Professional Regulation Commission - National Capital Region

02/10/2026

Important Reminders on Examination Policies and Allowable Items
The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC/Commission) reminds all examinees to strictly observe the following policies to ensure orderly, secure, and uniform conduct of licensure examinations:
1. Transparent Plastic Envelope as the Default Allowable Container
• Examinees may bring ONLY ONE (1) transparent plastic envelope, with or without a handle, for examination-related documents and materials.
• Maximum size: fifteen (15) inches in length, ten (10) inches in width, and one and a half (1.5) inches in expanded depth.
• This shall be the primary and default container for allowable belongings.
2. Water and Food Containers
• Water must be in a transparent, single-use plastic bottle free from labels, markings, stickers, or any other material that may contain or convey written information.
• Colored tumblers may be allowed, subject to inspection.
• A transparent open-top hand-carry bag or tote bag may be allowed for food, drinks, and essential personal items that cannot reasonably fit inside the prescribed transparent plastic envelope, subject to inspection.
• The tote bag must not have a zipper, snap button, magnetic closure, drawstring, or other means of closing or securing the bag.
3. Strictly Prohibited Items
The following are NOT ALLOWED inside the examination venue:
• Books, codes, written materials, and other examination aides, cellphones, smartwatches, tablets, smart glasses, wireless earbuds, and other smart gadgets or electronic devices capable of capturing, storing, accessing, receiving, transmitting, or communicating information are strictly prohibited inside the examination venue.
• Bags of any kind, including transparent backpacks, duffel bags, eco-bags, plastic shopping bags, and other similar containers, shall not be allowed inside the examination venue, except the specifically allowed transparent open-top hand-carry bag or tote bag, subject to inspection.
IMPORTANT REMINDER:
To avoid inconvenience, delays, or possible examination-related violations, examinees are strongly advised to bring ONLY the items expressly allowed under the examination guidelines.
For queries and concerns, examinees may contact the Licensure Office at [email protected] or [email protected], or the concerned PRC Regional Office through this link: https://prc.gov.ph/regional-offices-contact-information
For other official updates and announcements on the licensure examinations, please visit the PRC website at https://prc.gov.ph/ and follow the PRC official page at https://www.facebook.com/professionalregulationcommission
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28/09/2026

PRC Observes “Kainang Pamilya Mahalaga Day”
Pursuant to Memorandum Circular No. 136 of the Office of the President, reiterating Proclamation No.60 (s. 1992), declaring the last week of September of every year as “Family Week”, and Proclamation No. 326 (s. 2012), declaring every fourth Monday of September of every year as “Kainang Pamilya Mahalaga” Day, the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announces the temporary suspension of operations in all PRC Offices and Offsite Service Centers nationwide, effective 1:00 P.M. on September 28, 2026 (Monday).
As we celebrate, may every Filipino family continue to be a source of strength and inspiration in building a caring, resilient, and united nation.
Affected appointments will be accommodated upon resumption of operations on September 29, 2026 (Tuesday).



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PRC Observes “Kainang Pamilya Mahalaga Day”

Pursuant to Memorandum Circular No. 136 of the Office of the President, reiterating Proclamation No.60 (s. 1992), declaring the last week of September of every year as “Family Week”, and Proclamation No. 326 (s. 2012), declaring every fourth Monday of September of every year as “Kainang Pamilya Mahalaga” Day, the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announces the temporary suspension of operations in all PRC Offices and Offsite Service Centers nationwide, effective 1:00 P.M. on September 28, 2026 (Monday).

As we celebrate, may every Filipino family continue to be a source of strength and inspiration in building a caring, resilient, and united nation.

Affected appointments will be accommodated upon resumption of operations on September 29, 2026 (Tuesday).





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18/09/2026

Temporary Suspension of Frontline Services on September 21, 2026 (Monday)

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) informs the public of the temporary suspension of frontline services in all PRC Regional Offices, including Satellite, and Offsite Service Centers on September 21, 2026 (Monday) due to various post-licensure activities for the September 2026 Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT).

Affected appointments will be accommodated upon resumption of frontline services on September 22, 2026 (Tuesday).

For further queries or concerns, please contact the concerned PRC Regional Office through its official email address, available at https://prc.gov.ph/regional-offices-contact-information.

For updates and other announcements, please visit the PRC website at https://prc.gov.ph/ or follow the PRC Official page at https://www.facebook.com/professionalregulationcommission.



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14/09/2026

PRC-NCR RUNS IN THE SPIRIT OF PUBLIC SERVICE AT THE LINGKOD BAYANI FUN RUN 2026, MARKING THE PCSA 126TH ANNIVERSARY

The Professional Regulation Commission–National Capital Region (PRC-NCR) participated in the Lingkod Bayani Fun Run 2026 on 13 September 2026, at the Quirino Grandstand, Luneta Park, Manila. The event was organized by the Civil Service Commission (CSC) in celebration of the 126th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary (PCSA).

An estimated 39,000 public servants, private citizens, families, and members of running communities participated in the said fun run, which carried the theme, “Bawat Kawani, Lingkod Bayani: Puso, Dangal, at Galing Para sa Bayan.” The event promotes wellness and raises funds for the Civil Service Commission’s Pamanang Lingkod Bayani Program, which provides financial and scholarship assistance to the families of civil servants who died in the line of duty.

This initiative not only strengthens unity within the community but also demonstrates how we can come together for the betterment of our nation and the benefit of everyone—sentiments that PRC-NCR strongly supports and strives to uphold at all times.

09/09/2026

Work-from-Home Arrangement in PRC Affected Offices on September 10, 2026 (Thursday)

Pursuant to Memorandum Circular No. 135 issued by the Office of the President, the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC / Commission) informs the public that all PRC Offices and Service Centers in the National Capital Region and the provinces of La Union, Pangasinan, Benguet, Bataan, Bulacan, Pampanga, Zambales, Batangas, Cavite, Laguna, Rizal, Occidental Mindoro, and Oriental Mindoro will implement a work-from-home arrangement on September 10, 2026 (Thursday).

This work arrangement is being implemented upon the recommendation of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC), in anticipation of continued heavy rainfall associated with the enhanced Southwest Monsoon, and considering the cumulative effects of prolonged rainfall.

All onsite appointments scheduled on the said date will be accommodated upon the resumption of regular onsite operations.

The PRC advises the public to monitor its official communication channels for further announcements and updates.

Stay safe, everyone!

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09/09/2026

The Professional Regulation Commission – National Capital Region (PRC-NCR) announces the temporary suspension of operations at PRC-NCR Regional Office and its Offsite Service Centers on 10 September 2026 (Thursday).

This is pursuant to Memorandum Circular No. 135, suspending work in government offices or adoption of alternative work arrangements due to the heavy rainfall.

Clients with appointments on the said date will be accommodated upon the resumption of operations.

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ALTERNATIVE WORK ARRANGEMENTS FOR GOVERNMENT OFFICES, ALTERNATIVE LEARNING MODES FOR SCHOOLS ON SEPTEMBER 10

Pursuant to Memorandum Circular No. 135, government offices are directed to implement appropriate alternative work arrangements in the National Capital Region and the following provinces on September 10, 2026, in anticipation of continued heavy rainfall associated with the enhanced Southwest Monsoon (Habagat) and the cumulative effects of prolonged rainfall:

📍 National Capital Region (NCR)
📍 La Union
📍 Pangasinan
📍 Benguet
📍 Bataan
📍 Bulacan
📍 Pampanga
📍 Zambales
📍 Batangas
📍 Cavite
📍 Laguna
📍 Rizal
📍 Occidental Mindoro
📍 Oriental Mindoro

Unless otherwise directed by their respective Local Chief Executives, alternative learning modes for classes at all levels in public and private schools shall be implemented in the aforementioned areas.

Agencies involved in the delivery of basic and health services, disaster preparedness and response, and other vital services shall continue their operations and render the necessary services.

Contract of Service (COS) and Job Order (JO) workers placed under alternative work arrangements shall be paid their corresponding wages or salaries, subject to applicable rules and regulations.

The suspension of work or adoption of alternative work arrangements in the private sector shall be left to the discretion of management.

07/09/2026

EXAMINATION ADVISORY!

The Professional Regulation Commission–National Capital Region (PRC-NCR) hereby announces the updated room assignments for the September 2026 Nurses Licensure Examination.

The official room assignments are posted on the PRC website. You may also scan the QR code below to easily access the official room assignments. You may notice that the dates indicated in the updated room assignments are still August 29 and 30. Please take note that the room assignments have already been updated, and the version posted is the correct and final version.

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29/08/2026

CANCELLATION AND RESCHEDULING OF THE SECOND DAY OF THE AUGUST 2026 NURSES LICENSURE EXAMINATION IN METRO MANILA

Due to the prevailing adverse weather conditions and the Heavy Rainfall Warnings issued by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA), the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) informs all concerned examinees that the second day of the August 2026 Nurses Licensure Examination (NLE), originally scheduled on 30 August 2026 (Sunday), in all testing centers in METRO MANILA is CANCELLED.

The cancelled examination day is RESCHEDULED to 12 September 2026 (Saturday).

This measure is being undertaken to ensure the safety and welfare of examinees, examination personnel, and other stakeholders, as well as the safe and orderly conduct of the licensure examination.

Affected examinees are advised to regularly monitor the official PRC website and social media channels for further announcements and specific instructions regarding the rescheduled examination.

28/08/2026

The Professional Regulation Commission–National Capital Region (PRC-NCR) hereby announces the updated room assignments for the September 2026 Psychology and Psychometrician Licensure Examinations.

The official room assignments are posted on the PRC website. You may also scan the QR code below to easily access the official room assignments. You may notice that the dates indicated in the updated room assignments are still August 19 and 20. Please take note that the room assignments have already been updated, and the version posted is the correct and final version.

Additionally, examinees are reminded to bring all the necessary items stated in the Board Program, especially their Notice of Admission (NOA), lunch and snacks, water, and personal sanitary and hygiene essentials, before entering the examination venue.

28/08/2026

The Professional Regulation Commission – National Capital Region (PRC-NCR) announces the temporary suspension of operations at PRC-NCR Regional Office and its Offsite Service Centers on 28 August 2026 (Friday).

This is pursuant to Memorandum Circular No. 132, suspending work in government offices at 1:00 PM onwards in view of the further intensification of the Southwest Monsoon.

Clients with appointments on the said date will be accommodated upon the resumption of operations.

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