Engineering Insights & Stories

CELE RESULTS 2025 — The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) Board of Civil Engineering has issued the results of the November 2025 Civil Engineer Licensure Examination, releasing the official list of passers, topnotchers, and school performance summaries within five (5) working days following the conclusion of the exams.

CELE RESULTS 2025 — The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) Board of Civil Engineering has issued the results of the November 2025 Civil Engineer Licensure Examination, releasing the official list of passers, topnotchers, and school performance summaries within five (5) working days following the conclusion of the exams.

When the pandemic disrupted his first shot at the Civil Engineer Licensure Examination in May 2020, Engr. Vincent Cagampang of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines - Manila had no choice but to put his dream on hold. Two years of working in the field passed before he returned to his review in May 2022 - determined to fulfill both his own aspirations and the last wish of his late stepfather: to see him in the top 10. In November 2022, he made that dream a reality, placing 5th nationwide.

The Philippine Senate is currently deliberating Senate Bill No. 1421, introduced by Senator Mark Villar, which seeks to mandate the integration of the National Building Code of the Philippines (NBCP) into the curriculum of engineering and architecture degree programs. Under this proposed measure, the NBCP—formally known as Republic Act 6541, “An Act to Ordain and Institute a National Building Code of the Philippines”—would become a major subject in Bachelor of Science programs such as: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Electronic Engineering, and Architecture. Moreover, the bill recommends that knowledge of the NBCP be included as part of the licensure examinations for these professions.

For Engr. Gerald D. Nicolas, graduating in civil engineering was already a battle - becoming a Top 10 placer in the April 2025 CELE was beyond what he imagined. A Tarlac State University (TSU) graduate, DOST Scholar, and now Instructor at CPRC, Gerald also runs his own Engr. Potsopao Review Services while working at the Municipal Planning and Development Office.

For Engr. Miguel Lorenzo C. Rubia, becoming a licensed civil engineer was always the ultimate goal. A Cum Laude graduate of Mapúa University and now 7th placer in the April 2025 Civil Engineer Licensure Examination, he currently works as a Construction Methods Engineer at TTM-JV, contributing to the Metro Manila Subway Project.

For Engr. John Frazer V. Cruz, success came not from natural talent, but from relentless effort and faith. A Magna Cum Laude graduate of Cebu Institute of Technology – University (CIT-U), he is now a Review Instructor at Gillesania Engineering Review and Training Center (GERTC) and a proud 8th placer in the April 2025 Civil Engineer Licensure Examination.

From the quiet barangays of Eastern Samar to the national stage of the Civil Engineer Licensure Examination, Engr. Noel Justine Lapada has shown that success comes not from perfect routines but from perseverance and self-belief. He proudly secured 10th Place in the April 2025 CELE, representing Eastern Samar State University – Main Campus. Today, he continues to grow in the profession as a Junior Engineer at Acciona Construction Philippines Inc.

From a rural elementary school in Lagonoy to the national stage, Engr. John Carlo A. Peñas has proven that perseverance and discipline can turn dreams into reality. He placed 9th in the April 2025 Civil Engineer Licensure Exam, graduating Cum Laude from Ateneo de Naga University. Today, he also serves as a faculty member at Naga City Science High School under his DOST scholarship return service. Beyond the board exam, John Carlo has already made waves internationally, winning as Champion in the WFEO World Engineering Day Hackathon 2023 and Champion in the CMDF Digital Road Design Competition 2023.

From a young girl fascinated by numbers to becoming a Top 8 Civil Engineer Licensure Exam passer in April 2025, Engr. Irah Angellie B. Doroy has always embraced challenges with faith and determination. A proud graduate of Bohol Island State University – Main Campus, she now teaches at Gillesania Engineering Review and Training Center while continuing to inspire fellow aspiring engineers. Her passion for Civil Engineering was influenced by her father, also an engineer, and strengthened through leadership roles as PICE-ACES BISU MC President and PICE Bohol Student Chapter President. For Engr. Irah, the dream of topping the board seemed far-fetched until she saw BISU alumni make history as topnotchers, proving to her that the impossible could be achieved.

Civil Engineering graduates set to take the September 27–28, 2025 Civil Engineer Licensure Examination (CELE) are appealing to the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) to reconsider its decision to postpone the exam to November 22–23, 2025 due to the incoming typhoon. While examinees recognize and respect PRC’s commitment to prioritize public safety, many are requesting that the rescheduled date be moved to a closer and earlier timeframe—ideally within one to two weeks after the typhoon passes.

When the November 2021 Civil Engineer Licensure Exam came, Engr. Dale Iverson N. Lacastre carried with him not just knowledge, but years of perseverance and faith. Despite moments of self-doubt, like walking from Mendiola to Tondo I, after a tough Math exam—he rose above the pressure and secured 7th Place nationwide. A graduate of Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila, Engr. Dale admits he chose Civil Engineering because his friends did. But with encouragement from mentors and a guiding quote from his Dean—“Aim for the moon. If you miss, you may hit a star”—he learned to set his sights higher.