Physician Board Exam Application Guide 2025: How to File, Requirements, and Schedule

Getting ready to file your Physician Board Exam Application this 2025?

You’re in the right place.

This guide is created by the BPP team — experts in board exam applications, using only verified info from the PRC. That means it’s always accurate and up-to-date.

Inside, you’ll get a full step-by-step on how to apply, plus the requirements, deadlines, and helpful tips you need.

You’ve landed on the right page. Let’s make your board exam application easy and hassle-free!

Schedule of Application

The latest application period for the Physician Licensure Examination (PLE) was from May 22, 2025 to July 22, 2025.

• PLE Opening of Application: May 22, 2025
• PLE Deadline of Application: July 22, 2025

Following with the Important schedule which are:

• PLE Examination Date: October 04, 05, 11 & 12, 2025
• PLE Target Release of Result: October 16, 2025

Knowing this dates is necessary to make sure you don’t apply too early or too late, help you prepare for the exam, and let you know when to expect your results.

Requirement for Filing the Application

To apply for the Physician Licensure Examination (PLE), make sure you have the following:

For Prelims Only (For those enrolled as Medical Student in a Commission on Higher Education (CHED) recognized Medical Schools:

1. Philippine Statistic Authority (PSA) Birth Certificate;
2. PSA Marriage Contract (for married female applicants);
3. Transcript of Record (TOR) and
4. Good Moral Character from the Dean of College of Medicine

For Physician Licensure Examination (Final Complete):

A. Filipino Citizen Who Obtained Medical Degree from Philippine Medical Schools:

1. PSA Birth Certificate;
2. PSA Marriage Contract (for married female applicants);
3. Two (2) Certificates of Good Moral Character from any two (2) of the following:
   • a) Medical School where he/she graduated from
   • b) Hospital / Institution where he/she completed his/her internship
   • c) Indigenous Community/Parish where he/she belongs
4. Transcript of Records (TOR);
5. Diploma of MD Degree or its equivalent; and
6. Certificate of Post Graduate Internship issued by a hospital accredited by the Association of Philippine Medical College (APMC).

B. For Filipino Citizen Who Obtained Medical Degree from Foreign Medical School:

1. PSA Birth Certificate;
2. PSA Marriage Contract (for married female applicants);
3. Two (2) Certificates of Good Moral Character from any of the following:
   • a) Medical School where he/she graduated from (current status)
   • b) Hospital / Institution where he/she completed his/her internship
   • c) Previous employment
   • d) Parish Priest
   • e) International Police
   • f) Barangay
4. Diploma of MD Degree or equivalent;
5. Original or authenticated copy of the TOR or equivalent document of the course for the licensure examination issued by the institution of higher learning where the applicant graduated;
6. Certificate of Equivalency issued by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) stating that the course taken by the applicant is equivalent to the Doctor of Medicine course offered in Philippine Schools of Medicine; and
7. Certificate of Post Graduate Internship issued by a hospital accredited by the Association of Philippine Medical College (APMC) or Certificate of Equivalency issued by CHED.

An examinee who fails for the third (3rd) time shall be required to submit Certificate of Completion of a refresher course in a recognized medical school or college and current two (2) certificates of Good Moral Character from the Medical School where he/she graduated from and Hospital/Institution where he/she completed his/her internship before he/she shall be allowed to take the examinations.

Make sure to double-check this physician board exam requirements to avoid any delays!

How to Apply for Physician Board Exam

So, you’re finally ready to take on the Physician board exam? Let’s make sure your application stress-free! Follow this step-by-step guide:

Step 1: Make Sure You’re Ready to Apply

Before jumping into the process, double-check if you’re ready to file:

• ✅ You’re a Filipino citizen
• ✅ You graduated with a Doctor of Medicine degree
• ✅ You completed your post-graduate internship in an APMC-accredited hospital
• ✅ The PRC application schedule for Physician Licensure Exam is still open (check the exam schedule above!)
• ✅ You’ve prepared all the documents listed in the next step

If you said yes to all of the above—great! You’re good to go.

Step 2: Prepare These Documents and Requirements

You’ll need to gather the following official documents. Have both digital copies (for uploading online) and printed originals and photocopies (for PRC submission):

• PSA Birth Certificate
• PSA Marriage Contract (only if you’re a married female applicant)
• Two (2) Certificates of Good Moral Character — from any two of the following:
  • Your medical school
  • The hospital where you completed your internship
  • Your parish or indigenous community
• Transcript of Records (TOR) from your medical school
• Diploma of your MD Degree (or its equivalent)
• Certificate of Post-Graduate Internship from an APMC-accredited hospital
• Also make sure your payment method (GCash, Maya, etc.) has enough load — the PRC application fee is ₱900, plus a ₱20 service fee for digital transactions.

Step 3: Create or Log In to Your PRC LERIS Account

Head over to the PRC online portal:
👉 https://online.prc.gov.ph

If you haven’t made an account yet, register first. If you already have one, log in.

Need help? We’ve got you:

Step 4: Apply for the Physician Licensure Exam Online

Once logged in:

1. Click “Examination”
2. Select Physician as your board exam
3. Choose your exam date and preferred PRC testing center
4. Upload your digital requirements
5. Set your appointment schedule at your preferred PRC office
6. Pay the application fee using GCash, Maya, LandBank, or over-the-counter methods

💡 Pro Tip: After payment, download and print your Application Form from the LERIS portal — you’ll need this for your appointment at the PRC office.

Step 5: Go to the PRC Office for Final Verification

On your appointment day, bring:

• Printed Application Form
• Original and photocopies of all required documents
• Valid government-issued ID
• Php 21 for documentary stamp
• Php 30 for metered mailing envelope

At the PRC, they’ll review your documents. If everything’s good, they’ll hand you your Notice of Admission (NOA) — your golden ticket to the exam — along with your Program of Examination and the mailing envelope.

✅ You’re All Set!

Congrats! Your Physician Licensure Exam application is now officially complete. Don’t forget to visit the PRC website 2–3 days before the exam to check your room assignment.

Final Thoughts

Applying for the Physician Licensure Exam might look overwhelming at first—but with the right guide (like this one ), it’s totally doable. Just follow each step, prepare your documents early, and stay updated with PRC’s announcements.

You’ve made it this far—now go file that application and take one step closer to becoming a licensed doctor!

Good luck, future MD!

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Reference

1. PHYSICIAN | Professional Regulation Commission. (2017). Prc.gov.ph. https://www.prc.gov.ph/requirements/physician