Getting ready to file your Professional Forester Board Exam Application this 2025?
You’re in the right place.
This guide is made by the BPP team experts in board exam applications using only official and updated info from the PRC. That means everything you read here is accurate and reliable.
Inside, you’ll find a step-by-step guide to the Professional Forester Board Exam application including requirements, deadlines, and helpful tips.
We’re here to make the process simple and stress-free. Let’s get started!
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Schedule of Application
The latest application period for the Professional Forester Licensure Examination(PFLE) was from July 21, 2025 to September 19, 2025.
- PFLE Opening of Application: July 21, 2025
- PFLE Deadline of Application: September 19, 2025.
Following with the Important schedule which are the Exam Date and Target release of result:
- PFLE Examination Date: October 16 & 17, 2025
- PFLE Target Release of Result: October 21, 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
Make sure to prepare the following required documents. Reviewing the full list carefully will help ensure a smooth and hassle-free Requirement process:
- NSO / PSA Birth Certificate
- Transcript of Records with scanned picture and Remarks “For Board Examination Purposes”
- NSO / PSA Marriage Contract (for married female applicants)
- NBI Clearance
- Certificate of Good Moral Character (2) – Brgy., Parish employer, School.
- Community Tax Certificate (Cedula)
- Bachelor of Science in Forestry
- Bachelor of Science in Forest Products Engineering (FTB)
- Bachelor of Science in Agroforestry (FTB)
Make sure to double-check this teacher board exam requirements to avoid any delays!
How to Apply for the Professional Forester Board Exam
So, you’re ready to take the Professional Forester Licensure Examination (PFLE)? Awesome! Let’s walk through the application process step-by-step so you don’t miss anything.
Step 1: Make Sure You’re Qualified to Apply
Before you start your application, check if you meet all the basic qualifications:
- ✅ You’re a Filipino citizen
- ✅ You have a Bachelor of Science in Forestry
- ✅ You’ve gathered all the needed documents (see Step 2!)
- ✅ The application schedule is currently open (check our application schedule above!)
If you answered YES to everything above, you’re good to go!
Step 2: Prepare These Documents and Requirements
It’s time to gather your documents! You’ll need both digital copies (for online upload) and printed copies (for PRC submission).
For All Applicants:
- PSA Birth Certificate
- Transcript of Records (TOR) with your photo and the note: “For Board Examination Purposes”
- Valid NBI Clearance (for first-time takers and repeaters)
- PSA Marriage Certificate (if you’re a married female)
- Payment of ₱900 (plus small service fee if paying online)
Tips: Make sure your documents are clear, updated, and match the details on your PRC online account.
Step 3: Create or Log In to Your PRC LERIS Account
Go to the official PRC online portal:
Click here: https://online.prc.gov.ph
- If you don’t have an account yet, click Register and fill in your details.
- If you already have one, just log in.
📌Reminder: Make sure the information on your PRC profile matches your documents exactly — no typos, no mismatched names!
Step 4: Apply for the PFLE Online
Once you’re logged in:
- Click on “Examination”
- Select “Forester” as your exam
- Choose your preferred exam date and PRC testing center
- Upload all the required scanned documents
- Set your appointment schedule
- Pay the ₱900 application fee using GCash, Maya, LandBank, or over-the-counter options
📌Tips: After your payment goes through, download and print your Application Form from the portal — you’ll bring this to your PRC appointment.
Step 5: Visit the PRC Office for Final Verification
On your scheduled appointment day, go to the PRC office you chose during online filing. Bring:
- Printed Application Form
- Original and photocopies of all your documents
- A valid government-issued ID
- ₱21 for documentary stamp
- ₱30 for a metered mailing envelope
At the PRC office, they’ll check your documents. Once verified, you’ll receive:
- ✅ Notice of Admission (NOA)
- ✅ Program of Examination
- ✅ Mailing envelope for your results
You’re All Done!
You’re officially done with your PFLE application. Just make sure to check the PRC website 2–3 days before your exam to find your room assignment.
Final Thoughts
Applying for the Professional Forester Board Exam may seem hard at first, but it’s easy if you follow the steps and prepare your documents early.
Once you’re done with the application, all that’s left is to review hard and do your best on exam day.
Good luck, future Forester!
Disclaimer: The information on Board Passers Portal (BPP), including exam results, news, and announcements, is for general information only. For official and verified details, please visit the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) website and follow their official pages. For the full disclaimer, visit our Disclaimer Page.
Reference
FORESTER | Professional Regulation Commission. (n.d.). Prc.gov.ph. https://www.prc.gov.ph/uploaded/documents/ApplicationDocumentRequirments/FORESTER.pdf
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