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2026 Statistics

Key Facts: PTLE Exam

3

June 2026 PRC subject sessions: Basic Sciences, Medical-Surgical Conditions, and PT Application

PRC June 2026 PTLE Program

12 hours

published subject testing time across three 4-hour sessions

PRC June 2026 PTLE Program

75%

minimum general written rating required to pass

RA 5680

60%

minimum rating in each subject under the first-examination passing rule

RA 5680

9 months

physical therapy internship requirement listed in law and PRC requirements

RA 5680 and PRC List of Requirements

416/630

passed in the June 2025 PTLE result, for pass-rate context only

PRC June 2025 PTLE Results

PTLE is the PRC Physical Therapists Licensure Examination for Philippine physical therapy registration. The June 2026 program has three 4-hour sessions: Physical Therapy Basic Sciences, Medical-Surgical Conditions, and PT Application. RA 5680 requires at least a 75% general written rating with no rating below 60%. Current public PRC sources reviewed do not publish one total item count, so that field remains pending.

Sample PTLE Practice Questions

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1Which statement best describes physical therapy under the Philippine Physical and Occupational Therapy Law?
A.Treatment using therapeutic exercise, heat, cold, light, water, manual manipulation, electricity, and other physical agents.
B.Independent medical diagnosis and prescription of drugs for neuromuscular disorders.
C.Surgical correction of musculoskeletal deformities with postoperative follow-up.
D.Psychological counseling delivered without physical rehabilitation procedures.
Explanation: RA 5680 defines physical therapy as the art and science of treatment using therapeutic exercise and physical agents such as heat, cold, light, water, manual manipulation, and electricity. The definition anchors the board scope and distinguishes PT from medicine, surgery, and counseling professions.
2During active shoulder abduction, which arthrokinematic motion helps the humeral head clear the acromion?
A.Inferior glide with superior roll
B.Superior glide with superior roll
C.Medial glide without roll
D.Pure spin without any glide
Explanation: The convex humeral head rolls superiorly and glides inferiorly on the concave glenoid during abduction. Inferior glide limits excessive superior translation and helps preserve subacromial space.
3A patient stands on the right leg and the left side of the pelvis drops. Which muscle group is most likely weak?
A.Right hip abductors
B.Left hip abductors
C.Right ankle dorsiflexors
D.Left knee flexors
Explanation: The stance-side hip abductors keep the pelvis level during single-leg stance. A left pelvic drop while standing on the right suggests impaired control of the right gluteus medius and minimus.
4Which structure is the primary contractile unit of skeletal muscle?
A.Sarcomere
B.Perimysium
C.Motor end plate
D.Tendon sheath
Explanation: The sarcomere is the repeating contractile unit between Z lines and contains actin and myosin filaments. Muscle force generation depends on cross-bridge interaction within sarcomeres.
5Which peripheral nerve is most associated with wrist drop after injury at the spiral groove of the humerus?
A.Radial nerve
B.Median nerve
C.Ulnar nerve
D.Axillary nerve
Explanation: The radial nerve travels in the spiral groove and supplies the wrist and finger extensors through its branches. Injury can impair wrist extension, producing wrist drop.
6Which vital sign change is the most immediate reason to stop exercise and reassess a patient during a therapy session?
A.New chest pain with shortness of breath
B.Mild sweating during warm-up
C.Heart rate increasing gradually with walking
D.Slight muscle fatigue after repetitions
Explanation: New chest pain with shortness of breath may signal cardiopulmonary compromise and requires stopping activity, monitoring, and urgent referral according to facility protocol. Mild physiologic responses to exercise are expected when they match workload and resolve appropriately.
7Which transfer instruction is safest for a patient moving from wheelchair to bed after right hemiparesis?
A.Position the wheelchair close to the bed, lock brakes, remove obstacles, and transfer toward the stronger side when possible.
B.Leave the wheelchair brakes unlocked so it can move with the patient.
C.Ask the patient to pull on the therapist's neck for support.
D.Place the wheelchair far from the bed to encourage a longer step.
Explanation: Safe transfers start with environmental setup: close distance, locked brakes, clear footrests, proper guarding, and use of the stronger side when clinically appropriate. These steps reduce fall risk and unnecessary patient effort.
8Which modality is primarily used for deep heating of collagen-rich tissue when precautions and contraindications are cleared?
A.Therapeutic ultrasound
B.Ice massage
C.Compression bandage only
D.TENS for pain gating
Explanation: Therapeutic ultrasound can produce deep heating when parameters are selected for thermal effects. It is often paired with stretching when tissue extensibility is a goal and the patient has been screened for contraindications.
9For acute lateral ankle sprain with swelling in the first 24 hours, which immediate goal is most appropriate?
A.Protect the tissue, control swelling, manage pain, and maintain safe mobility.
B.Use aggressive joint manipulation to restore full range immediately.
C.Begin maximal plyometric training on the injured ankle.
D.Apply deep heat for prolonged periods to increase bleeding.
Explanation: Early ankle sprain care prioritizes protection, edema control, pain management, and safe function while monitoring for fracture or severe instability signs. Loading can progress as symptoms, tissue healing, and examination findings allow.
10Which gait aid sequence is usually taught for a patient using a cane because of left lower-limb weakness?
A.Cane in the right hand advances with the left leg, then the right leg steps through.
B.Cane in the left hand advances only after the right leg finishes stance.
C.Cane is held behind the body and dragged forward after both feet move.
D.Cane is held on the weak side and never moves during gait.
Explanation: A cane is commonly held in the hand opposite the weaker limb to widen support and reduce load through the involved side. Advancing the cane with the weak limb improves stability during that limb's stance phase.

About the PTLE Exam

The Physical Therapists Licensure Examination is the PRC licensure route for entry to registered physical therapy practice in the Philippines. The June 2026 PRC program schedules Physical Therapy Basic Sciences, Medical-Surgical Conditions, and PT Application as three 4-hour subject sessions over two days. RA 5680 defines physical therapy, sets qualification and passing rules, and lists core PT course subjects including anatomy, physiology, applied kinesiology, massage, electrotherapy, prosthetics, splinting, bandaging, exercise therapy, medical and surgical conditions, neurologic and orthopedic conditions, rehabilitation, pathology, PNF, administration, ethics, and medical psychology. Because official public PRC sources reviewed do not publish one current total item count, metadata is marked pending for that logistics field.

Assessment

June 2026 PRC program: Physical Therapy Basic Sciences, Medical-Surgical Conditions, and PT Application. RA 5680 provides that the examination scope consists of written and practical examinations determined by the Board.

Time Limit

Three 4-hour subject sessions over two days, plus 45 minutes for general instructions and filling out forms on day 1

Passing Score

General rating of at least 75% in the written examination with no rating below 60%

Exam Fee

PRC FAQ lists P900.00 for baccalaureate-degree licensure examination applications and P450.00 conditioned; the Physical Therapy requirements section reviewed does not publish a separate PT-specific current fee. Verify current PTLE fee in PRC LERIS. (Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) / Professional Regulatory Board of Physical Therapy)

PTLE Exam Content Outline

4-hour June 2026 subject session; item count and percentage not published

Physical Therapy Basic Sciences

Anatomy and histology of the back and limbs, internal organs, face and neuroanatomy, kinesiology and biomechanics, general physiology and neurophysiology, pathology, microbiology, psychological reactions to disability, and related science foundations.

4-hour June 2026 subject session; item count and percentage not published

Medical-Surgical Conditions

General medical and surgical conditions, pediatric conditions, neurologic and neurosurgical conditions, orthopedic conditions, pathology, disability, and physical therapy implications for safe rehabilitation.

4-hour June 2026 subject session; item count and percentage not published

PT Application

Therapeutic exercise, electrotherapy, hydrotherapy, massage, traction, manipulation, orthotics, prosthetics, splinting, bandaging, plasterwork, principles of rehabilitation, PNF, treatment planning, discharge planning, and home programs.

Official law and syllabus topic; percentage not published

Philippine Practice Law and Ethics

RA 5680 definitions, qualifications, PTRP initials, physician prescription language, scope limits, passing and retake rules, confidentiality, informed consent, documentation, organization and administration, and ethical patient care.

How to Pass the PTLE Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: General rating of at least 75% in the written examination with no rating below 60%
  • Assessment: June 2026 PRC program: Physical Therapy Basic Sciences, Medical-Surgical Conditions, and PT Application. RA 5680 provides that the examination scope consists of written and practical examinations determined by the Board.
  • Time limit: Three 4-hour subject sessions over two days, plus 45 minutes for general instructions and filling out forms on day 1
  • Exam fee: PRC FAQ lists P900.00 for baccalaureate-degree licensure examination applications and P450.00 conditioned; the Physical Therapy requirements section reviewed does not publish a separate PT-specific current fee. Verify current PTLE fee in PRC LERIS.

Keys to Passing

  • Work through all 100 available questions
  • Review every answer and explanation
  • Track weak areas and revisit them
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

PTLE Study Tips from Top Performers

1Use the June 2026 program as the top-level map: Basic Sciences, Medical-Surgical Conditions, and PT Application each get a 4-hour subject session.
2Study anatomy and kinesiology through movement analysis: joint arthrokinematics, muscle actions, gait deviations, posture, levers, and functional task mechanics.
3For medical-surgical content, connect diagnoses to PT precautions: DVT, infection, fracture, cardiac symptoms, diabetes, wounds, osteoporosis, arthritis, postoperative restrictions, and pulmonary signs.
4For neurologic and orthopedic conditions, practice examination-to-intervention reasoning instead of memorizing labels only.
5For PT Application, drill modality safety, electrotherapy parameters, hydrotherapy precautions, therapeutic exercise dosage, orthotic and prosthetic checks, massage, traction, manual therapy, and discharge planning.
6Review RA 5680 directly for scope, applicant qualifications, PTRP initials, passing rules, retake rules, and the legal definition of physical therapy.
7Use timed mixed sets and explain every wrong option; the board style rewards safety, prioritization, and defensible clinical reasoning.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the PRC Physical Therapists Licensure Examination exist?

Yes. PRC publishes a Physical Therapy board page, the June 2026 Physical Therapists Licensure Examination program, the 2026 examination schedule, the PRC syllabus, and official results for recent PTLE administrations.

What is the official 2026 PTLE schedule?

The PRC 2026 schedule lists Physical Therapists on June 02 and 03, 2026 with filing from March 04 to May 04 and a target result release date of June 05, 2026. PRC also publishes December 2026 PTLE scheduling in the annual matrix; candidates should verify current advisories and room assignments directly with PRC.

How long is the PTLE?

The June 2026 PRC program lists 45 minutes for general instructions and forms, then three 4-hour subject sessions: Physical Therapy Basic Sciences, Medical-Surgical Conditions, and PT Application.

How many questions are on the PTLE?

The current June 2026 PRC program reviewed does not publish a total item count. RA 5680 and the PRC syllabus reviewed also do not publish one current official PTLE item count, so this metadata is marked pending instead of guessing.

What score is required to pass?

RA 5680 states that a candidate must obtain a general rating of at least 75 percent in the written examination with no rating below 60 percent to pass the first examination.

What documents does PRC list for Physical Therapy applicants?

The PRC List of Requirements for Physical Therapy lists PSA Birth Certificate, PSA Marriage Contract for married female applicants, TOR with scanned picture and remarks for board examination purposes, and a certificate of nine months internship signed by the Dean and Registrar with school seal. It also lists a refresher course certificate after three failures.

How much is the PTLE fee?

PRC FAQ lists P900.00 for baccalaureate-degree licensure examination applications and P450.00 for conditioned examinations. The Physical Therapy requirements section reviewed does not list a separate PT-specific current fee, so candidates should verify the actual PTLE fee in PRC LERIS before payment.

Are these copied board questions?

No. These are original practice questions written from official PRC scope, law, program, and syllabus topics. They are not copied from official examinations, private review materials, or dumps.