Question 1

When is the CPA board exam in 2026?

Accepted Answer

The CPA Licensure Examination (CPALE) is scheduled twice in 2026: May 24-26, 2026 and October 24-26, 2026. The exam is conducted over 3 consecutive days with 2 subjects per day. Exact dates are subject to PRC confirmation.

Question 2

Where are the CPA board exam testing venues?

Accepted Answer

For 2026, PRC has designated testing centers in: NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, and Zamboanga. Venue assignments are based on your application.

Question 3

How do I apply for the CPA board exam?

Accepted Answer

Applications are filed through the PRC online portal (prc.gov.ph) typically 2-3 months before the exam date. You need to submit your application, pay the exam fee, and provide required documents including your BSA diploma, transcript of records, and NSO birth certificate.

Question 4

What is the format of the CPA board exam?

Accepted Answer

The CPALE is a 3-day exam covering 6 subjects: Day 1 — MAS (AM, 70 MCQs) and Auditing (PM, 70 MCQs); Day 2 — Taxation (AM, 70 MCQs) and RFBT (PM, 100 MCQs); Day 3 — FAR (AM, 70 MCQs) and AFAR (PM, 70 MCQs). Total: 450 MCQs. Passing score: 75% overall with no subject below 65%.