REE and RME Board Exam Application 2026 on LERIS
Quick answer
The Registered Electrical Engineer (REE) exam costs PHP 900 and the Registered Master Electrician (RME) exam costs PHP 600, both paid on PRC LERIS. In 2026 the REE ran on April 21–22 and September 5–6, and the RME on April 23 and September 7. Filing for all four sittings has closed.
What are the requirements?
For REE (RA 7920, Sec. 17)
- A Filipino citizen, at least 21 years old.
- Of good reputation with high moral values, and never finally convicted of an offense involving moral turpitude.
- A holder of a BS Electrical Engineering (BSEE) degree from a school recognized by the government.
For RME (RA 7920, Sec. 18)
You must be a Filipino citizen, at least 18 years old, of good reputation and without a final conviction for moral turpitude. You also need one of these backgrounds:
- At least 3 years of a five-year BSEE program, or a three-year electrical engineering technology course. You also need 1 year of practice in electrical wiring and installation.
- A two-year electrician's course from a recognized vocational or trade school, plus at least 2 years of apprenticeship.
- A one-year electrician's course from a recognized vocational school, plus at least 3 years of apprenticeship.
- A four-year high school education, plus at least 5 years of apprenticeship in electrical wiring, installation, operation and maintenance.
Documents: the standard PRC set (LERIS form, school records marked "For PRC Purposes Only", PSA birth certificate, PHP 50 documentary stamp). RME applicants also need proof of their practice or apprenticeship. See our LERIS application guide.
How much does it cost?
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| REE exam fee | PHP 900 | Degree-level exam fee |
| RME exam fee | PHP 600 | Non-degree exam fee |
| Documentary stamp | PHP 50 | Face value, one stamp |
2026 exam dates and filing periods
| Exam | Exam days | Filing opened | Filing deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| REE | April 21–22, 2026 | January 21, 2026 | March 23, 2026 |
| RME | April 23, 2026 | January 21, 2026 | March 23, 2026 |
| REE | September 5–6, 2026 | June 5, 2026 | August 6, 2026 |
| RME | September 7, 2026 | June 5, 2026 | August 6, 2026 |
Source: PRC Resolution No. 2113, s. 2025. The September exams used 17 testing centers, including NCR, Baguio, Calapan, Cebu, Davao and Palawan.
How do you apply, step by step?
Online
1. Log in to LERIS and choose either Registered Electrical Engineers or Registered Master Electricians
2. Pick the April or September sitting and a testing center
3. Book your PRC appointment and pay PHP 900 (REE) or PHP 600 (RME)
4. Bring your printed form, school records and, for RME, your practice or apprenticeship records
Our LERIS guide shows the full process.
Where do you apply?
File on LERIS and bring your documents to a PRC regional office. Addresses are on 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?
Not enough apprenticeship years for RME
Count only the years after you finished your course. Each RME path sets its own minimum.
BSEE not finished yet
You cannot take the REE yet. Three years of BSEE plus 1 year of practice can qualify you for the RME.
Deadline missed
PRC does not accept late applications. Watch for the 2027 schedule.
Frequently asked questions
How much are the REE and RME exam fees in 2026?
The REE fee is PHP 900 and the RME fee is PHP 600.
When were the electrical engineering board exams in 2026?
REE: April 21–22 and September 5–6. RME: April 23 and September 7.
Can I take the RME exam without a degree?
Yes. A trade school electrician's course plus apprenticeship, or high school plus 5 years of apprenticeship, can qualify you.
What is the minimum age for the REE and RME?
You must be at least 21 for the REE and at least 18 for the RME (RA 7920).
What score do I need to pass the RME?
A general average of 70%, with no subject below 50% (RA 7920, Sec. 19).
Are the REE and RME held on the same day?
No. In both 2026 sittings, the RME was held on the day after the REE ended.
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