901 Candidates Successfully Pass the April 2026 Midwives Licensure Examination
The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) has officially announced the results of the April 2026 Midwives Licensure Examination, revealing that 901 out of 2,124 examinees have passed the rigorous assessment. This achievement translates to a national passing rate of 42.42%, marking a significant milestone for aspiring healthcare professionals across the country.
Examination Details and Top Performers
The licensure examination was conducted over two days, on April 14 and 15, 2026, at various testing centers nationwide. Following the evaluation, the PRC released the official list of top passers, highlighting exceptional performances from graduates of multiple institutions.
Leading the prestigious top 10 list is Roi Zedrick Follosco Belen from Camarines Sur Polytechnic College in Nabua, who achieved an outstanding score of 93.70%. Close behind, Kyra Lianne Hibo Gamboa of New Era University secured second place with a score of 93.55%, while Jeric Palisoc Ursua from Virgen Milagrosa University Foundation claimed third with 93.20%.
Notable Achievements and Institutional Representation
The University of the Philippines School of Health & Sciences in Leyte demonstrated remarkable success, with several of its graduates featuring prominently in the rankings:
- Kryzza Jkah Balane Ramalla and Eden Bissok Sakiting tied for fourth place, each scoring 93.10%.
- Evz Darelle Capablanca Gandolfos ranked sixth with 92.65%.
- Jeliane Malbas Gargantilla placed seventh with 92.45%.
- Shirly Baliad Tenio and Marie Chris Olanio Valdez also made the list, scoring 92.35% and 92.30%, respectively.
Other institutions represented in the top 10 include Misamis University-Ozamiz City, PLT College Inc., Dr. Yanga’s Colleges Inc.-Bocaue, Eastern Samar State University-Borongan, and Palawan State University-Puerto Princesa, showcasing a diverse geographic spread of talent.
Registration and Next Steps for New Midwives
With the results officially released on April 20, 2026, the PRC has outlined the next phase for successful candidates. Online registration for the new licensed midwives is scheduled to commence on May 18, 2026, providing them with the necessary credentials to begin their professional practice in the healthcare sector.
This licensure examination not only validates the competence of these graduates but also contributes to strengthening the national healthcare workforce, particularly in maternal and child health services.
