ChELE 2026: Exam Dates, Format & Passing Rules
The Chemical Engineer Licensure Examination is a three-day, computer-based PRC exam of three weighted subjects, held twice a year.
1,709 examinees in 2025.
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Next ChELE
Official dateNovember 14–16, 2026
The November 2026 Chemical Engineer Licensure Exam is on November 14–16, 2026. Computer-based. Filing runs August 14 – October 15, 2026. PRC targets releasing results on November 18, 2026.
Source: prc.gov.ph
Last held
The May 2026 Chemical Engineer Licensure Exam was held May 20–22, 2026. 565 of 728 examinees passed (77.61%). Results came out May 25, 2026.
ChELE at a glance
- Conducted by
- Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) — Board of Chemical Engineering
- Mode
- Computer-based (PRC CBLE)
- Duration
- 3 days
- Fee
- ₱900
- Passing rule
- 70% general average, no subject below 50% (RA 9297)
ChELE exam format
- Physical and Chemical Principles — 30%
- Chemical Engineering Principles — 40%
- General Engineering — 30%
Question types: Multiple choice
Perry's Handbook and an updated periodic table are allowed.
Who can take it
BS Chemical Engineering graduate from a CHED-recognized program.
Passing and admission
- Passing rule
- 70% general average, no subject below 50% (RA 9297)
Recent ChELE results
| Sitting | Result |
|---|---|
| May 2026 Chemical Engineer Licensure ExamMay 20–22, 2026 | 565 of 728 examinees passed (77.61%). Results came out May 25, 2026. source |
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What is the ChELE?
The ChELE is the Chemical Engineer Licensure Examination, conducted by Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) — Board of Chemical Engineering. The Chemical Engineer Licensure Examination is a three-day, computer-based PRC exam of three weighted subjects, held twice a year.
When is the next ChELE?
The November 2026 Chemical Engineer Licensure Exam is on November 14–16, 2026. Computer-based. Filing runs August 14 – October 15, 2026. PRC targets releasing results on November 18, 2026. The May 2026 Chemical Engineer Licensure Exam was held May 20–22, 2026. 565 of 728 examinees passed (77.61%). Results came out May 25, 2026.
Who can take the ChELE?
BS Chemical Engineering graduate from a CHED-recognized program.
Does Super Tutor have a ChELE reviewer?
Not yet. Super Tutor doesn't have a reviewer for the ChELE; this page covers the official exam facts.
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Sources
Dates, formats and results on this page come from Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) — Board of Chemical Engineering and the official notices below. Always confirm with PRC before you file or travel.