing the March 2026 LET?

Watch the official PRC Facebook page for the oath-taking schedule. Register immediately, complete initial registration via LERIS, and claim your Professional Identification Card. Registration start dates begin as early as June 8, 2026 depending on your testing center. Do not resign from your current job until you have the PIC and a signed employment contract.

Can I retake the LET immediately if I fail?

Yes. There is no mandatory waiting period. You can file for the September 20, 2026 LET starting May 22, 2026. As a repeater, you only need your appointment form and previous NOA; not a full document resubmission – per PRC Resolution 2020-1267.

The official results are out. This post has everything: the passers PDFs, registration schedule, top 10 placers, post-passing steps, and your retake roadmap if you need one.

For all PRC board exam results and updates, WisePH covers every licensure cycle.