MANILA, Philippines — Thousands of aspiring professional teachers across the country are now awaiting the release of the official room assignments for the September 20, 2026 Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT), more commonly known as the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET).
The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) is expected to publish the official room assignments approximately two to three weeks before the scheduled examination date. Based on previous examination cycles, room assignment lists are anticipated to be released between the latter part of August and the second week of September 2026.
The upcoming examination remains one of the largest professional licensure tests administered in the Philippines, drawing tens of thousands of graduates from teacher education programs seeking to earn their professional licenses and join the country’s education workforce.
Important Dates for September 2026 LET Examinees
The PRC has previously announced the following key dates for the September 2026 LEPT:
- Filing of Applications: May 22, 2026 to July 23, 2026
- Expected Release of Room Assignments: Late August to Second Week of September 2026
- Examination Date: September 20, 2026
- Target Release of Results: November 27, 2026
Examinees are strongly encouraged to regularly monitor official PRC announcements and updates regarding testing venues and room assignments to avoid last-minute confusion.
What Examinees Should Do While Waiting
As the release of room assignments approaches, applicants are advised to complete all remaining requirements and preparations for the examination.
One of the most important steps is ensuring that their application through the PRC’s Licensure Examination and Registration Information System (LERIS) portal has been fully processed. Applicants should also verify that they have downloaded and printed their Notice of Admission (NOA), which serves as one of the primary documents required on examination day.
Examinees should likewise pay close attention to updates regarding testing centers. The PRC recently designated additional examination sites for the September 2026 LET, including Roxas City and Balangkayan, Eastern Samar. Candidates are advised to confirm whether these additions affect their assigned testing locations.
Apart from documentation, examinees should also prepare their examination attire. PRC guidelines require male examinees to wear a plain white polo or white shirt paired with decent slacks or pants. Female examinees are expected to wear a white blouse or white shirt with decent slacks or pants. Compliance with the prescribed dress code helps facilitate smooth entry into testing venues.
Board for Professional Teachers Oversees LET Administration
The Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers is administered by the Board for Professional Teachers (BPT), the regulatory body operating under the Professional Regulation Commission responsible for safeguarding standards within the teaching profession.
The board is tasked with ensuring that future educators possess the competencies, knowledge, and professional skills required for effective classroom instruction and educational leadership.
Current Composition of the Board
The Board for Professional Teachers is currently composed of respected education experts and leaders:
- Chairperson: Dr. Rosita L. Navarro
- Vice Chairperson: Dr. Paz I. Lucido
- Board Member: Dr. Paraluman R. Giron
- Board Member: Dr. Nora M. Uy
These officials oversee the development, administration, and evaluation of licensure examinations for aspiring teachers nationwide.
The Board for Professional Teachers performs several critical functions that directly impact the quality of education in the Philippines.
Among its primary responsibilities is the development and continuous improvement of examination content. The board formulates and updates test questions covering General Education, Professional Education, and specialization subjects to ensure alignment with current educational standards.
The board also plays a significant role in curriculum realignment and educational reforms. As the Philippine education system undergoes modernization and structural adjustments, the board works to ensure that licensure examinations remain responsive to evolving classroom needs and national learning goals.
Additionally, the board conducts comprehensive validation and review of examination results before officially recommending their release through the PRC. This process helps guarantee the integrity, fairness, and credibility of the licensure examination system.
A Crucial Step Toward the Teaching Profession
For thousands of future educators, passing the LET represents more than obtaining a professional license it symbolizes the culmination of years of academic preparation and the beginning of a career dedicated to shaping future generations.
As September 20 draws near, examinees are encouraged to remain focused on their review programs, complete all documentary requirements, and regularly check official PRC announcements regarding room assignments and examination guidelines.
With only a few weeks remaining before examination day, the anticipation continues to build among aspiring teachers nationwide, all hoping to join the ranks of licensed professional educators and contribute to the advancement of Philippine education.
PRC Identifies Regional and Satellite Testing Centers for September 2026 LET; Examinees Advised to Monitor Room Assignments
As the September 20, 2026 Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT), commonly known as the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET), draws closer, the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) has reminded examinees to regularly check official announcements regarding room assignments and testing venues across the country.
The LET remains one of the largest professional licensure examinations in the Philippines, attracting thousands of aspiring teachers seeking entry into the profession. To accommodate the growing number of examinees and reduce travel costs, the PRC continues to utilize both major regional testing centers and satellite examination sites nationwide.
The room assignments, which are expected to be released weeks before the examination date, will be organized according to the testing region and designated city where applicants filed or were assigned.
Major Regional Testing Centers
The PRC conducts the LET in key regional hubs throughout the country to ensure broad accessibility for teacher education graduates.
For the National Capital Region (NCR), examinees are assigned to testing venues within Metro Manila. In Northern Luzon, testing centers include Baguio City in the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR), Rosales in Pangasinan for Region I, and Tuguegarao City for Region II.
Region III examinees are generally assigned to Pampanga, while Region IV-A candidates are accommodated in Lucena City. For Region IV-B, testing venues are typically located in Calapan, Oriental Mindoro, and Palawan.
In the Bicol Region, Legazpi City serves as the primary testing hub. Western Visayas examinees are assigned to Iloilo City, while Central Visayas candidates take the examination in Cebu City. Eastern Visayas testing is centered in Tacloban City.
For Mindanao, major testing centers include Pagadian City and Zamboanga City in Region IX, Cagayan de Oro City in Region X, Davao City in Region XI, Koronadal City in Region XII, and Butuan City for the CARAGA Region.
These regional centers serve as the primary locations where thousands of LET examinees gather every examination cycle.
Additional Satellite Testing Centers Activated
To bring examination services closer to applicants and lessen transportation expenses, the PRC has also expanded the use of satellite testing centers in selected provinces and cities.
In Luzon, satellite examination sites include Batanes, Cauayan in Isabela, Nueva Vizcaya, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Bayambang in Pangasinan, Marinduque, Romblon, Sablayan in Occidental Mindoro, Lipa City in Batangas, Laguna, Masbate City, and Virac in Catanduanes.
Several provincial locations in the Visayas have likewise been designated as testing centers, including Bacolod City, Bohol, Dumaguete City, and Maasin City in Southern Leyte.
Meanwhile, Mindanao examinees may be assigned to testing venues in Digos City, Mati City, Tagum City, General Santos City, Kidapawan City, and Oroquieta City in Misamis Occidental.
Education stakeholders have welcomed the continued expansion of satellite testing centers, noting that they significantly reduce travel time, lodging expenses, and logistical challenges for aspiring teachers, particularly those residing in geographically isolated areas.
Importance of Checking Room Assignments
The PRC emphasizes that applicants should not assume their testing locations based solely on regional assignments. Official room assignments contain crucial information, including the exact school building, room number, reporting time, and examination instructions.
Examinees are encouraged to download and print their Notice of Admission (NOA) through the PRC’s Licensure Examination and Registration Information System (LERIS) and verify all personal information before examination day.
Candidates are likewise reminded to familiarize themselves with the route to their testing venue, prepare all required documents in advance, and strictly follow PRC examination guidelines, including the prescribed dress code.
Thousands Prepare for the September LET
With only a few months remaining before the September 2026 examination, review centers and colleges of education across the country continue to intensify review programs and preparatory activities for future teachers.
The LET serves as the gateway to professional teaching practice in the Philippines and remains one of the most important milestones for education graduates seeking careers in public and private schools.
As anticipation builds, thousands of examinees are expected to closely monitor PRC announcements regarding room assignments, testing venues, and final examination reminders as they prepare for one of the most significant examinations of their professional journey.