August and September 2026 Nurses Licensure Examination Results Released in Five (5) Working Days
Posted on September 18, 2026
August–September 2026 NLE Results
28,652 out of 37,359 examinees passed the August and September 2026 Nurses Licensure Examination (NLE).
76.69% Passing Rate
The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced the results of the August and September 2026 Nurses Licensure Examination (NLE) administered by the Board of Nursing in 26 testing centers throughout the Philippines.
A total of 28,652 out of 37,359 examinees passed the examination. This represents an overall passing rate of approximately 76.69%.
The examination results were released on September 18, 2026, within five (5) working days following the examination period.
Important Notice
The results of examinations with respect to twenty-one (21) examinees were withheld pending final determination of their liabilities under the rules and regulations governing licensure examinations.
Board of Nursing Members
The members of the Board of Nursing who administered the licensure examination were:
- Hon. Leah Primitiva S. Paquiz – Chairperson
- Hon. Elsie A. Tee – Member
- Hon. Zenaida C. Gagno – Member
- Hon. Mary Grace C. Lacanaria – Member
- Hon. Mila Delia M. Llanes – Member
- Hon. Merle L. Salvani – Member
- Hon. Josefina A. Tuazon – Member
Registration for Successful Examinees
Starting October 13, 2026, registration for the issuance of the Professional Identification Card (PIC) and Certificate of Registration (COR) will be conducted online.
Successful examinees should visit the official PRC website and follow the instructions for online registration.
Requirements for Registration
- Screenshot of the system-generated Registration Form
- Valid government-issued ID
Successful examinees are required to personally register and sign in the Roster of Registered Professionals.
Oathtaking Ceremony
The date and venue of the oathtaking ceremony for the new successful examinees in the August and September 2026 Nurses Licensure Examination will be announced later by the Professional Regulation Commission.
Examinees are advised to regularly check the official PRC website and official announcements for updates regarding the oathtaking ceremony.
August–September 2026 NLE Results
You may check the following information related to the August–September 2026 Nurses Licensure Examination:
Check the complete PRC announcement and examination results.
Check the performance of participating nursing schools.
Check the examinees who garnered the highest ratings.
Check the alphabetical list of successful NLE examinees.
August–September 2026 NLE Passing Rate
Based on the announced results, 28,652 examinees passed out of 37,359 examinees, equivalent to a passing rate of 76.69%.
| NLE Result | Number |
|---|---|
| Total Examinees | 37,359 |
| Successful Examinees | 28,652 |
| Passing Rate | 76.69% |
| Results Withheld | 21 |
Congratulations, New Registered Nurses! 🎉
Congratulations to all successful examinees of the August–September 2026 Nurses Licensure Examination.
Your dedication, preparation, sacrifices, and perseverance have finally paid off. Welcome to the nursing profession!
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Preparing for the Next NLE?
If you are preparing for the next Nurses Licensure Examination, SLRC offers an NLE Self-Review Program designed for nursing graduates who want to strengthen their knowledge through extensive multiple-choice-question practice.
The SLRC NLE Self-Review Program is a MCQ-based online reviewer. It does not include recorded video lectures or downloadable review materials.
Source: Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)
This article is published for informational purposes. For official announcements, registration instructions, verification of ratings, and other licensure-related matters, examinees should refer to the Professional Regulation Commission.