Architecture Board Exam Application 2026: ALE on LERIS
Quick answer
The Architect Licensure Examination (ALE) fee is PHP 900, paid on PRC LERIS. The 2026 ALE ran on January 20 and 22 and on June 8 and 10, and filing for both has closed. You need a BS Architecture degree plus at least 2 years of diversified experience certified by a licensed architect.
What are the requirements?
Who can take the ALE (RA 9266, Sec. 13):
- A Filipino citizen, or a foreigner allowed under the law's reciprocity rules.
- Of good moral character, with no conviction for an offense involving moral turpitude.
- A holder of a BS Architecture degree from a school recognized or accredited by CHED.
- At least 2 years, or its equivalent, of diversified architectural experience certified by a registered and licensed architect.
- A Master's Degree in Architecture counts as 1 year of that experience.
Documents: bring proof of your certified experience with the standard PRC set. That set is the LERIS form, a TOR marked "For PRC Purposes Only", your PSA birth certificate and a PHP 50 documentary stamp. The full list is in our LERIS application guide.
How much does it cost?
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ALE exam fee | PHP 900 | Degree-level exam fee |
| Documentary stamp | PHP 50 | Face value, one stamp |
2026 ALE dates and filing periods
| Exam days | Filing opened | Filing deadline |
|---|---|---|
| January 20 and 22, 2026 | November 11, 2025 | December 15, 2025 |
| June 8 and 10, 2026 | March 10, 2026 | May 11, 2026 |
Source: PRC Resolution No. 2113, s. 2025. The June ALE had 14 testing centers, including NCR, Baguio, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo and Palawan.
How do you apply, step by step?
Online
1. In LERIS, open the Examination tab and select the Architects exam
2. Pick the January or June sitting and your testing center
3. Book a PRC appointment and pay PHP 900
4. On your appointment date, bring your printed form, TOR, PSA birth certificate and certified experience records
Every screen is shown in our LERIS guide.
Where do you apply?
File on LERIS, then bring your papers to a PRC regional office. See the PRC regional offices page.
- Apply on the official website: https://online.prc.gov.ph/
What are the common problems and how do you fix them?
Less than 2 years of experience
Wait until you complete it. A master's degree in architecture counts as 1 year.
Experience not certified
A registered and licensed architect must certify your diversified experience.
Deadline passed
PRC takes no late filing. Plan for the 2027 ALE schedule.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the ALE fee in 2026?
The Architect Licensure Examination fee is PHP 900.
When was the architecture board exam in 2026?
PRC held the ALE on January 20 and 22 and on June 8 and 10, 2026.
How many years of experience do I need for the ALE?
At least 2 years of diversified architectural experience, or its equivalent (RA 9266, Sec. 13).
Who can certify my architectural experience?
A registered and licensed architect must certify it.
Does a master's degree count as experience?
Yes. A Master's Degree in Architecture from a recognized school counts as 1 year of practical experience.
What score do I need to pass the ALE?
A weighted general average of 70%, with no subject below 50% (RA 9266, Sec. 15).
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