Official Results: 4th Materials Engineering Certification Examination

The Materials Engineering Certification Board (MatECB) officially announces the results of the 4th Materials Engineering Certification Examination, conducted on September 26–27, 2026. Congratulations to our newest Certified Materials Engineers!   

Top 10 Exam Passers   

1. Joachim Drexel Rojas Reyno – Ateneo de Manila University - Loyola   

2. Jan Francois Ballebar Severo – University of the Philippines - Diliman   

3. Patric John Palafox Pascua – Ateneo de Manila University - Loyola   

4. Kearl Romer Manabat Cayanan – University of the Philippines - Diliman   

5. Angelo Josh Loyola Cuaresma – Ateneo de Manila University - Loyola   

6. Emir Rey Viernes Datul – University of the Philippines - Diliman   

7. Rexza Mae Casales Panaligan – University of the Philippines - Diliman   

8. Ray Angelo Esteban Pulmano – Ateneo de Manila University - Loyola   

9. Lester Raj Araos Somera – University of the Philippines - Diliman   

10. Martin Manila Ganhinhin – University of the Philippines - Diliman   

Successful Examinees   

• Alvia, Jose Miguel Hernandez – University of the Philippines - Diliman   

• Atienza, Rhed Jensi Liana Roxas – Ateneo de Manila University - Loyola   

• Basallage, Gyle Urmeneta – University of the Philippines - Diliman   

• Ching, Misha Ong – Ateneo de Manila University - Loyola   

• De Castro, Ashley Mae Avena – Ateneo de Manila University - Loyola   

• Garin, Renee Isabel Dumbab – University of the Philippines - Diliman   

• Go, Caitlyn Elise Chua – Ateneo de Manila University - Loyola   

• Lampayan, Liam Reyes – University of the Philippines - Diliman   

• Mapas, Jose Joseph De Paz – University of the Philippines - Diliman   

• Mella, Lizelle Sanje – University of the Philippines - Diliman   

• Resurreccion, Kamille Anjela Villar – University of the Philippines - Diliman   

• Secillano, Pauline Luz Robrigado – University of the Philippines - Diliman   

Recognition & Oath Taking Ceremonies All new Certified Materials Engineers and Professional Materials Engineers are invited to save the date for the upcoming ceremonies:   

• Date: December 5, 2026   

• Time: 2:00 – 5:00 PM (subject to change)   

• Venue: Microtel by Wyndham UP-Ayala Land Technohub, Commonwealth Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines 1121   

• Attire: Smart Casual   

Successful examinees will be contacted directly regarding attendance confirmation and guest registration. Please stay tuned for further announcements.  

Released by the Materials Engineering Certification Board (MatECB):   

• Leslie Joy L. Diaz, Dr. Eng., PMATE – Chairman of the Board   

• Eduardo R. Magdaluyo, PMATE – Vice-Chairman of the Board   

• Jennlyn J. Tagamolila, Ph.D., PMATE – Registrar   

• Charlyn G. Primero, PMATE – Assistant Registrar   

• Daniel San Luis, Ph.D., PMATE – Treasurer   

• Marianne Lorene M. Mayol, PMATE – Assistant Treasurer   

• John Kenneth A. Cruz, PMATE – Auditor   

• Eden May B. Dela Pena, PMATE – Ex-Officio Member, IMEP President