Nursing Board Exam Application 2026: NLE on LERIS
Quick answer
The Nurse Licensure Examination (NLE) costs PHP 900, paid when you file on PRC LERIS. The 2026 NLE ran on February 26–27 and August 29–30, and filing for both is closed. You need a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from a school that meets government standards.
What are the requirements?
Who can take the NLE (RA 9173, Sec. 13):
- A Filipino citizen, or a citizen of a country that lets Filipino nurses practice there on equal terms.
- Of good moral character.
- A holder of a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from a recognized college or university.
Documents: the standard PRC set: LERIS form, TOR with the remark "For PRC Purposes Only", PSA birth certificate and a PHP 50 documentary stamp. See the full list in our LERIS application guide.
How much does it cost?
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NLE exam fee | PHP 900 | Degree-level exam fee |
| Removal exam (failed subjects only) | PHP 450 | PRC conditional/removal fee |
| Documentary stamp | PHP 50 | Face value, one stamp |
2026 NLE dates and filing periods
| Exam days | Filing opened | Filing deadline |
|---|---|---|
| February 26–27, 2026 | November 28, 2025 | January 27, 2026 |
| August 29–30, 2026 (Saturday and Sunday) | May 15, 2026 | July 15, 2026 |
Source: PRC Resolution No. 2113, s. 2025. The August exam had 26 testing centers, including NCR, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Cabanatuan and Urdaneta.
How do you apply, step by step?
Online
1. Log in to LERIS and choose the Nurse Licensure Examination
2. Select the exam date and the testing center nearest you
3. Book your PRC appointment and pay the PHP 900 fee
4. Bring your printed form, nursing TOR and PSA birth certificate on your appointment date
The full screen-by-screen process is in our LERIS guide.
Where do you apply?
File on LERIS; document checking happens at a PRC regional office. Find one 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?
Name on TOR differs from PSA
Ask your school to correct the TOR before you file. PRC checks both documents.
TOR without graduation date
Bring your college diploma, original + photocopy.
Filing period closed
PRC takes no late applications. Watch for the next NLE in the PRC schedule.
Failed one or two subjects
Check the passing rules below before you file again. You may only need to retake some subjects.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the NLE fee in 2026?
The NLE fee is PHP 900. A removal exam for failed subjects costs PHP 450.
When was the 2026 nursing board exam?
PRC held the NLE on February 26–27 and August 29–30, 2026.
What score do I need to pass the NLE?
You need a general average of at least 75%, with no subject below 60% (RA 9173, Sec. 15).
What if my average is 75% but one subject is below 60%?
You retake only the subjects rated below 60%. You must score at least 75% in each retaken subject to pass.
Can foreign nationals take the NLE?
Only citizens of countries that allow Filipino nurses to practice there on the same terms (RA 9173, Sec. 13).
Can I choose a testing center outside my region?
Yes. LERIS lets you choose any testing center listed for your exam date.
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