CLE / LEC RESULTS 2026 – The August 2026 Criminology Licensure Exam (CLE) results, including the alphabetical list of passers, top 10 examinees (topnotchers), top performing schools, and performance of schools, are released by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) on or before September 4, 2026, twenty-two (22) working days after the last day of exams.
The PRC Board of Criminology administered the second regular CLE this year on August 1, 2, and 3, 2026 across testing centers in Manila, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Mati, Palawan, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, Zamboanga, Antique, Bacolod, Bayambang, Bohol, Cauayan, Dumaguete, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Kidapawan, Lipa (Batangas), Nueva Vizcaya, Santiago City and Sablayan (Occidental Mindoro).
The members of the Board of Criminology who gave the licensure examination are Hon. Ramil G. Gabao, Chairman; Hon. Lani T. Palmones and Hon. Warren M. Corpuz, Members.
CLE Results August 2026 Summary
- List of Passers: A-B | C-F | G-K | L-N | O-R | S-Z
- List of Topnotchers: August 2026 Criminology Licensure Exam Results
- Performance of Schools: Criminologist Board Exam Results August 2026
Roll of Successful Examinees in the
CRIMINOLOGIST LICENSURE EXAMINATION
Held on AUGUST 1-3, 2026
Expected Release on SEPTEMBER 4, 2026
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Release of Results
According to PRC Resolution No. 2113 s. 2025, the August 2026 Criminologist Licensure Examination (CLE) results will be released on Friday, September 4, 2026, twenty-two (22) working days after the tests.
Please note that the release of the Criminology Board Exam results may vary and could be posted earlier or later than the expected date. For reference, the February 2026 CLE results were released after twenty-six (26) working days. We recommend bookmarking this page and following our social media channels to stay updated with the latest and most accurate announcements.
Registration and Oathtaking
PRC announced that registration for the issuance of the Professional Identification Card (ID) and Certificate of Registration will be conducted online. Passers are advised to visit the official PRC website at https://online.prc.gov.ph/ and follow the step-by-step instructions for initial registration.
Date of Registration: TBA
Those who will register are required to bring the following:
- downloaded duly accomplished Oath Form or Panunumpa ng Propesyonal
- notice of admission (for identification only)
- 2 pieces passport sized pictures (colored with white background and complete name tag)
- 2 sets of documentary stamps
- 1 piece short brown envelope
All successful examinees are required to personally complete their registration and sign the Roster of Registered Professionals.
Meanwhile, the schedule and venue for the oathtaking ceremony will be announced at a later date.
Verification of Ratings
All examinees of the August 2026 Licensure Exam for Criminologists (LEC), successful and unsuccessful, may verify their ratings online in few working days after the posting of results.
Refer to PRC Official Website to check your board exam ratings or score.
The examinee is required to provide only the exam name, examination date, application number, first name, last name, and date of birth.
Coverage of Examination
The August 2026 Criminologist board exam covered the following subjects:
- criminal law, jurisprudence and procedure and law enforcement administration (Day 1)
- crime detection and investigation and forensic science (Day 2)
- correctional administration and criminology (Day 3).
Previous Examinations
The Criminologist Licensure Examination (CLE) is one of the Professional Regulation Commission's (PRC) largest licensure examinations, consistently attracting tens of thousands of aspiring criminologists nationwide.
In the February 2026 CLE, the PRC released the results after twenty-six (26) working days. A total of 30,320 out of 45,936 examinees successfully passed the examination, translating to a 66.00% passing rate. Khim Erole Lawyan Batersal of Lanao School of Science and Technology topped the board with a rating of 93.05%. The University of Iloilo emerged as the top-performing school in the 200 or more examinees category, posting a 96.76% passing rate with 448 out of 463 passers.
In the August 2025 CLE, results were likewise released after twenty-six (26) working days. The PRC reported that 13,074 out of 25,410 examinees passed the examination, equivalent to a 51.45% passing rate. Stephanie Lucquiao Sajor of Araullo University–San Jose ranked first with a rating of 92.40%. Araullo University also topped the list of performing schools in the 200 or more examinees category, achieving a 92.80% passing rate with 348 out of 375 passers.
For the February 2025 CLE, the PRC announced the results after twenty (20) working days. A total of 22,245 out of 36,768 examinees passed the licensure examination, for a 60.50% passing rate. John Michael Bundalian Amio of Holy Angel University placed first with a rating of 92.20%. The University of Iloilo led the top-performing schools in the 200 or more examinees category after registering a 96.44% passing rate, with 271 out of 281 examinees passing.
Here are the statistics of Criminology board exam results in the previous 22 exams:
| Exam Date | Total Examinees | Total Passers | Passing Rate | No. of Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 2026 | 45,936 | 30,320 | 66.00% | 26 |
| August 2025 | 25,410 | 13,074 | 51.45% | 26 |
| February 2025 | 36,768 | 22,245 | 60.50% | 20 |
| July 2024 | 22,539 | 11,121 | 49.34% | 14 |
| February 2024 | 32,495 | 15,684 | 48.27% | 22 |
| August 2023 | 17,576 | 5,743 | 32.68% | 14 |
| April 2023 | 13,000 | 4,139 | 31.84% | 16 |
| December 2022 | 33,489 | 11,098 | 33.14% | 30 |
| June 2022 | 41,913 | 12,698 | 30.30% | 29 |
| December 2021 | 33,983 | 11,610 | 34.16% | 31 |
| November 2019 | 43,512 | 19,191 | 44.11% | 22 |
| June 2019 | 20,797 | 7,998 | 38.46% | 13 |
| December 2018 | 41,341 | 14,324 | 34.65% | 15 |
| June 2018 | 21,894 | 7,307 | 33.37% | 12 |
| December 2017 | 36,516 | 13,025 | 35.67% | 21 |
| June 2017 | 20,819 | 5,202 | 24.99% | 12 |
| October 2016 | 34,768 | 10,901 | 31.35% | 25 |
| April 2016 | 16,435 | 3,928 | 23.90% | 11 |
| October 2015 | 29,591 | 9,671 | 32.68% | 24 |
| April 2015 | 14,696 | 4,337 | 29.51% | 13 |
| October 2014 | 28,187 | 12,245 | 43.44% | 26 |
| April 2014 | 13,873 | 4,688 | 33.79% | 9 |
LERIS Account Assistance
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To reset your password, click the "Forgot Password" button and follow the instructions, including entering your email address and verifying it with a one-time password (OTP).
If you encounter any errors, try refreshing the page or email technicalassistance@prc.gov.ph with a screenshot and a brief description of the issue.
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Contact PRC
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- licensure.division@prc.gov.ph
- licensure.office@prc.gov.ph
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