February 2026 Criminologist Licensure Exam Results Released

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced the results of the February 2026 Licensure Examination for Criminologists on Friday, March 13, 2026. A total of 30,320 out of 45,936 examinees passed the exam, which was administered in 31 testing centers across the Philippines PRC Announcement.

Exam Results Details

The PRC reported that the results for 54 examinees are being withheld pending final determination of their liabilities under the rules and regulations governing licensure examinations. Results for 16 examinees are withheld pending submission of required documents PRC Announcement.

Board Members

The members of the Board of Criminology who conducted the examination are: Hon. Ramil G. Gabao (Chairman), Hon. Lani T. Palmones, and Hon. Warren M. Corpuz PRC Announcement.

Registration and Oathtaking

Online registration for the issuance of Professional Identification Cards (IDs) and Certificates of Registration will begin on May 4, 2026. Applicants can register through the PRC website at www.prc.gov.ph and follow the provided instructions.

Required documents for registration include a downloaded and accomplished Oath Form (Panunumpa ng Propesyonal), a notice of admission (for identification purposes), two pieces of passport-sized pictures (colored with a white background and complete name tag), two sets of documentary stamps, and one short brown envelope.

Successful examinees are required to personally register and sign the Roster of Registered Professionals. Dates and venues for the oathtaking ceremonies will be announced at a later date PRC Announcement.

About the Criminologist Licensure Exam

The Criminologists Licensure Exam (CLE) is a mandatory board examination for individuals seeking to practice criminology in the Philippines Board Exams PH. Administered by the PRC, the exam assesses a candidate’s knowledge and skills in areas such as criminal law, criminal procedure, evidence, law enforcement administration, and criminalistics Board.com.ph.

Passing the CLE allows individuals to pursue careers in law enforcement agencies, forensic laboratories, correctional institutions, security firms, and academic institutions Board Exams PH.