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DOST-SEI 2027 Reviewer, Exam Dates & Format

The DOST-SEI Undergraduate Scholarship Exam picks scholars for STEM degrees under the RA 7687 and Merit programs. Scholars get tuition of up to ₱40,000 a year, an ₱8,000 monthly living allowance, a ₱10,000 yearly learning-materials allowance and other allowances.

A record 97,617 examinees in 2026.

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Next DOST-SEI

Official date

November 14–15, 2026

The 2027 DOST-SEI scholarship exam is on November 14–15, 2026. Applications closed September 17, 2026. Results are expected around March 2027.

Source: region7.dost.gov.ph

Last held

The 2026 DOST-SEI scholarship exam was held February 21 – March 8, 2026. Held on February 21–22 and March 7–8, 2026 at 222 testing centers. A record 97,617 took it and 8,500 qualified (8.71%). Results came out May 30, 2026.

DOST-SEI at a glance

Conducted by
DOST Science Education Institute
Mode
Pen-and-paper, one sitting
Duration
180 minutes of testing in three timed parts
Qualifying
No fixed score published; 8,500 of 97,617 examinees qualified in 2026 (8.71%)

DOST-SEI exam format

  • Part I: Creative Reasoning (mechanical, spatial, verbal) plus Language and Literature — 45 minutes
  • Part II: Science — 65 minutes
  • Part III: Mathematics — 70 minutes

Question types: Multiple choice with 4 options

Wrong answers: None — your score is the number of correct answers

You can't go back to an earlier part once its time is up.

Who can take it

Natural-born Filipino Grade 12 students graduating this school year, or SHS graduates with no college units. All STEM-strand students may apply; non-STEM applicants must be in the top 5% of their class. RA 7687 applicants must also meet DOST-SEI's socioeconomic cut-offs.

Passing and admission

Qualifying
No fixed score published; 8,500 of 97,617 examinees qualified in 2026 (8.71%)

Recent DOST-SEI results

SittingResult
2026 DOST-SEI scholarship examFebruary 21 – March 8, 2026A record 97,617 took it and 8,500 qualified (8.71%). Results came out May 30, 2026. source
2025 DOST-SEI scholarship examApril 5–6, 202584,518 took it and 10,907 qualified (12.90%). Results came out June 30, 2025. source

DOST-SEI subjects

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Career Interest & Scholarship Prep

3 chapters

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Abstract Reasoning

5 chapters

General Information

6 chapters

Language Proficiency

7 chapters

Mathematics

9 chapters

Universities & Scholarships

2 chapters

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the DOST-SEI?

The DOST-SEI is the DOST-SEI Undergraduate Scholarship Examination, conducted by DOST Science Education Institute. The DOST-SEI Undergraduate Scholarship Exam picks scholars for STEM degrees under the RA 7687 and Merit programs. Scholars get tuition of up to ₱40,000 a year, an ₱8,000 monthly living allowance, a ₱10,000 yearly learning-materials allowance and other allowances.

When is the next DOST-SEI?

The 2027 DOST-SEI scholarship exam is on November 14–15, 2026. Applications closed September 17, 2026. Results are expected around March 2027. The 2026 DOST-SEI scholarship exam was held February 21 – March 8, 2026. Held on February 21–22 and March 7–8, 2026 at 222 testing centers. A record 97,617 took it and 8,500 qualified (8.71%). Results came out May 30, 2026.

Who can take the DOST-SEI?

Natural-born Filipino Grade 12 students graduating this school year, or SHS graduates with no college units. All STEM-strand students may apply; non-STEM applicants must be in the top 5% of their class. RA 7687 applicants must also meet DOST-SEI's socioeconomic cut-offs.

What is the DOST-SEI scholarship exam format?

A pen-and-paper test in three timed parts: Creative Reasoning plus Language and Literature (45 minutes), Science (65 minutes) and Mathematics (70 minutes). Each item has four options, and your score is the number of correct answers, so there's no penalty for guessing.

How many pass the DOST-SEI exam?

In 2026, 8,500 of 97,617 examinees qualified (8.71%). In 2025, 10,907 of 84,518 qualified (12.90%).

What does the DOST-SEI scholarship cover?

Tuition and fees of up to ₱40,000 a year, an ₱8,000 monthly living allowance, a ₱10,000 yearly learning-materials and connectivity allowance, plus thesis, graduation, transportation and clothing allowances and insurance.

Does Super Tutor have a DOST-SEI reviewer?

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Sources

Dates, formats and results on this page come from DOST Science Education Institute and the official notices below. Always confirm with DOST-SEI before you file or travel.