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2026 Statistics

Key Facts: PEPT Exam

75%

Passing rating required per subject area for grade placement

DepEd BEA Guidelines

5 Core Subjects

Mathematics, Science, English, Filipino, and Araling Panlipunan

DepEd BEA PEPT Blueprint

EO 733, s. 1981

Executive Order that created the Accreditation and Equivalency Program the PEPT belongs to

Official Gazette

DO 55, s. 2016

DepEd policy guidelines on national assessment that govern PEPT administration

DepEd Order

6 months

Window to retake a single failed PEPT subtest before a full grade-level retake is required

DepEd BEA

The PEPT (Philippine Educational Placement Test) is DepEd BEA's official placement and equivalency exam in the Philippines for out-of-school youth, over-age learners, and learners from schools without a government permit. It assesses English, Filipino, Mathematics, Science, and Araling Panlipunan, and examinees need a rating of at least 75% per subject area to gain grade placement. A learner who fails one subject may retake that subtest within six months; failing two or more means retaking the whole grade level. DepEd does not publish the official item count, so this free practice bank is an English-language study aid covering all five subjects with explanations for every option.

Sample PEPT Practice Questions

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1What is the place value of the digit 9 in the number 52,943?
A.Hundreds
B.Thousands
C.Tens
D.Ten thousands
Explanation: In 52,943, counting from the right, 3 is in the ones place, 4 is in the tens place, and 9 is in the hundreds place. The place value of 9 is therefore hundreds, and the digit stands for 900.
2Evaluate the expression: 3/8 + 2/8.
A.5/8
B.5/16
C.1/8
D.6/8
Explanation: When adding fractions with the same denominator (like fractions), add the numerators together while keeping the denominator constant: 3 + 2 = 5, giving 5/8.
3Express the fraction 3/5 as a decimal.
A.0.6
B.0.35
C.0.53
D.0.75
Explanation: To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator: 3 divided by 5 equals 0.6.
4What is 25% of 160?
A.40
B.30
C.50
D.25
Explanation: 25% is equal to 0.25 or 1/4. Multiplying 160 by 0.25 (or dividing 160 by 4) yields 40.
5Find the perimeter of a rectangle with a length of 12 cm and a width of 7 cm.
A.38 cm
B.84 cm
C.19 cm
D.36 cm
Explanation: The perimeter of a rectangle is calculated using the formula P = 2*(length + width). Substituting 12 and 7 gives P = 2*(12 + 7) = 2*(19) = 38 cm.
6How many centimeters are there in 4.5 meters?
A.450 cm
B.45 cm
C.4,500 cm
D.0.45 cm
Explanation: Since 1 meter equals 100 centimeters, multiply 4.5 by 100 to convert meters to centimeters: 4.5 * 100 = 450 cm.
7If 6 notebooks cost PHP 150, how much will 10 notebooks cost at the same unit rate?
A.PHP 250
B.PHP 200
C.PHP 300
D.PHP 220
Explanation: First find the cost of 1 notebook: PHP 150 / 6 = PHP 25 per notebook. Then multiply the unit cost by 10 notebooks: 10 * PHP 25 = PHP 250.
8Simplify the expression: 18 - 3 * (4 + 2) / 9.
A.16
B.10
C.14
D.12
Explanation: Using order of operations (PEMDAS): first evaluate parentheses (4 + 2 = 6), then multiplication and division from left to right (3 * 6 = 18; 18 / 9 = 2), and finally subtraction (18 - 2 = 16).
9Maria deposited PHP 5,000 in a savings account earning 4% simple interest per year. How much total interest will she earn after 3 years?
A.PHP 600
B.PHP 500
C.PHP 400
D.PHP 750
Explanation: Simple interest is calculated using I = P * r * t. Here, P = 5,000, r = 0.04, and t = 3. Therefore, I = 5,000 * 0.04 * 3 = PHP 600.
10Solve for x in the linear equation: 5x - 7 = 3x + 9.
A.8
B.4
C.6
D.5
Explanation: Subtract 3x from both sides to get 2x - 7 = 9. Add 7 to both sides to get 2x = 16. Divide both sides by 2 to find x = 8.

About the PEPT Exam

The Philippine Educational Placement Test (PEPT) is a nationwide placement and equivalency assessment administered by the Department of Education (DepEd) through the Bureau of Education Assessment (BEA). It belongs to the Accreditation and Equivalency Program established by Executive Order No. 733, s. 1981 and is governed by DepEd Order No. 55, s. 2016. It evaluates academic learning and determines appropriate grade placement for out-of-school children and youth (OSCY), over-age learners in school, learners from schools without a government permit, and individuals seeking grade acceleration. The test covers five subject areas: English, Filipino, Mathematics, Science, and Araling Panlipunan, with the Filipino and Araling Panlipunan subtests administered in Filipino. Examinees who achieve a rating of 75% or higher in a subject area earn academic credit or placement at the corresponding grade level up to Grade 10 (Junior High School completion). The practice questions on this page are an independent English-language multiple-choice study aid built from the K to 12 competencies the PEPT samples; they are not an official DepEd test form and do not reproduce the official paper.

Assessment

Supervised paper-based multiple-choice battery covering five subject areas per grade level assessed: English, Filipino, Mathematics, Science, and Araling Panlipunan. The Filipino and Araling Panlipunan subtests are administered in Filipino.

Time Limit

One supervised testing day for the full grade-level battery

Passing Score

75% or higher per subject area to earn placement or grade-level equivalency credit

Exam Fee

No registration fee was collected for the 2026 regular national administration; the standing BEA fee is PHP 200 per examinee when charged (Department of Education (DepEd) - Bureau of Education Assessment (BEA))

PEPT Exam Content Outline

20%

Mathematics

One of five separately rated PEPT subtests: basic operations, fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, algebra, geometry, measurement, and data interpretation.

20%

Science

One of five separately rated PEPT subtests: life science, body systems, ecosystems, physical science, earth science, chemistry, and environmental concepts.

20%

English

One of five separately rated PEPT subtests: grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, sentence structure, punctuation, and figures of speech.

20%

Filipino

One of five separately rated PEPT subtests, administered in Filipino: balarila, wastong gamit ng salita, talasalitaan, pag-unawa sa binasa, tayutay, at panitikan ng Pilipinas.

20%

Araling Panlipunan

One of five separately rated PEPT subtests, administered in Filipino: kasaysayan ng Pilipinas, Saligang Batas, pamahalaan, heograpiya, ekonomiks, at mga isyung panlipunan.

How to Pass the PEPT Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 75% or higher per subject area to earn placement or grade-level equivalency credit
  • Assessment: Supervised paper-based multiple-choice battery covering five subject areas per grade level assessed: English, Filipino, Mathematics, Science, and Araling Panlipunan. The Filipino and Araling Panlipunan subtests are administered in Filipino.
  • Time limit: One supervised testing day for the full grade-level battery
  • Exam fee: No registration fee was collected for the 2026 regular national administration; the standing BEA fee is PHP 200 per examinee when charged

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

PEPT Study Tips from Top Performers

1Focus on core competencies across all 5 subject areas (Math, Science, English, Filipino, Araling Panlipunan) to ensure a balanced score above 75% in each.
2Review DepEd K to 12 curriculum guides and Alternative Learning System (ALS) modules for Elementary and Junior High School levels.
3Practice solving basic math word problems involving fractions, decimals, percentages, and simple algebra without a calculator.
4For Filipino and Araling Panlipunan, study Philippine history milestones, 1987 Constitution basics, and proper Filipino grammar rules (e.g., ng/nang, rin/din).
5Work through long untimed practice sets first, then time yourself, so that a full day of subtests does not come as a shock.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Philippine Educational Placement Test (PEPT)?

The PEPT is a DepEd assessment administered by the Bureau of Education Assessment (BEA) to measure academic competencies of out-of-school youth and over-age learners for grade-level placement or acceleration.

Who is eligible to take the PEPT?

Out-of-school children and youth who have been out of school for at least one year, over-age learners currently enrolled, and learners seeking grade acceleration who meet DepEd age-grade criteria.

What subjects are included in the PEPT?

The PEPT assesses five core academic subjects: Mathematics, Science, English, Filipino, and Araling Panlipunan.

What is the passing score for the PEPT?

To earn grade-level placement credit, an examinee must achieve a score rating of at least 75% in the subject areas evaluated.

How much does it cost to take the PEPT?

The DepEd division memoranda for the 2026 regular national administration state that no test registration fee shall be collected from registrants. The standing BEA schedule of fees is PHP 200 per examinee when a fee is charged, so confirm the current cycle with your Schools Division Office.

What happens if I fail one or more PEPT subjects?

An examinee whose score falls below 75% in one subject may retake that subtest within six months of the examination date. An examinee who falls below 75% in two or more subjects must retake all the subtests for that grade level.

Where can I register for the PEPT?

Registration is submitted through DepEd Division Offices nationwide or directly at the DepEd Central Office Bureau of Education Assessment (BEA) for walk-in applicants.

Is this practice test the same as the official PEPT?

No. These are independent English-language multiple-choice practice questions written from the K to 12 competencies the PEPT samples. They are a free study aid and do not reproduce, simulate, or replace the official DepEd paper, the Filipino-language subtests, or the official registration and placement procedures.