MANILA, Philippines — The University of the Philippines (UP) releases the results of the University of the Philippines College Admission Test (UPCAT) for Academic Year (AY) 2026–2027 on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
UP President Angelo Jimenez announced that 18,350 out of 147,437 applicants (12.44%) have received admission notices, including those accepted into degree programs and those placed on the waitlist.
In a Facebook post, the UP Office of Admissions advised applicants to log in to the official results portal according to the following schedule based on the first letter of their surname:
A–F: 7:00 a.m. – 9:59 a.m.
G–M: 10:00 a.m. – 12:59 p.m.
N–S: 1:00 p.m. – 3:59 p.m.
T–Z: 4:00 p.m. – 6:59 p.m.
A–Z (open for all): 7:00 p.m. onwards
Access the UPCAT 2026 results portal at https://upcat2026results.up.edu.ph/ using the login credentials you used to apply.
Applicants who are offered a slot must reply to the offer by May 16, 2026, Saturday.
More than 140,000 applicants took the UPCAT on August 2 and 3, 2025, administered across 117 testing centers nationwide. Successful examinees will be admitted in the first semester of the next academic year.
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Where to Check UPCAT 2026 Results
Update (April 22, 2026): UPCAT results are out!
Update (April 21, 2026): The University of the Philippines (UP) has launched the official microsite for UPCAT 2026 results and announcements.
According to UP: “UPCAT 2026 results are not yet available. Please stay tuned for further updates. Official announcements will be posted on the UP Office of Admissions’ Facebook page and sent via email once the results are available for viewing.”
To view results, applicants must use the same email address used during the application process. Those who qualify for admission should follow the registration instructions issued by the UP college or unit to which they have been accepted.
UPCAT Passing Rate and Admission Criteria
In previous years, UP said that roughly 10 percent of UPCAT examinees typically qualify, with the university able to accept around 15,000 freshmen.
For AY 2025–2026, the passing rate increased to 13 percent, with 17,996 qualifiers out of 135,236 applicants.
Admission is based on the UP Admission Grade (UPG), which is computed from:
- 60 percent UPCAT test results
- 40 percent final grades from Grade 8 to Grade 11
“Ang batayan ng UPCAT is 60 percent ng weight ay doon sa test, but 40 percent ang batayan natin [from] Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10 at Grade 11,” UP President Angelo Jimenez previously said.
UP also considers socioeconomic and geographic factors to support its policy of democratic access to education.
UP Selection Process
Admission to UP is highly competitive due to strong demand from applicants nationwide. Candidates are ranked based on indicators of academic preparedness, campus quotas, and cut-off grades.
Applicants may receive an offer of admission to only one UP campus, based on their preferences and ranking. Degree programs vary in competitiveness, with some admitting fewer students due to high demand.
UPCAT Coverage
The UPCAT consists of four subtests:
- Language Proficiency (English and Filipino)
- Reading Comprehension (English and Filipino)
- Science
- Mathematics
Tuition, Scholarships, and Financial Assistance
In line with the Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act of 2017, all eligible students enrolling in UP for AY 2026–2027 will enjoy free tuition and miscellaneous fees.
Beyond government subsidies, UP also provides additional financial assistance programs to qualified students.
Alternative Entry Paths for Non-Qualifiers
UP Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Leo Cubillan said non-UPCAT qualifiers may still pursue admission by enrolling in associate degree programs offered by various UP campuses or by studying in another school for one year before transferring.
The UP Open University also offers undergraduate programs to applicants who pass the Undergraduate Assessment Test (UgAT).
Good luck and congratulations in advance to all aspiring Iskolar ng Bayan!
— The Summit Express