Record Number of Examinees Attend 2025 Bar Examinations
MANILA, Philippines — Over 11,000 aspiring lawyers took the first day of the 2025 Bar Examinations, officials reported on Sunday. The 2025 Bar Examinations have drawn a significant turnout, reflecting the high demand for legal careers across the country.
Supreme Court Associate Justice Amy Lazaro-Javier, chairperson of this year’s exams, confirmed that 11,437 examinees appeared on the opening day. This figure represents 86.7 percent of the 13,193 examinees admitted to take the tests this year, underscoring the strong participation rate.
Notable Demographics Among 2025 Bar Examinations Candidates
Among the 2025 Bar Examinations candidates, female examinees outnumbered their male counterparts. Lazaro-Javier noted that 6,673 women registered compared to 4,764 men. This gender distribution highlights the growing presence of women in the legal profession.
The examinees consist of 5,215 first-time takers, 4,239 repeaters, and 1,984 refresher candidates, sources said. The diversity of experience reflects the varied paths individuals take toward passing the Bar.
Special Groups Represented on Bar Exam’s Opening Day
The first day of the 2025 Bar Examinations also welcomed several special groups. Among them were 206 senior citizens, 241 persons with disabilities, 41 pregnant women, and 139 examinees with medical conditions, local leaders noted. Their participation underscores the inclusivity of this year’s exams.
Nationwide Testing Centers Host Thousands of Examinees
The 2025 Bar Examinations span three test dates: September 7, 10, and 14. These are held simultaneously across 14 local testing centers nationwide. The University of Santo Tomas (UST) acts as the national headquarters for the exams.
Examinee distribution across key testing centers includes:
- University of Santo Tomas (UST): 704 examinees
- San Beda University Manila: 874 examinees
- New Era University Quezon City: 1,698 examinees
- Manila Adventist College Pasay: 427 examinees
- San Beda College Alabang: 764 examinees
- University of the Philippines – Bonifacio Global City: 584 examinees
- Ateneo Law School – Makati: 512 examinees
- Saint Louis University – Baguio: 1,253 examinees
- University of Nueva Caceres – Naga: 600 examinees
- University of San Jose Recoletos Cebu: 1,264 examinees
- Dr. Vicente Orestes Romualdez Educational Foundation – Tacloban: 471 examinees
- Central Philippine University – Iloilo: 547 examinees
- Ateneo de Davao University: 1,099 examinees
- Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology: 640 examinees
Looking Ahead
The 2025 Bar Examinations continue over the next two scheduled dates, promising to test the knowledge and skills of thousands of future lawyers. Community members said the examinations remain a pivotal milestone in the legal profession’s journey.
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