CELE 2027 Reviewer, Exam Dates & Format
The Civil Engineer Licensure Examination is a two-day PRC exam of three weighted subjects, held twice a year.
About 31,000 examinees in 2025.
Next CELE
Expected — not yet announcedExpected March–April 2027 (not yet announced)
The first 2027 CELE is expected in March–April 2027; PRC hasn't announced the date yet.
Source: prc.gov.ph
Last held
The September 2026 CELE was held September 26–27, 2026. 6,337 of 17,062 examinees passed (37.14%). Results came out October 2, 2026.
CELE at a glance
- Conducted by
- Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) — Board of Civil Engineering
- Mode
- Paper-based
- Duration
- 2 days: 6 hours on day 1, 9 hours on day 2
- Fee
- ₱900
- Passing rule
- 70% weighted average, no subject below 50%
CELE exam format
- Principles of Structural Analysis and Design — 35% (day 1)
- Applied Mathematics, Surveying, Transportation and Highway Engineering, Construction Management and Methods — 35% (day 2)
- Hydraulics and Principles of Geotechnical Engineering — 30% (day 2)
Question types: Multiple choice, mostly problem-solving
Who can take it
BS Civil Engineering graduate from a CHED-recognized school.
Passing and admission
- Passing rule
- 70% weighted average, no subject below 50%
Recent CELE results
CELE subjects
Chapter-by-chapter notes you can read free
Engineering Mathematics
10 chapters
Surveying (Geomatics)
9 chapters
Transportation & Highway Engineering
4 chapters
Construction Management & Methods
5 chapters
Hydraulics & Fluid Mechanics
10 chapters
Geotechnical Engineering
11 chapters
Engineering Mechanics
8 chapters
Strength of Materials
8 chapters
Structural Theory & Analysis
6 chapters
Reinforced & Prestressed Concrete
7 chapters
Steel & Timber Design
5 chapters
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CELE?
The CELE is the Civil Engineer Licensure Examination, conducted by Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) — Board of Civil Engineering. The Civil Engineer Licensure Examination is a two-day PRC exam of three weighted subjects, held twice a year.
When is the next CELE?
The first 2027 CELE is expected in March–April 2027; PRC hasn't announced the date yet. The September 2026 CELE was held September 26–27, 2026. 6,337 of 17,062 examinees passed (37.14%). Results came out October 2, 2026.
Who can take the CELE?
BS Civil Engineering graduate from a CHED-recognized school.
What is the passing grade for the Civil Engineering board exam?
A 70% weighted average with no subject below 50%.
What subjects are on the CELE?
Three, over two days: Principles of Structural Analysis and Design (35%); Applied Mathematics, Surveying, Transportation and Highway Engineering, and Construction Management (35%); and Hydraulics and Principles of Geotechnical Engineering (30%).
What is the CELE passing rate?
29.21% in April 2025, 30.39% in November 2025 and 35.05% in March 2026.
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Sources
Dates, formats and results on this page come from Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) — Board of Civil Engineering and the official notices below. Always confirm with PRC before you file or travel.