Philippine Science High School System Announced PSHS NCE Date
PSHS National Competitive Examination (NCE) Application
Philippine Science High School updated its application schedule for PSHS NCE for SY 2021-2022. They are now accepting testing applicants. It is also now possible to submit applications online as well as by going directly to the different PSHS campuses.
PSHS NCE Application Deadline
Note that the Philippine Science High School System sets two deadlines for filing NCE applications. It is best to file your application early to avoid the deadline rush.
October 13, 2023
PSHS NCE Exam Date
The PSHS NCE will be on November 18, 2023. The date is the same regardless of where you are taking the exam.
How to know if your child is eligible
How to know if your child is eligible to apply for the PSHS National Competitive Examination (NCE)
An applicant must meet the following criteria:
Grade level: Grade 6 elementary pupil from a duly recognized school by the Department of Education
Grades:
Have a final grade of 85% or better in Science and Mathematics, evidenced by the student's report card.
If the student's grades in Science or Math are below 85%, proof that he/she belongs to the upper 10% of the batch;
Citizenship: must be a Filipino citizen with no pending or approved application as immigrant to any foreign country;
Have a minimum satisfactory Character Rating in his/her report card (SY 2019 - 2020);
Has not have taken the PSHS NCE previously;
Healthy and fit to undergo a rigorous academic program.
PSHS NCE Coverage
PSHS NCE Exam Topics:
Scientific Ability
Quantitative Ability (Mathematics)
Abstract Reasoning
Verbal Aptitude (English)
PSHS Review
PSHS Review Online
Enrollment Ongoing.
Classes start on
Sep 25, 2023
Oct 02, 2023
Oct 09, 2023
Know more about the review classes and details of the program.
PSHS Sample Reviewer - Test Yourself Online Series
Math Series # 01
Math Series # 02
Math Series # 03
PSHS NCE Application Requirements
Exam Application Requirements
Walk-in applicants:
Duly accomplished application form
Two (2) most recent identical 1x1 ID pictures
Proof of Payment:
Php 300 for private schools (pay at the PSHS Cashier)
Free for public schools and private scholars
Certified true copy of report card (SY 2022-2023) by the class adviser / principal.
Note: provide certification that the child belongs to the upper 10% of the batch if Math or Science grade is below 85%.
If a scholar from a private school, certification or proof that the child is a scholar of the school.
For online applicants:
Duly accomplished online form
Scanned/Digitized copy of the attachments:
most recent 1x1 ID pictures
Proof of Payment:
Php 300 for private schools (paid first to Landbank)
Free for public schools and private scholars
Certified true copy of report card (SY 2022-2023) by the class adviser / principal.
proof/certification that the child belongs to the upper 10% of the batch if Math or Science grade is below 85%.
If a scholar from a private school, certification or proof that the child is a scholar of the school.
Tips For PSHS NCE Examinees
Reminders to Examinees on Exam Day
Be at your testing center early. It may be a good idea to be at the examination site an hour before your scheduled examination
either a.m. or p.m. (indicated in the exam permit).
Present the Examination Permit and your school I.D. to the Proctor/ Room Examiner.
Bring the following for the exam
two sharpened #1 pencils (we recommend three)
good eraser
snacks.