PMAEE 2026: Philippine Military Academy Entrance Exam Overview

PMAEE 2026: Philippine Military Academy Entrance Exam Overview

The Philippine Military Academy Entrance Examination (PMAEE) is the most rigorous military entrance exam in PHL — gateway to PMA cadetship for AFP officer commissioning.

What PMAEE tests

PMAEE format (administered by AFP-PMA Recruitment Office):

1. Mental Aptitude — verbal + quantitative reasoning, abstract patterns
2. English Proficiency — grammar, vocabulary, comprehension
3. Mathematics — SHS-level math (algebra, geometry, basic trig)
4. Science — biology, chemistry, physics, earth science
5. General Information — Constitution, AFP knowledge, current events

Plus separate physical fitness test, medical examination, neuropsychiatric examination, background investigation, and personal interview.

Total ~250-300 items in the written portion. ~4-5 hours.

Pass criteria

PMAEE doesn't have a fixed published cutoff. The AFP takes the top ~250-300 candidates per cycle out of 5,000-7,000 applicants for cadetship.

Acceptance rate: ~4-6%.

What PMAEE unlocks

• PMA Cadetship (4-year programme)
• Bachelor of Science degree
• Guaranteed Police Lieutenant / Navy Ensign / Air Force 2nd Lieutenant commission upon graduation
• Lifetime AFP officer career path
• Full tuition + room/board + monthly stipend during PMA

PMA cadet life

• Reception of new cadets in May
• 4-year intensive programme combining academic + military training
• Daily PT, classroom, tactical training
• Strict military discipline
• Ranks during PMA: 4th Class (plebe), 3rd Class, 2nd Class, 1st Class

Where Super Tutor fits

Super Tutor's PMAEE track covers the written portion sub-tests.

What to read next

The PMAEE 2026 pillar guide covers prep approach.