ROOM ASSIGNMENTS: Mechanical Engineering Licensure Exam (MELE), CPM February 2026
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ROOM ASSIGNMENTS: Mechanical Engineering Licensure Exam (MELE), CPM February 2026

February 4, 2026
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PRC Releases Room Assignments for February 2026 Mechanical Engineering and Certified Plant Mechanic Board Exams.

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) has officially released the room assignments for the February 2026 Mechanical Engineering Licensure Examination (MELE) and the Certified Plant Mechanic Licensure Examination (CPMLE), giving thousands of aspiring engineers and plant mechanics ample time to prepare for the highly anticipated exams.

The February 2026 MELE will be administered from February 11 to 16, 2026, across multiple PRC testing centers nationwide, ensuring broad accessibility for examinees from different regions. Exam venues include:

NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pampanga, Palawan, Rosales, Tacloban, and Zamboanga.

The nationwide scope of the examinations reflects PRC’s commitment to providing equal opportunities for licensure across the country, bringing the exams closer to the communities where future professionals are being shaped.

Overseeing the conduct of the examinations is the Board of Mechanical Engineering, led by Chairman Engr. Rodulfo L. Tablante, together with board members Engr. Manuel L. Paulino and Engr. Ramon F. Solis—a leadership team dedicated to upholding the highest standards of competence, integrity, and professionalism in the mechanical engineering field.

With room assignments now available, examinees are encouraged to verify their testing venues early, finalize their travel plans, and intensify their review preparations. As February approaches, the road to becoming a licensed mechanical engineer or certified plant mechanic enters its most crucial stage—marking a defining chapter in the careers of thousands of future professionals across the nation.

Mechanical Engineering

Certified Plant Mechanic

PRC Issues Official Exam-Day Guidelines for February 2026 Mechanical Engineering Board Examinees

As the February 2026 Mechanical Engineering Licensure Examination (MELE) draws near, the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) has released a comprehensive set of exam-day guidelines to ensure a smooth, orderly, and fair testing environment for all examinees nationwide.

The advisory serves as a final reminder for aspiring mechanical engineers on what to bring, what to wear, what is strictly prohibited, and the core subjects that will define this crucial milestone in their professional journey.

Essentials to Bring on Exam Day

PRC reminds examinees to prepare the following items ahead of time to avoid last-minute inconvenience:

  • Notice of Admission (NOA)
  • Official Receipt
  • Two (2) or more No. 2 pencils
  • Black ball pens
  • One (1) long brown envelope
  • One (1) long transparent/plastic envelope
    (for valuables and other allowed personal items)

These items are mandatory for entry and participation in the examination process.

Strict Dress Code Enforced by PRC

To maintain uniformity and proper decorum in all testing centers, PRC has reiterated the official dress code:

For male examinees:

  • Tucked-in white polo shirt with collar
    (no seal, logo, or mark)
  • Decent pants or slacks

For female examinees:

  • Tucked-in white blouse or shirt with collar
    (no seal, logo, or mark)
  • Decent pants or slacks
  • Non-compliance may result in denial of entry to the testing room.

Prohibited Items Inside Examination Venues

To protect the integrity of the licensure process, PRC strictly bans the following:

  • Books, notes, review materials, and printed references with coded information or formulas
  • Programmable calculators, specifically:
    • CASIO FX-991ES
    • CASIO FX-991ES Plus
  • Smart devices including:
    • Apple Watch, Samsung Watch, and other smartwatches
    • Cellular phones
    • Earplugs
    • Transmitters
    • Portable computers
    • Bluetooth devices
    • Any electronic communication tools
  • Bags of any kind

These restrictions form part of PRC’s zero-tolerance policy against cheating and unfair practices.

Coverage of the February 2026 MELE

Examinees will be tested on the following core areas of mechanical engineering:

  • Power Plant Engineering
  • Mathematics
  • Machine Design, Materials, and Shop Practice

These subjects represent the foundation of professional competence expected from future licensed mechanical engineers in the Philippines.

As thousands of examinees prepare to take one of the most important exams of their lives, the PRC’s guidelines stand as a clear framework for discipline, fairness, and professionalism. With preparation, compliance, and determination, February 2026 marks not just an examination date—but the gateway to a new generation of Filipino mechanical engineers ready to serve the nation and the industry with excellence.

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