Who are the topnotchers in October 2026 Physical Licensure Examination?

Inquirer.net - Oct 16, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced on Thursday that 4,165 out of 4,447 (93.66%) examinees successfully passed the October 2026 Physicians Licensure Examination. Who made it to the top 10? Maxine Francesco Gwyneth Cena Baculo of the University of Santo Tomas (UST) topped the PLE with a rating of 95.50%. READ: Calapan

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