What Is the LET (Licensure Examination for Teachers)?
The Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) — officially renamed the Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT) — is the largest PRC board exam by volume of examinees. PRC administers it twice a year, typically in March and September, across 40+ testing centers nationwide. See the full PRC Board Exam Schedule 2026 for all exam dates and filing deadlines. See the full PRC Board Exam Schedule 2026 for all exam dates and filing deadlines.
The LET has two levels:
- Elementary Level — for graduates who want to teach Grades 1–6. Coverage: 40% General Education, 60% Professional Education.
- Secondary Level — for graduates who want to teach in junior and senior high school. Coverage: 20% General Education, 40% Professional Education, 40% Specialization (your major).
To pass, you need a general average of at least 75% with no subject rating below 50%. The exam is governed by RA 7836 (Philippine Teachers Professionalization Act) as amended by RA 9293, and administered by the PRC Board of Professional Teachers.
September 2026 LET Results: When to Expect
The September 2026 LET is scheduled for September 20, 2026. Based on PRC Resolution No. 2113 s. 2025, the target release date for results is November 27, 2026 (approximately 48 working days after the exam).
However, actual release dates vary. Here’s how long PRC took in recent cycles:
| LET Cycle | Exam Date | Results Released | Working Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 2026 | March 15, 2026 | May 12, 2026 | 39 days |
| September 2025 | September 2025 | December 2025 | 63 days |
| March 2025 | March 23, 2025 | May 2025 | 41 days |
| September 2024 | September 29, 2024 | December 2024 | 51 days |
| March 2024 | March 17, 2024 | May 2024 | 47 days |
The range is 39–63 working days. The March 2026 cycle was the fastest recent release at 39 days. September cycles tend to take longer because of higher examinee volume — often 120,000+ combined examinees versus 90,000+ in March.
Where PRC announces first: The official PRC Facebook page typically posts the announcement before the website. The full passers list then appears on prc.gov.ph as a downloadable PDF. You can also search your name instantly using our PRC Board Exam Results Checker once we load the passers list. For a complete guide on all methods, see our How to Check PRC Board Exam Results guide.
How to Check Your LET Results (5 Methods)
There are 5 ways to check whether you passed the September 2026 LET:
1. PRC Board Exam Results Checker (prcleris.ph)
The fastest method. Go to our Results Checker tool, select the LET exam from the dropdown, type your surname, and get an instant pass/fail result from the official passers list. No account needed, no waiting for the PDF to load.
2. PRC Official Website (prc.gov.ph)
PRC publishes the full passers list as a PDF on their website. Go to prc.gov.ph → Board Exam Results and look for the LET announcement. The PDF is alphabetical by surname — large file, expect slow loading on exam day.
3. Verification of Rating on LERIS
This is the only way to see your individual subject scores — whether you passed or not. Go to verification.prc.gov.ph, select “Licensure Examination for Teachers,” enter your name, application number, and birthdate. Ratings typically load 1–3 days after the official announcement.
Tip: If you get “No record found” on the first day, don’t panic. Ratings for 100,000+ examinees take time to load into the system. Try again the next day.
4. PRC Official Facebook Page
Follow facebook.com/PRCphl — they often post the announcement and topnotchers before the website updates. Turn on notifications so you don’t miss it.
5. PRC Regional Offices
Regional offices post printed lists on their bulletin boards. This is your backup if the website is overloaded on results day.
LET Exam Coverage: What Subjects Are Tested?
Elementary Level
| Component | Weight | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| General Education | 40% | English, Filipino, Math, Science, Social Studies, Information Technology |
| Professional Education | 60% | Teaching Principles, Child Development, Curriculum Development, Assessment, Classroom Management, Educational Technology, RA 7836, Code of Ethics |
Secondary Level
| Component | Weight | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| General Education | 20% | English, Filipino, Math, Science, Social Studies, Information Technology |
| Professional Education | 40% | Teaching Principles, Curriculum Development, Assessment, Educational Psychology, RA 7836, Code of Ethics |
| Specialization | 40% | Your declared major (e.g., Mathematics, English, Sciences, Social Studies, MAPEH, Filipino, TLE, Values Education) |
Professional Education is your highest-yield review area. It accounts for 60% of the Elementary exam and 40% of the Secondary exam. Key theories to master: Constructivism (Vygotsky, Piaget, Bruner), Behaviorism (Skinner), Social Learning Theory (Bandura), Bloom’s Taxonomy, and the Enhanced Basic Education Act (RA 10533).
LET Passing Rate History (2022–2026)
Understanding the passing rate trend helps you set realistic expectations and gauge how competitive the exam is.
Elementary Level
| Exam Cycle | Examinees | Passers | Passing Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 2026 | 32,796 | 18,376 | 56.03% |
| Sep/Nov 2025 | 43,035 | 21,967 | 51.04% |
| March 2025 | 34,810 | 16,282 | 46.77% |
| September 2024 | 44,002 | 20,025 | 45.51% |
| March 2024 | 44,764 | 20,890 | 46.67% |
| September 2023 | 50,593 | 23,782 | 47.01% |
Secondary Level
| Exam Cycle | Examinees | Passers | Passing Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 2026 | 61,561 | 45,001 | 73.10% |
| Sep/Nov 2025 | 79,493 | 57,729 | 72.62% |
| March 2025 | 62,225 | 38,747 | 62.27% |
| September 2024 | 85,926 | 48,875 | 56.88% |
| March 2024 | 85,980 | 50,539 | 58.78% |
| September 2023 | 95,969 | 53,995 | 56.26% |
The March 2026 LET recorded the highest passing rate in modern history — 56.03% for Elementary and 73.10% for Secondary, with an overall 67.17% (63,377 out of 94,357). First-time takers consistently outperform repeaters. Among March 2026 elementary passers, 15,670 were first-timers and only 2,706 were repeaters. The takeaway: structured first-attempt preparation makes a significant difference.
March 2026 LET Topnotchers
PRC recognizes the top 10 examinees with the highest ratings for each level:
Elementary Level — March 2026
| Rank | Name | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Christel Zamora De Los Reyes | Cebu Normal University | 94.40% |
Full top 10 list for both levels will be updated when the September 2026 LET results are released.
Secondary Level — March 2026
| Rank | Name | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jed Vincent Requilme Abadia | Cebu Normal University | 94.80% |
You Passed the LET — What to Do Next
Congratulations, future LPT! Here’s your step-by-step checklist:
1. Verify your rating. Go to Verification of Rating on LERIS and check your individual subject scores. Screenshot the results — schools and DepEd ask for these during hiring.
2. File Initial Registration on LERIS. This is how you get your PRC license number, Certificate of Registration (COR), and PRC ID. Our Initial Registration guide walks you through every step. Tip: PRC posts the registration schedule per region a few days after results are released — don’t go to the office until your schedule is posted.
3. Complete Oath Taking. You must take your professional oath before your PRC ID is released. PRC offers office oath, mass ceremony, and virtual (e-Oath) options. Check our Oath Taking guide for the full details.
4. Get your PRC ID. After registration and oath taking, your PRC ID is released — this is your official proof of licensure. You’re now a Licensed Professional Teacher (LPT).
5. Apply for DepEd or private school positions. Your LPT license also grants you Career Service Professional Eligibility — equivalent to passing the Civil Service Exam (Professional Level). This qualifies you for government teaching positions in DepEd without needing to take a separate civil service exam.
6. Start tracking CPD units. As a newly licensed professional, your CPD compliance period begins. Know your deadlines and start earning units through seminars, trainings, and graduate courses.
You Didn’t Pass the LET — Your Options
Check your actual scores first. Use Verification of Rating on LERIS to see your per-subject grades. Many examinees miss by just 1–3 percentage points — knowing exactly where you fell short focuses your review.
File as a Repeater for the next LET. Use the same LERIS account. When filing your application, select “Repeater” as your examinee type. The next LET after September 2026 will likely be in March 2027. See our Board Exam Application guide for the full walkthrough.
Note the refresher rule. Under PRC and CHED regulations, education graduates who fail the LET three consecutive times may be required to complete a refresher course before they can retake the exam. Check with your school’s teacher education office for refresher program options.
First-timers outperform repeaters significantly. In March 2026, among elementary passers 15,670 were first-timers versus only 2,706 repeaters. Invest in a structured review — free online reviewers, review centers, and practice exams — before your next attempt.
LET vs Other Teacher Exams: Key Differences
| Feature | LET (LEPT) | Civil Service Exam (CSE) |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Teaching license | Government eligibility |
| Administered by | PRC | CSC |
| Frequency | Twice/year (March, September) | Twice/year |
| CS Eligibility? | Yes — LET passers get CS Professional Eligibility automatically | Yes |
| Required for teaching? | Yes — mandatory for public and private schools | No |
| Passing score | 75% average, no subject below 50% | 80% |
You do not need to take the Civil Service Exam separately if you pass the LET. RA 7836 Section 27 grants LET passers automatic Career Service Professional Eligibility. Many examinees don’t realize this — it saves you from registering, studying for, and sitting another exam.
Tips for Passing the LET
Start with Professional Education. It’s 60% of the Elementary exam and 40% of the Secondary exam. Master the foundational theories (Piaget, Vygotsky, Skinner, Bloom, Bruner) before anything else — they appear repeatedly.
Know the education laws cold. RA 7836, RA 9293, RA 10533 (Enhanced Basic Education Act), the Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers, and the Philippine Constitution’s education provisions are guaranteed test items.
Take full-length practice exams under timed conditions. The LET is a long exam — 150 items per subject area. Stamina matters as much as knowledge. Simulate exam conditions at least 3–4 times before the actual date.
Focus your General Education review on your weakest areas. Most education graduates are strong in Filipino and Social Studies but weaker in Math and Science. Prioritize where you lose the most points.
For Secondary takers: don’t neglect your Specialization. It’s 40% of your exam. Review your major’s core concepts, not just pedagogy. A strong specialization score can carry a borderline General Education score.
Use free online reviewers. Several legitimate free LET reviewers exist online. Combine them with your notes from teacher education courses.
Visit your testing center before exam day. Know exactly where it is, how long it takes to get there, and where your assigned room is. On exam day, arrive at least 1 hour early. Bring your Notice of Admission, valid ID, black ballpoint pens, and no electronic devices.
Sleep properly the night before. Cramming the night before a 150-item exam hurts more than it helps. Your recall and reading comprehension depend on rest.
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FAQs
When will the September 2026 LET results be released?
The target release date is November 27, 2026 based on PRC Resolution No. 2113 s. 2025. Actual release may be earlier or later — recent cycles have ranged from 39 to 63 working days after the exam.
How to check LET results online?
Use our Results Checker tool for instant name search, check prc.gov.ph for the official PDF, or use Verification of Rating on LERIS for individual subject scores.
What is the passing score for the LET?
You need a general average of at least 75% with no subject rating below 50%.
Can I check my LET rating if I didn’t pass?
Yes. Both passers and non-passers can view their per-subject scores through Verification of Rating on LERIS. This helps you identify weak areas for your next attempt.
Does passing the LET give Civil Service Eligibility?
Yes. Under RA 7836 Section 27, LET passers automatically receive Career Service Professional Eligibility — equivalent to passing the Civil Service Exam (Professional Level). You do not need to take the CSE separately.
How many times can I retake the LET?
There is no lifetime limit, but after three consecutive failed attempts, you may be required to complete a refresher course before retaking the exam.
What is the difference between Elementary and Secondary LET?
Elementary Level covers General Education (40%) and Professional Education (60%). Secondary Level covers General Education (20%), Professional Education (40%), and your declared Specialization (40%). You choose your level based on your degree program.
When is the next LET after September 2026?
The next LET is expected in March 2027. PRC typically announces the exact date and application schedule 3–4 months before the exam.
How do I apply as a Repeater for the LET?
Log into your existing LERIS account at online.prc.gov.ph, file a new exam application, and select “Repeater” as your examinee type. Follow our Board Exam Application guide for the complete process.
What should I bring on LET exam day?
Your Notice of Admission (NOA), one valid government-issued ID, multiple black ballpoint pens, and a non-programmable calculator (if allowed for your level). No electronic devices, bags, or unauthorized materials. Arrive at your testing center at least 1 hour early.
What is the average LET passing rate?
From 2013 to 2025, the average Elementary Level passing rate is approximately 36.35%. The Secondary Level consistently scores higher — recently ranging from 56% to 73%. The March 2026 LET recorded the highest overall passing rate in modern history at 67.17%.
How long does the LET exam take?
The LET is a full-day exam held on a single Sunday. Elementary takers answer General Education and Professional Education tests. Secondary takers answer all three components (General Education, Professional Education, and Specialization).
Is the LET computerized or pen-and-paper?
The LET is still a pencil-and-paper exam using answer sheets that are optically scanned. This is one reason results take 39–63 working days to process — the manual scanning and checking of 100,000+ answer sheets takes time.
Can I teach without passing the LET?
No. Under RA 7836, a valid Professional Teacher license from PRC is required to teach in both public and private basic education institutions in the Philippines. Exceptions exist only for teachers in higher education and vocational/technical institutions under certain conditions.