Last updated: November 12, 2026
Quick answer: When is the ECE board exam in 2027?
PRC has not yet released its 2027 exam calendar. The Electronics Engineers Licensure Examination (ECE or EELE) is held twice a year. In 2026 it was on March 17–18 and October 17–18. If 2027 follows the same pattern, expect the first exam around March 2027. Filing could open as early as mid-December 2026, since filing for March 2026 opened on December 17, 2025.
Graduating from BS Electronics Engineering, or planning a retake? Here’s the expected 2027 ECE schedule, how filing works, the passing rule (stricter than most engineering boards), the Electronics Technician (ECT) exam, and the latest official results.
ECE Board Exam 2026: Official Schedule
| 2026 exam | Exam dates | Filing period (LERIS) | Results released |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 2026 ECE | March 17–18, 2026 (Tue–Wed) | December 17, 2025 – February 16, 2026 | March 24, 2026 |
| March 2026 ECT | March 19, 2026 (Thu) | December 17, 2025 – February 16, 2026 | March 24, 2026 |
| October 2026 ECE | October 17–18, 2026 (Sat–Sun) | July 17 – September 17, 2026 | October 23, 2026 |
| October 2026 ECT | October 19, 2026 (Mon) | July 17 – September 17, 2026 | October 23, 2026 |
ECE Board Exam 2027: Expected Schedule
| 2027 exam | Expected exam month | Expected filing period |
|---|---|---|
| First 2027 exam (ECE and ECT) | Expected: March 2027 | Expected: opens around mid-December 2026, closes about a month before the exam |
| Second 2027 exam (ECE and ECT) | Expected: October 2027 | Expected: around July – September 2027 |
These are projections based on PRC’s 2026 calendar, and PRC has moved exam months between years before. We’ll update this page with the official dates as soon as the 2027 schedule is out. See every exam in our PRC Schedule of Exam 2027.
Who Can Take the ECE and ECT Exams?
Under Section 14 of RA 9292 (the Electronics Engineering Law of 2004), you must be a Filipino citizen (or from a country with reciprocity) of good moral character, and:
- For ECE: a graduate of BS Electronics and Communications Engineering or BS Electronics Engineering, or an equivalent course approved by the Board
- For ECT: a graduate of a two-year (or longer) associate, technician, trade or vocational course in electronics, or someone who has completed at least the third year of a BS ECE or BS EE program
Requirements and Fee
- PSA birth certificate
- PSA marriage certificate (for married female applicants using their married name)
- Transcript of Records with photo, Special Order (if applicable) and the remark “For Board Examination Purposes”
- Any additional document on your LERIS checklist
- Examination fee as assessed in LERIS
New to LERIS? Follow our PRC LERIS Online Registration Guide.
ECE Subjects
The ECE exam runs over two days. RA 9292 says it must cover at least mathematics, applied sciences, engineering economics, laws and ethics, electronics, communications, computers, and information and communications technology. The Board groups these into four subjects:
| Subject | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | Algebra, trigonometry, geometry, calculus, differential equations, probability and statistics |
| General Engineering and Applied Sciences (GEAS) | Physics, chemistry, engineering economics, engineering management, laws and ethics |
| Electronics Engineering | Electronic circuits and devices, digital electronics, microprocessors, industrial electronics and control systems |
| Electronic Systems and Technologies (EST) | Communications systems, transmission and antennas, data communications and networking |
Check PRC’s official Program of Examination for your cycle’s day-by-day order and time limits. The ECT exam is a one-day exam on subjects specific to technician work.
The Passing Rule: 70% in Every Subject
This is where ECE differs from most engineering boards. Under Section 16 of RA 9292:
- You need at least 70% in each subject. A high average can’t make up for one subject below 70%.
- If you pass the majority of subjects but score 60–69% in the others, you may take one removal exam on the subjects you failed.
- If you fail the removal exam, you are considered to have failed the entire exam.
The same rule applies to the ECT exam. So don’t over-review your strongest subject. Make sure your weakest one clears 70%.
ECE and ECT Passing Rates
| Exam | Passers | Examinees | Passing rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 2026 ECE | 1,692 | 2,746 | 61.62% |
| October 2026 ECE | 1,106 | 2,337 | 47.33% |
| March 2026 ECT | 1,907 | 2,440 | 78.16% |
| October 2026 ECT | 1,804 | 2,057 | 87.70% |
The March sitting was larger and had a much higher ECE passing rate in 2026. Results came out fast: two working days after the March exams and four after the October exams.
Testing Centers
The October 2026 exams were held in NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao and Zamboanga. In March 2026, Koronadal was also a center. You choose your testing center when you file in LERIS.
Review Plan for March 2027
| When | Focus |
|---|---|
| November 2026 | Mathematics. Take a diagnostic mock to find your weakest subject. Prepare your TOR and other documents. |
| December 2026 | GEAS, including engineering economics and laws and ethics. File in LERIS as soon as filing opens. |
| January 2027 | Electronics Engineering: circuits, devices, digital and control systems. |
| February 2027 | Electronic Systems and Technologies: communications, antennas and networking. |
| March 2027 | Two full mock exams. Spend extra time on any subject still under 70%, then check your room assignment. |
After You Pass
PRC opens online registration for your PRC ID and Certificate of Registration after the results. For October 2026 passers, registration starts November 13, 2026. See the full process in our PRC Initial Registration and Oath-Taking Guide, and check expected pay in How Much Do Engineers Earn in the Philippines (2027).
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the ECE board exam in 2027?
PRC hasn’t released the 2027 dates yet. Based on 2026 (March 17–18 and October 17–18), expect exams around March and October 2027.
When does filing for the March 2027 ECE exam open?
Not announced yet. For the March 2026 exam, filing ran from December 17, 2025 to February 16, 2026, so filing could open around mid-December 2026.
What is the passing score for the ECE board exam?
At least 70% in every subject. If you pass most subjects and score 60–69% in the rest, you can take one removal exam on those subjects.
What was the ECE passing rate in 2026?
61.62% in March 2026 (1,692 of 2,746) and 47.33% in October 2026 (1,106 of 2,337).
Sources
- PRC: Resolution No. 2113, s. 2025: 2026 Schedule of Licensure Examinations (PDF)
- PRC: March 2026 ECE and ECT Licensure Examination Results
- PRC: October 2026 ECE and ECT Licensure Examination Results
- Lawphil: Republic Act No. 9292, Electronics Engineering Law of 2004
Exams Pinas is not affiliated with the PRC. Always confirm dates, requirements and fees in LERIS and PRC’s official announcements.
