The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) has announced the results of the May 2026 Dentists Licensure Examination, confirming that 796 out of 896 examinees successfully passed the boards.
The examinations were administered by the Board of Dentistry across several key locations, including the National Capital Region (NCR), Baguio, Cebu, and Davao.
The licensure process was overseen by a board consisting of Chairman Dr. Merlin A. Go and members Dr. Gloria M. Bumanlag, Dr. Ellis James B. Ranada, Dr. Irene Grace A. Porter, and Dr. Ma. Jocelyn Genevieve L. Tan.
Academic Performance and Top Schools
According to Commission Resolution No. 1814 series of 2024, specific institutions demonstrated exceptional performance, meeting the criteria of having at least 50 examinees and a passing percentage of 80% or higher.
The University of the East-Manila secured the top rank with a perfect 100% passing rate, with all 56 examinees passing. Southwestern University followed in second place with 54 out of 55 passing (98.18%), while Centro Escolar University-Manila ranked third with 127 out of 135 passing (94.07%).
Top Performing Examinees
Nicole Pastor Joaquin from the Adventist University of the Philippines earned the highest rating of 90.57%.
Rounding out the top three were Jessica Via Legaspi Sta. Maria of the University of the Philippines-Manila with 90.27%, and Shanti Marrion Go Nicolas of Cebu Doctors University with 89.93%.
Other high-ranking examinees included Elen Kiana Tandingan Morados (UE-Manila), Quayne Pauline Privado Siscar (UP-Manila), Mauriz Babes Teves Taytayan (Southwestern University), Melanie Joy Daligcon Torio (UP-Manila), Alaries Tubar Tinio (CEU-Makati), Christine Kyle Lopez Sumangil (Cebu Doctors University), and Ryan Angelo Labog Gonzales (CEU-Manila).
Registration and Next Steps
Successful examinees may begin the registration process for their Certificate of Registration and Professional Identification Card (ID) starting July 8, 2026.
Registration will be conducted online through the official PRC website at www.prc.gov.ph. Applicants are required to provide a valid government-issued ID and a screenshot of their system-generated Registration Form.
The PRC noted that successful examinees must personally register and sign the Roster of Registered Professionals. While registration dates are set, the specific date and venue for the official oathtaking ceremony are likely to be announced at a later time.
Frequently Asked Questions
When can successful examinees register for their professional ID?
Registration for the Professional Identification Card and Certificate of Registration begins on July 8, 2026.
What documents are required for the registration process?
Examinees must bring a valid government-issued ID and a screenshot of the system-generated Registration Form.
Where can examinees find the instructions for registration?
Instructions are available on the official PRC website at www.prc.gov.ph.
How do these licensure results reflect the current state of dental education and professional readiness?
