PRC board exam fees: ₱900 for most exams, ₱600 for non-degree exams, ₱450 for removal exams, plus registration fees after you pass and the documents to bring.
Mariano Luiz King
Published October 31, 2026 · Updated November 9, 2026
Most PRC board exams cost ₱900 to take. That's the fee for exams that require a bachelor's degree, like the CPA and engineering boards. This post lists PRC's exam fees, what you pay after passing, and the documents you need, using PRC's own pages as of October 2026.
After reading this, you can budget for your board exam from application to your first license.
PRC's FAQ lists these examination fees:
| Exam type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Requires a bachelor's (baccalaureate) degree | ₱900 |
| Doesn't require a bachelor's degree | ₱600 |
| Conditioned or removal exam | ₱450 |
| Dental Technician and Dental Hygienist | ₱1,000 |
| Ocular Pharmacology | ₱1,500 |
PRC's per-profession requirements page shows the same pattern. For example:
"Conditioned" means you passed some subjects but not all. Removal exams let you retake only the subjects you failed, which is why they cost less.
Always confirm your exact fee in the PRC online portal before paying. It shows the amount for your specific exam.
Passing isn't the last fee. PRC's FAQ lists an initial registration fee plus an annual registration fee:
| Your exam required | Initial registration | Annual fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| A bachelor's degree | ₱600 | ₱450 | ₱1,050 |
| No bachelor's degree | ₱450 | ₱420 | ₱870 |
So for a typical board exam like the CPALE, plan for about ₱1,950: ₱900 to take it and ₱1,050 to register after passing. That's only what PRC charges. Your review materials, travel, and documents are extra.
PRC lists these basic documents for a licensure exam application:
Your Professional Regulatory Board can ask for more. Check your profession on PRC's list of requirements page.
The TOR is usually the slowest. Ask your school's registrar early and say it's for the board exam, so they add the right remark.
You apply through the PRC online portal: create an account, fill in your application, pick an appointment, and pay. Then submit your documents at your chosen PRC office to get your Notice of Admission.
Some repeaters no longer need to file in person, depending on their profession. PRC's requirements page explains the conditions.
The full step-by-step is in how to apply for the PRC board exam online. If you're retaking, see what happens if you fail the board exam.
For when each exam is held and when filing opens, see the PRC board exam schedule.
PRC's FAQ says results come out an average of 3 days after the last exam day. The Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) is the exception: up to 50 working days after the exam.
₱900 is small next to what most people spend on review. Don't let the fee decide your timing. What matters more is filing early, since slots and deadlines are set per exam in PRC's yearly schedule. If you're still planning your review, read how to review for the PRC board exam.
₱900 for most exams that require a bachelor's degree, ₱600 for those that don't, and ₱450 for conditioned or removal exams.
₱900 for the complete exam and ₱450 for conditioned or removal, based on PRC's requirements page.
₱1,050 for professions that require a bachelor's degree (₱600 initial registration plus ₱450 annual fee), based on PRC's FAQ.
PRC says an average of 3 days after the last exam day. LET results take up to 50 working days.
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