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NLE 2026 Syllabus, Reviewer & Cutoff

The PNLE is the licensure exam for Filipino registered nurses. It covers 5 Nursing Practice test areas administered over 2 days. ~60,000+ takers per year.

Exam

NLE

Full Name

Philippine Nurse Licensure Examination (PNLE)

Conducted By

Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) — Board of Nursing

Mode

Paper-based

Duration

2 days, around 3 hours per session × 5 sessions

Total Marks

500

Eligibility for NLE 2026

Filipino citizen who completed the BSN degree, of good moral character and reputation.

NLE Exam Pattern 2026

Mode

Paper-based

Duration

2 days, around 3 hours per session × 5 sessions

Total Marks

500

Subjects

10

Sections

Nursing Practice I
Nursing Practice II
Nursing Practice III
Nursing Practice IV
Nursing Practice V

Question Types: Multiple choice with 4 options

NLE Subjects

Nursing Practice I — FoundationsNursing Practice II — Medical-SurgicalNursing Practice III — Maternal & ChildNursing Practice IV — CommunityNursing Practice V — PsychiatricPharmacology FocusDosage Calculation FocusInfection Control FocusPhilippine Nursing LawsPNLE Strategy

NLE Important Dates 2026

EventExpected Date
PNLE ApplicationBi-annual
PNLE ExamMay and November 2026

Dates are based on previous year patterns and may change. Check the official Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) — Board of Nursing website for confirmed dates.

NLE Cutoff & Expected Scores

Category / CollegeExpected Cutoff
Passing Rating75% weighted average with no sub-test below 60%

Cutoffs are approximate and based on previous year trends. Actual cutoffs may vary.

Where This Exam Leads NLE

1All Philippine hospitals and clinics
2PhilHealth-accredited facilities
3Overseas health systems

How to Prepare for NLE 2026

  1. Master the 10 subjects: Focus on Nursing Practice I — Foundations and Nursing Practice II — Medical-Surgical first as they carry the most marks.
  2. Understand the exam pattern: Multiple choice with 4 options. Know the marking scheme inside out.
  3. Practice previous year papers: Solve at least 5 years of papers under timed conditions (2 days, around 3 hours per session × 5 sessions).
  4. Take mock tests: Simulate the Paper-based experience. Aim for 500 marks total.
  5. Revise regularly: Use revision notes and formula sheets. Don't leave revision for the last week.

NLE Subjects

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is NLE?

NLE stands for Philippine Nurse Licensure Examination (PNLE). It is conducted by Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) — Board of Nursing and is one of the key entrance exams for students and professionals in the Philippines.

NLE 2026 dates are expected to be announced by Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) — Board of Nursing. Check the important dates section above for registration, exam, and result dates based on previous year patterns.

Start by understanding the complete syllabus and exam pattern. Focus on high-weightage topics, practice previous year papers, and take mock tests regularly. See our preparation guide section for a detailed month-wise strategy.

Eligibility criteria are set by Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) — Board of Nursing and typically include educational qualifications, age limits, and nationality requirements. Check the official website for the most current eligibility criteria and documentary requirements.

A "good score" depends on the college and branch you're targeting. Check the cutoff section for previous year cutoffs to understand the score ranges for different schools, programmes, roles, and categories.