PMA Entrance Exam 2025 Schedule, Requirements

The Philippine Military Academy Entrance Examination (PMAEE) is open to those who wish to join the Cadet Corps Armed Forces of the Philippines and later on become one of the top leaders of the Armed Forces of the Philippines. The PMAEE is the first step in the selection process to become a cadet at the most prestigious leadership school in the country today, the Philippine Military Academy. If you believe you meet all of the requirements listed below to become an officer in the military, then you should apply for the PMAEE in 2025.

The PMAEE is a highly competitive and rigorous test that assesses your physical, mental, and emotional abilities. Only those who pass the PMAEE will be admitted to the Academy, where they will undergo four years of academic, military, and leadership training. Upon graduation, they will be commissioned as second lieutenants in the Army, Navy, Air Force, or Marines. As a PMA graduate, you will have the honor and privilege of serving the country and leading your fellow soldiers.

PMAEE Schedule 2025

The Philippine Military Academy (PMA) is now accepting applications for the PMA Entrance Exam 2025 through its Online Application System. Interested and qualified applicants are encouraged to carefully review the requirements and qualifications before proceeding with the application. To apply online, please follow the instructions provided below.

As for the examination schedule, the Philippine Military Academy will announce the official dates at a later time. Please stay tuned for further updates and announcements.

Qualifications

Here are the qualifications and requirements to become a cadet in the PMA:

Natural-born Filipino citizen.
Physically fit and of good moral character.
Single and has never been married or pregnant, nor has a legal obligation to support a child or children.
Must pass the PMA Entrance Examination.
No Administrative/Criminal Case.
At least a senior high school graduate with at least 85% GPA
The height requirement for both males and females is 5 feet (not to exceed 6’4″ for both).
At least 17 years old but not a day older than 22 years on June 1, 2026.

How to Apply to PMA

Here’s how to apply for PMAEE 2025 online.

1. Go to the Cadet Application System portal through https://admission.pma.edu.ph using a browser of your choice and preferably a laptop/desktop computer with a good internet connection.

2. If you already have an account, log in to the system using your login credentials; otherwise, create one. To create one, click the sign-up button (pencil icon) on the upper-right corner of the screen. Fill out the spaces with the required information, then click the next button to continue. Please provide a valid and active email address when signing up.

3. After doing so, the system will send you a verification code to the email you provided. Paste it into the box with the label “Verification Code” to complete your application. You will be automatically logged in after submitting the correct verification code.

4. Provide the necessary information like personal details, educational background, requirements, and survey. Fill out the online application form, then upload the scanned copies of your PSA Birth Certificate and High School Form 137 or 138. These files must be in JPEG format, and all pages must be saved as a single file.

After completing all the requirements, you will be notified that your application is in the validation process.

5. The PMA’s Office of the Cadet Admission will now evaluate your application to determine if you are qualified to take the PMAEE 2025.

6. Once approved, they will send you a notification in your account saying that you can download your Exam Permit. If you are disapproved, you will likewise receive a note stating the reason why you got disqualified.

7. Download and print your exam permit. Bring it to the examination center on the day of the examination. Do not forget to bring this document. You will not be allowed to take the exam without a permit.

Medical Disqualifications

Colorblind
Any communicable disease
Physical deformities
Scoliosis
Tattoos
Other medical conditions, as determined by the AFP Medical Board

PMA Entrance Exam 2025 Coverage

Like the past examinations, this year’s PMAEE will also cover the following subject areas:

Algebra and Geometry
Grammar
Composition
Reading and Comprehension
Verbal Reasoning
Numerical Reasoning
Pattern Analysis.

You may start to review at least 3 months before the scheduled examination date. Gather as many review materials as you can or look for free PMA Entrance Exam reviewers. They will help you hurdle this first step of your PMA career.

What to do if I passed the PMAEE?

Applicants who passed the PMAEE will be notified by the Office of Cadet Admission (OCA) through the mail, newspapers, and website announcements. The OCA will also inform the applicant of the date of his/her physical examination.

Report to AFP Medical Center (formerly V. Luna) for medical, dental, and neuropsychiatric examination. They will also give further instructions on the next step of the application process.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are the most frequently asked questions about the PMA Entrance Examination, taken from the official Facebook page of the Philippine Military Academy.

Question: I applied to take the exam at a particular center. Can I take the exam at another center?

Answer: YES, go to the center on examination day and inform the proctor about your circumstances.

Question: Is there a limit to how many times I can take the exam?

Answer: NONE, so long as you meet the requirements.

Question: I applied online and by mail but I did not receive a permit or notice?

Answer: Check the master list for validated applicants to verify if you are qualified to take the exam. If you are not on the list and you think you are qualified, contact the Office of the Cadet Admission. If you are on the list, proceed to the exam center on examination day. (Note: For this year’s PMAEE, the master list for validated applicants will be posted by mid-June, which will be updated every week, thereafter.)

Question: What are the things I should bring during the exam day?

Answer: A photocopy of your PSA Birth Certificate and Grades, 2 x 2 ID Picture, a valid ID (preferably school/driver’s license), and at least 2 pencils ( no. 2)

Question: I did not apply by mail or online, can I go straight to the exam center on exam day?

Answer: YES, but you will be the last priority. Priority will be given to regular applicants. Proctors usually bring only a limited number of exam materials.

Question: How much is the fee to take the exam?

Answer: NO FEES. The exam is FREE.

Question: How should I prepare for the exam?

Answer: Prepare for the examination covering Algebra and Geometry; Grammar, Composition, and Reading Comprehension; and, Verbal/Numerical Reasoning and Pattern Analysis.

Question: How long is the exam?

Answer: On examination day, the whole morning (7:00 AM to 11:00 AM) will be for administrative aspects of the exam (fill up forms, limited physical examination, etc). The exam proper will start at exactly 12:00 noon and will last up to 4:30 P.M.

Benefits of Being a Cadet

Successful applicants will be granted a free 4-year college education with a well-rounded curriculum, receive a stipend while studying, and progressive career as an officer of the Philippine Army, Philippine Navy, or Philippine Air Force.

For more information and inquiries, please contact the following:

Office of the Cadet Admission
Philippine Military Academy
Fort del Pilar, Baguio City
Tel Nos. (074)446-8002 / 447-3690 / 447-3292 / 447-3686 local: 6551 or 6545
Telefax. (074) 447-2825
Mobile Phone Nos. (0906) 546 6989/ (0919) 068 0877/ (0919) 068 0878.

Public Information Office
Philippine Military Academy
Fort del Pilar, Baguio City
Email Address: oca@pma.ph / pio_pma@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.pma.ph