CLE RESULTS 2026 – The February 2026 Criminology Licensure Exam (CLE) results, including the complete list of passers, topnotchers, top schools, and performance of schools, are released by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) today, March 13, 2026, twenty-six (26) working days after the last day of exams.
As announced, 30,320 out of 45,936 (66.00%) passed the February 2026 CLE, setting a new benchmark as the highest national passing rate recorded in modern history.
Meanwhile, the results of examination with respect to fifty-four (54) examinees were withheld pending final determination of their liabilities under the rules and regulations governing licensure examinations and sixteen (16) were withheld pending submission of the required documents.
PRC conducted the Criminology board exam on February 4, 5, and 6, 2026 across testing centers in Manila, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Palawan, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, Zamboanga, Bacolod, Bayambang, Bohol, Catarman, Cauayan, Dumaguete, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Kidapawan, Lipa (Batangas), Nueva Vizcaya,Romblon and Naga.
Meanwhile, the third day of the examination in Butuan and Cagayan de Oro has been moved to February 8, 2026, due to the expected effects of Tropical Storm “Basyang.”
The members of the Board of Criminology who gave the licensure examination are Hon. Ramil G. Gabao, Chairman; Hon. Lani T. Palmones and Hon. Warren M. Corpuz, Members.
CLE February 2026 Results Summary
- List of Passers: A-G | H-O | P-Z
- List of Topnotchers: February 2026 Criminologist Licensure Exam Results
- Performance of Schools: Criminology Board Exam Results February 2026
Roll of Successful Examinees in the
CRIMINOLOGIST LICENSURE EXAMINATION
Held on FEBRUARY 4-6 and 8, 2026
Released on MARCH 13, 2026
If the PDF below fails to load, please see the alphabetical list of passers above.
Release of Results
March 13, 2026 Update: The PRC Rating Division confirmed to The Summit Express that the results of the February 2026 Criminologist Licensure Examination (CLE) will be released today, March 13, although the exact time was not specified.
March 12, 2026 Update: We advise examinees to monitor CLE results today, March 12 (Thursday), which is PRC’s last on-site workday of the week in support of the national government’s energy conservation efforts. This could be the day, future Criminologists!
March 10, 2026 Update: The CLE results 2026 are expected to be released anytime soon.
According to PRC Resolution No. 2113 s. 2025, the February 2026 Criminologist Licensure Examination (CLE) results will be released on Friday, March 13, 2026, twenty-four (24) working days after the tests.
Please note that the release of the Criminology Licensure Examination (CLE) results may vary and could be announced either earlier or later than the expected date. For reference, the August 2025 CLE results were released after twenty-six (26) working days. To stay informed, we encourage you to bookmark this page and follow our social media channels for the latest updates and official announcements.
Registration and Oathtaking
PRC said that registration for the issuance of Professional Identification Card (ID) and Certificate of Registration will be done on-line. Visit the official website of PRC (https://online.prc.gov.ph/) and follow instructions for initial registration.
Date of Registration: Starting May 4, 2026
Those who will register are required to bring the following:
- downloaded duly accomplished Oath Form or Panunumpa ng Propesyonal
- notice of admission (for identification only)
- 2 pieces passport sized pictures (colored with white background and complete name tag)
- 2 sets of documentary stamps
- 1 piece short brown envelope
The successful examinees should personally register and sign in the Roster of Registered Professionals.
The date and venue for the oathtaking ceremony of the new successful examinees in the said examination WILL BE ANNOUNCED LATER, PRC said.
Coverage of Examination
The three-day exam covered the following subjects: criminal law, jurisprudence and procedure, law enforcement administration, crime detection and investigation, forensic science, correctional administration and criminology.
Previous Examinations
The Criminologist Licensure Examination (CLE), administered by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), is one of the board exams that consistently attracts a large number of examinees nationwide.
During the August 2025 CLE, the PRC released the results after twenty-six (26) working days. A total of 13,074 out of 25,410 examinees passed the exam. Stephanie Lucquiao Sajor of Araullo University–San Jose topped the board with a rating of 92.40%. Araullo University also emerged as the top-performing school in the 200 or more examinees category, recording a 92.80% passing rate, with 348 out of 375 examinees passing.
For the February 2025 CLE, results were announced after twenty (20) working days. Out of 36,768 examinees, 22,245 successfully passed. John Michael Bundalian Amio of Holy Angel University ranked first with a 92.20% rating. The University of Iloilo led the top-performing schools in the 200 or more examinees category, posting a 96.44% passing rate, with 271 out of 281 passers.
Meanwhile, the July 2024 CLE results were released fourteen (14) days after the examination. The PRC reported 11,121 passers out of 22,539 examinees. Alyssa Eliana Nazaire Bautista of Araullo University secured the highest rank with a 92.10% rating. The University of Mindanao – Davao City was named the top-performing school in the 200 or more examinees category, achieving a 90.87% passing rate, or 189 out of 208 passers.
Here's summary of previous CLE results:
| Exam Date | Total Examinees | Total Passers | Passing Rate | Days before results release |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 2025 | 25,410 | 13,074 | 51.45% | 26 |
| February 2025 | 36,768 | 22,245 | 60.50% | 20 |
| July 2024 | 22,539 | 11,121 | 49.34% | 14 |
| February 2024 | 32,495 | 15,684 | 48.27% | 22 |
| August 2023 | 17,576 | 5,743 | 32.68% | 14 |
| April 2023 | 13,000 | 4,139 | 31.84% | 16 |
| December 2022 | 33,489 | 11,098 | 33.14% | 30 |
| June 2022 | 41,913 | 12,698 | 30.30% | 29 |
| December 2021 | 33,983 | 11,610 | 34.16% | 31 |
| November 2019 | 43,512 | 19,191 | 44.11% | 22 |
| June 2019 | 20,797 | 7,998 | 38.46% | 13 |
| December 2018 | 41,341 | 14,324 | 34.65% | 15 |
| June 2018 | 21,894 | 7,307 | 33.37% | 12 |
| December 2017 | 36,516 | 13,025 | 35.67% | 21 |
| June 2017 | 20,819 | 5,202 | 24.99% | 12 |
| October 2016 | 34,768 | 10,901 | 31.35% | 25 |
| April 2016 | 16,435 | 3,928 | 23.90% | 11 |
| October 2015 | 29,591 | 9,671 | 32.68% | 24 |
| April 2015 | 14,696 | 4,337 | 29.51% | 13 |
| October 2014 | 28,187 | 12,245 | 43.44% | 26 |
| April 2014 | 13,873 | 4,688 | 33.79% | 9 |
PRC Offices Directory
If you have any concerns or need assistance from the Professional Regulation Commission, please refer to the contact details of the PRC Central or Regional Offices available on the agency’s official website.
You may also reach out the Licensure Exam Division through the following email contacts: licensure.division@prc.gov.ph or licensure.office@prc.gov.ph.
LERIS Account Assistance
For assistance with your LERIS account, including resetting password and technical issue, you may email technicalassistance@prc.gov.ph with a screenshot and a brief description of the problem.
PRC Exam Updates
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