Published: October 5, 2026 · Results released by PRC: October 2, 2026
September 2026 CELE results at a glance
- 6,337 out of 17,062 examinees passed, a national passing rate of 37.14%.
- Top 1: Jude Bernard Villarba Miñoza of Cebu Institute of Technology – University, with a rating of 93.95%.
- Top performing school: University of the Philippines Los Baños. All 75 of 75 examinees passed.
- Results came out on October 2, 2026, five working days after the exam.
- Online registration for PRC IDs and certificates starts November 11, 2026.
Congratulations to the 6,337 new Civil Engineers of the Philippines! The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) and the Board of Civil Engineering released the results of the September 2026 Civil Engineers Licensure Examination (CELE) on Friday, October 2, 2026. That was five working days after the September 26–27 exam. The exam was held in 19 testing centers nationwide. Results for eight examinees were withheld pending final determination of their liabilities under PRC rules.
This is the highest CELE passing rate in the last four cycles, continuing a steady climb from 29.21% in April 2025.
September 2026 CELE Results: Key Numbers
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam dates | September 26–27, 2026 |
| Results released | October 2, 2026 (5 working days after the exam) |
| Examinees | 17,062 |
| Passers | 6,337 |
| National passing rate | 37.14% |
| Withheld results | 8 examinees |
| Testing centers | 19 nationwide |
| Board of Civil Engineering | Engr. Praxedes P. Bernardo (Chair), Engr. Pericles P. Dakay and Engr. Romeo A. Estañero (Members) |
Top 10 Passers (Topnotchers)
Here are the examinees who earned the ten highest places in the September 2026 CELE, as published by PRC. Examinees with the same rating share a rank.
| Rank | Name | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jude Bernard Villarba Miñoza | Cebu Institute of Technology – University | 93.95% |
| 2 | John Lester Alonzo Ferrer | Cebu Technological University – Main (for CSCST) | 93.70% |
| 3 | Ericson Sanchez Abalos | University of Pangasinan | 93.55% |
| 4 | Karl Christopher Daluz Famador | FEU Institute of Technology (for FEU-EAC) | 93.35% |
| 5 | Marc Nelson Posadas Rosario | University of Pangasinan | 93.05% |
| 6 | Leighanne Angela Sumarago Lacerna | Mapúa University – Manila | 92.65% |
| 7 | Josh Vincent Aguinaldo Contawe | Mapúa University – Manila | 92.35% |
| 7 | Clement Paul Susada Dacuscus | Notre Dame of Kidapawan College | 92.35% |
| 7 | Marc Victor Viernes Sales | University of the Philippines Los Baños | 92.35% |
| 8 | John Paul Bacani De Guzman | Pangasinan State University – Urdaneta | 92.25% |
| 8 | Shawn Clifford Magno Murillo | Surigao del Norte State University – Main (for Surigao S.C. of Tech) | 92.25% |
| 9 | Jesse Steven Yu Gaw | De La Salle University – Manila | 92.00% |
| 10 | John Alan Antonio Tan | De La Salle University – Manila | 91.95% |
Standouts: Cebu schools took the top two spots. The University of Pangasinan placed two examinees in the top 5 (3rd and 5th), and Mapúa and De La Salle University – Manila each placed two in the top 10. Notre Dame of Kidapawan College and Surigao del Norte State University show that top scores can come from schools of any size and from any region.
Top Performing Schools
PRC ranks schools that had at least 50 examinees and a passing rate of at least 80%:
| School | Passers / Examinees | Passing rate |
|---|---|---|
| University of the Philippines Los Baños | 75 / 75 | 100.00% |
| De La Salle University – Manila | 71 / 86 | 82.56% |
| University of Pangasinan | 104 / 127 | 81.89% |
| Pangasinan State University – Urdaneta | 58 / 71 | 81.69% |
| Tarlac State University – Tarlac College of Technology | 58 / 71 | 81.69% |
UPLB’s result is a rare perfect score for a school with that many examinees. It also produced a top-10 passer. The University of Pangasinan stands out too: it had the most examinees of any top-performing school (127) and two top-5 passers.
How the September 2026 CELE Compares
| Exam | Passers | Examinees | Passing rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 2025 | 4,940 | 16,913 | 29.21% |
| November 2025 | 4,268 | 14,043 | 30.39% |
| March 2026 | 6,438 | 18,370 | 35.05% |
| September 2026 | 6,337 | 17,062 | 37.14% |
The passing rate has gone up in each of the last four cycles. September 2026 was also the second CELE under the new subject order, which puts Structural Analysis and Design on Day 1 (PRC Resolution No. 1, s. 2026). Examinees now seem to be adjusting to that format.
How to Check Your Name and Rating
- Official list of passers: Go to the PRC website (prc.gov.ph) and open the September 2026 Civil Engineers Licensure Examination results announcement. It links to the full list of successful examinees, sorted alphabetically.
- Your rating: Log in to your PRC LERIS account and check the Verification of Rating section. Ratings are usually available a few days after results are released.
- Search carefully: Names are listed as Surname, First Name Middle Name. If you have a compound surname or a suffix (Jr., III), check both spellings.
For a step-by-step walkthrough, see our CELE September 2026 Results Guide.
Passed? Here’s What Happens Next
1. Register for your PRC ID and Certificate of Registration
PRC says online registration starts November 11, 2026 at prc.gov.ph. On your appointment date, bring:
- A screenshot or printout of your system-generated Registration Form
- A valid government-issued ID
You must register personally and sign the Roster of Registered Professionals.
2. Attend the oath-taking ceremony
PRC will announce the date and venue later. Watch PRC’s official website and Facebook page.
3. Start your career as an “Engr.”
You can practice civil engineering once you are registered. Curious about pay? See How Much Do Engineers Earn in the Philippines (2027 Salary Guide).
Didn’t Pass This Time?
Almost two out of three examinees did not pass this cycle, and many of today’s licensed engineers passed on their second or third try. Here’s how to come back stronger:
- Check your subject ratings. The CELE requires a 70% weighted average and no subject below 50%. Find out whether you missed the average or fell below 50% in one subject. Those two situations need different review plans.
- Target the next exam. The CELE is held twice a year. Our CELE 2027 Schedule and Guide covers the expected dates, requirements for repeaters, and a 6-month study plan.
- Prepare repeater documents early. Repeaters still need a valid NBI clearance and two certificates of good moral character.
Frequently Asked Questions
When were the September 2026 CELE results released?
October 2, 2026, five working days after the September 26–27 exam.
How many passed the September 2026 Civil Engineering board exam?
6,337 out of 17,062 examinees passed, a passing rate of 37.14%.
Who is the top 1 in the September 2026 CELE?
Jude Bernard Villarba Miñoza of Cebu Institute of Technology – University, with a rating of 93.95%.
What is the top performing school in the September 2026 CELE?
The University of the Philippines Los Baños, where all 75 examinees passed (100%).
When is the registration and oath-taking for new Civil Engineers?
Online registration starts November 11, 2026. PRC will announce the oath-taking date and venue later.
When is the next CELE?
PRC has not released its 2027 exam calendar yet. See our CELE 2027 Schedule page, which we will update as soon as the calendar is out.
Sources
- PRC: September 2026 Civil Engineers Licensure Examination Results Released in Five (5) Working Days, including the official Top 10 and Performance of Schools documents
- PRC: March 2026 CELE Results
- PRC: November 2025 CELE Results
- PRC: April 2025 CELE Results
Exams Pinas is not affiliated with the PRC. The official list of passers and ratings are available only through PRC.