Last updated: November 15, 2026
Quick answer: When is the Architect board exam in January 2027?
PRC’s official program sets the January 2027 Licensure Examination for Architects (ALE, also called LEA) on Tuesday, January 19 and Thursday, January 21, 2027. Day 1 has two theory papers. Day 2 is the 10-hour Architectural Design and Site Planning exam. Check LERIS now for the filing deadline, since filing for the January 2026 exam closed in December 2025.
Planning to take the architecture board exam in January? Here’s the official exam program, who can apply, the passing rule, and how recent batches did.
ALE January 2027: Official Exam Program
| Day and time | Subject | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Tue, Jan 19, 2027, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM | History and Theory of Architecture, Principles of Planning, and Architectural Practice | 30% |
| Tue, Jan 19, 2027, 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Utilities, Structural Conceptualization, and Building Materials and Technology | 30% |
| Thu, Jan 21, 2027, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Architectural Design and Site Planning | 40% |
The design exam on Day 2 carries the biggest weight (40%) and runs for 10 hours. The program also lists the materials you may bring for the design exam, so read PRC’s official program before exam day.
Who Can Take the Architect Board Exam?
Under Republic Act No. 9266 (The Architecture Act of 2004), you must be:
- A Filipino citizen, or a foreign citizen from a country with reciprocity for Filipino architects
- Of good moral character
- A graduate of BS Architecture from a school recognized by CHED
- Able to show at least two years of diversified architectural experience, certified by a registered and licensed architect. A Master’s degree in Architecture can be credited as one year of that experience.
Requirements and Filing
- PSA birth certificate
- PSA marriage certificate (for married female applicants using their married name)
- Transcript of Records with the remark “For Board Examination Purposes”
- Proof of your diversified architectural experience, in the form required by the Board
- Any additional document on your LERIS checklist, plus the exam fee assessed in LERIS
All applications go through PRC’s LERIS system. For reference, filing for the January 2026 exam closed in mid-December 2025, so don’t wait. New to LERIS? Follow our PRC LERIS Online Registration Guide.
The Passing Rule: 70% Average, No Subject Below 50%
Under Section 15 of RA 9266, you pass with a weighted general average of at least 70% and no grade lower than 50% in any subject. Because Design and Site Planning is worth 40%, a strong design paper can lift your average a lot, but a weak one is hard to make up for.
ALE 2026 Schedule and Passing Rates
| Exam | Exam dates | Passers | Examinees | Passing rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 2026 | January 20 and 22, 2026 | 1,998 | 2,434 | 82.09% |
| June 2026 | June 8 and 10, 2026 (Davao: June 22 and 24) | 2,799 | 3,290 | 85.08% |
Both 2026 batches posted passing rates above 80%, the highest in recent years. The June 2026 Davao exam was moved after an earthquake, which pushed that batch’s results to June 26, 2026. The January 2026 results came out on January 27, 2026, about five days after the exam.
What About the Rest of 2027?
The architect exam is held twice a year. In 2026 the second exam was in June, so expect the next one around mid-2027. PRC hasn’t released its full 2027 exam calendar yet. We’ll add the official date as soon as it’s out. See every exam in our PRC Schedule of Exam 2027.
Final 9-Week Plan for January 2027
| When | Focus |
|---|---|
| Nov 16 – Nov 29 | File in LERIS first. Then review History and Theory, Planning and Professional Practice, including the laws and codes. |
| Nov 30 – Dec 13 | Utilities, structural concepts, and building materials and technology. |
| Dec 14 – Dec 27 | Design and site planning: timed practice plates. Work on speed and complete submissions. |
| Dec 28 – Jan 10 | Two full mock exams under real timing: 5 hours per theory paper and 10 hours for design. |
| Jan 11 – Jan 18 | Light review of weak topics, prepare your drawing materials, and check your room assignment. |
After You Pass
PRC opens online registration for your PRC ID and Certificate of Registration after the results. See the full process in our PRC Initial Registration and Oath-Taking Guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Architect board exam in January 2027?
January 19 and 21, 2027 (Tuesday and Thursday), based on PRC’s official program for the January 2027 Licensure Examination for Architects.
What are the subjects in the architecture board exam?
History and Theory of Architecture, Principles of Planning and Architectural Practice (30%); Utilities, Structural Conceptualization and Building Materials and Technology (30%); and Architectural Design and Site Planning (40%).
What is the passing score for the architect board exam?
A weighted general average of at least 70%, with no grade below 50% in any subject.
What was the ALE passing rate in 2026?
82.09% in January 2026 (1,998 of 2,434) and 85.08% in June 2026 (2,799 of 3,290).
Sources
- PRC: January 2027 Program of the Licensure Examination for Architects (PDF)
- PRC: Resolution No. 2113, s. 2025: 2026 Schedule of Licensure Examinations (PDF)
- PRC: Resolution No. 2199, s. 2026: Rescheduling of the Davao City Architects Exam (PDF)
- Lawphil: Republic Act No. 9266, The Architecture Act of 2004
- SunStar: 8 Mindanao grads top Architecture licensure exam (June 2026)
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