PMA Entrance Exam 2024 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 2024.

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 2024

The PMA Office of Cadet Recruitment and Admission has yet to announce the official dates of the 2024 PMAEE. They will likely start to accept online applications in May 2024. For the examination, they will likely conduct it around the last week of September or early October 2024, just like the previous one. Please stay tuned for more updates.

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 nor pregnant nor has a legal obligation to support a child or children.
  • Must pass the PMA Entrance Examination.
  • No Administrative / Criminal Case.
  • At least 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, 2025.

How to Apply to PMA

Here s how to apply for the PMAEE 2024 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 an account. 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.

PMA online application

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 up 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 either PDF or JPEG format. Uploaded PDF files must not exceed 20MB per file while the JPEG ones must not exceed 1MB in size. Please be mindful of the size of your files because any excess in file size will invalidate your attaching process.

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 2024.

6. Once approved, they will send you a notification in your account 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 2024 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 announcement. 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 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

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adelio valdez
adelio valdez
1 day ago

gusto ko pong mag apply kasi gusto kong makatulong sa pamilya ko

Aikee
Aikee
6 days ago

Pwede paren poba mag apply kahit below 85% average mo?

Steven
Steven
3 months ago

When will be the next entrance exam?

Mark
Mark
3 months ago

Q: Every June/July po kasi yung graduation/end ng second semester namin pano po kaya makakahabol if around June/July din ang start?

renante
renante
7 months ago

kulang po ng isang ngipin sa likorang bahagi, bawal naba mag apply sa PMA?