The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) will conduct the online oathtaking of new Nurses and Former Filipino Professional Nurses on August 20, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. The virtual ceremony will be spearheaded by PRC-Iloilo through a video-conferencing platform such as Microsoft Teams or Zoom.
Qualified inductees who plan to participate must complete the required online appointment and select “e-OATH” as the transaction. They should also prepare their printed Oath of Professional form for the ceremony.
Online Oathtaking Schedule for Nurses
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Profession | Nurses and Former Filipino Professional Nurses |
| Ceremony | Online Mass Oathtaking |
| Date | August 20, 2026 |
| Time | 2:00 P.M. |
| Lead Office | PRC-Iloilo |
| Platform | Microsoft Teams or Zoom |
| Attire | Formal or business attire |
| Background | White physical or virtual background |
| Transaction | e-OATH |
How to Register for the Online Oathtaking
Inductees need to secure an online appointment through the PRC online services system.
When accessing the system, select “e-OATH” as the transaction. Applicants should make sure that the profession and Notice of Admission (NOA) information entered into the system are correct.
The online registration process generally follows these steps:
- Select the appropriate transaction and enter the profession and NOA application number.
- Click “PROCEED” to continue.
- Choose the preferred PRC Regional Office and proceed to the next page.
- The system will display the earliest available oathtaking schedule based on the selected information.
- Review the appointment details and click “SUBMIT APPLICATION” after confirmation.
- A confirmation message containing the transaction summary will appear.
- Select “CLICK TO GO BACK” to return to the EXISTING TRANSACTION section.
- Open the transaction details and choose “PRINT DOCUMENT.”
- Print the generated Oath of Professional form.
What Inductees Should Wear
Participants are expected to observe the prescribed appearance during the virtual ceremony. Inductees should wear formal or business attire throughout the oathtaking. A white physical or virtual background should also be used during the ceremony.
A clean and professional setup can help ensure that participants are properly prepared for the virtual event.
Print Your Oath of Professional Form
One of the important requirements is the Oath of Professional form generated through the online system. After completing the appointment process, inductees should access their existing transaction and use the Print Document option to obtain the form.
It is advisable to print the document before the scheduled ceremony rather than waiting until the day of the oathtaking.

Online Oathtaking Procedure
The online oathtaking application system allows qualified professionals to complete the necessary appointment process digitally. After selecting the appropriate transaction, applicants provide their profession and NOA application details. They then select a PRC Regional Office and confirm the available appointment.
Once the application has been submitted, the transaction can be viewed under Existing Transaction, where the oath form can also be printed. Inductees should carefully review the information shown in their transaction before proceeding.
Important Reminders for August 20 Oathtaking
Those participating in the online oathtaking should keep the following reminders in mind:
- Date: August 20, 2026
- Time: 2:00 P.M.
- Lead office: PRC-Iloilo
- Platform: Microsoft Teams or Zoom
- Wear formal or business attire.
- Use a white physical or virtual background.
- Complete the e-OATH appointment online.
- Keep the printed Oath of Professional form ready.
- Check the transaction details before the scheduled ceremony.
- Use a stable internet connection during the virtual event.
What If You Have Problems With the Online Application?
Applicants who encounter problems while completing their appointment should first review the information they entered, particularly their profession and NOA application number. It is also advisable to check the existing transaction section after submitting the application to confirm whether the appointment was successfully recorded.
For official updates or changes concerning the virtual oathtaking, applicants should rely on announcements from the PRC rather than unofficial social media posts.
Online Oathtaking of New Nurses 2026 | August 20
The Online Oathtaking of New Nurses and Former Filipino Professional Nurses will take place on August 20, 2026, at 2:00 P.M., under the direction of PRC-Iloilo. Qualified inductees should complete their e-OATH appointment, prepare their Oath of Professional form and ensure they are ready with formal attire and a white background for the virtual ceremony.
For the latest official instructions and online appointment services, applicants should use the PRC’s official online system.
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