📚 Are you ready to join the CPU Community? Take the first step toward becoming a Centralian by taking CPU College Aptitude Test (CPUCAT)!

🔍 What is the CPU CAT?
The CPUCAT is a standardized test designed to assess your readiness for college and to guide you in selecting the right course for your future at Central Philippine University.

📅 Who needs to take it?

• All incoming college freshmen.
• Transfer students and shiftees.
• Other applicants as deemed necessary.

📜 Requirements:

1. Online application form (see links below)
2. School ID, passport or any valid ID
3. CPUCAT fee of PHP450.00 (non-refundable) See payment options here: https://cpu.edu.ph/payment-options/

📌 Important reminders:
1. Present the following during onsite verification:
a. Valid school ID or any government-issued ID with your picture (please ensure that this is the same ID used in the online application)
b. Hard copy or screenshot of the official receipt
c. Mongol pencil No. 2 with eraser
2. Be at the venue thirty (30) minutes before your test.
3. Please dress neatly and appropriately.

💻 Apply now:

• On-campus CPUCAT for SY 2026–2027
• Puerto Princesa, Palawan (Palawan Hope Christian School – September 6, 2025)

🌟 Don’t miss your chance to be a Centralian! 🌟

Like and follow the official Facebook page of Central Philippine University for updates:

https://www.facebook.com/CentralPhilippineUniversity.CPU

For other inquiries, please contact:
CPU INFORMATION CENTER
(033) 3291971 local 2129
Mobile: 09217602647
FB/Messenger: Central Philippine University – CPU

CPU COLLEGE APTITUDE TEST FOR INCOMING FRESHMEN COLLEGE STUDENTS SY 2026 – 2027

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

I. What is the process of CPUCAT?
Answer:

1. Pay the CPUCAT fee (non-refundable P450) through any of the following:
2. CPU Business Office Window 15 or 16 except holidays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Use account number A456 (CPUCAT Fee) when paying.
3. Online banking (see list of payment centers here: https://cpu.edu.ph/payment-options/. Please write in the purpose: CPUCAT Fee.
4. Palawan Express Padala (Please write in the purpose: CPUCAT Fee. Use 16000490 for ID.)
5. Fill out the CPUCAT online application form.
6. Wait for an email confirmation from CPU.
7. Take the CPUCAT on the scheduled date and time as confirmed by the email from CPU.
8. Check for test results which will be released every after two (2) weeks from the date of test. Results will be released via email. If you have not received them, kindly check your spam folder or ensure your inbox is not full by deleting old emails. If you still haven’t received your results, email cpucatresults@cpu.edu.ph for assistance.

II. When is the ON-CAMPUS CPUCAT?
Answer:

Fridays: 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM

October 18, 2025
November 21, 2025
December 5, 2025
January 16, 2026
February 27, 2026
March 20, 2026
April 17, 2026
May 15, 2026
June 5, 2026

Saturdays: 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM (Morning batch) & 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM (Afternoon batch)

November 15, 2025
December 6, 2025
January 10 & 17, 2026
February 14, 21 & 28, 2026
March 14 & 21 2026
April 11 & 25, 2026
May 9, 16, 23 & 30, 2026
June 6, 2026

III. Where is the ON-CAMPUS CPUCAT venue?
Answer:

Fridays – CPU Henry Luce III Library (https://maps.app.goo.gl/F572vQgHwPVR8Fxh7)
Saturdays – CPU Senior High School Building
(https://maps.app.goo.gl/aTq4XzRaNnNViEhU9)     

NOTE: A Help Desk Officer is stationed at the test venue for inquiries including room assignment. Please come 30 minutes before your preferred test schedule. Test venues are equipped with CCTV cameras.

IV. Will there be OFF-CAMPUS CPUCAT?
Answer: Yes, off-campus CPUCAT will be conducted. For schedule and venues for off-campus CPUCAT and other inquiries, please contact:
Mobile: 0921 760 2647
Email: infocenter@cpu.edu.ph
Tel: (033) 3307 216, (033) 3291971 to 79 local 2129
Website: www.cpu.edu.ph

V. I will enroll for the second semester for SY 2025-2026, am I required to take the CPUCAT?
Answer: Yes, you are required to take the CPUCAT.

VI. I have taken the CPUCAT, but I did not enroll during the first semester, am I required to take the CPUCAT if I enroll for second semester?Answer: No, you are no longer required to take the CPUCAT since the result is valid for one school year. Kindly bring a copy of your result to your prospective college during enrollment.

VII. What are the requirements during online application and actual test?
Answer:

A. During online application

1. 1. Picture or screenshot of the official receipt; and
   2. Picture of School I.D., passport, PH National ID, or PhilHealth ID

B. During the test:

1. School I.D., passport, PH National ID, or PhilHealth ID (The same ID which was uploaded when you filled out the CPUCAT application form)
2. Hard copy of the official receipt

• Pencil No. 2 with an eraser

VIII. What is the coverage of CPUCAT?
Answer: The CPUCAT is designed to measure an individual’s aptitude across a range of cognitive abilities and skills.

IX. How long is the test?
Answer: 3 hours

X. Is there a reviewer for CPUCAT?
Answer: None.

XI. When and where will the test results be released?
Answer: Test results will be released every after two (2) weeks from the date of test. Results will be released via email. If you have not received them, kindly check your spam folder or ensure your inbox is not full by deleting old emails. If you still haven’t received your results, email cpucatresults@cpu.edu.ph for assistance.

XII. Is the CPUCAT a pass/fail assessment?
Answer:  The CPUCAT results will NOT be categorized as ‘Pass’ or ‘Fail’; instead, they will display scores for each section of the test.

Each academic program/course has a specific scoring system used for program enrollment or application, where the score is based on certain criteria related to the program’s requirements.

Please see here all the academic programs of CPU:  https://cpu.edu.ph/all-programs/. Exploring programs that match your score, interests, and abilities is definitely a wise approach. It is essential to find a program where you can excel and thrive. If you need any assistance or advice on exploring programs, feel free to ask for help.

XIII. If I fail to take the test on my chosen schedule, may I reschedule?
Answer: Yes, if you fail to appear on your preferred schedule, you may reschedule only once.

To reschedule, you must:

1. Accomplish a new application form, selecting the new preferred test date. In the Remarks section, indicate: “Rescheduled from [original preferred test date]”; or
2. Edit the previous application form response to update the preferred test date. In the Remarks section, indicate: “Rescheduled from [original preferred test date].”

After compliance with either option, the applicant must send an email student-recruitment@cpu.edu.ph confirming the rescheduling request.

NOTE: Failure to appear on the rescheduled test date will result in the cancellation of CPUCAT application and in the forfeiture of the CPUCAT Fee.

XIV. Are there online exams available for individuals residing in Luzon and Mindanao?

Answer: Currently, there are no online exams offered. Applicants residing in the Philippines must take the CPUCAT either on-campus or during scheduled off-campus CPUCAT sessions in their respective provinces, if available.

XV. Are there online exams available for individuals residing outside the Philippines?
Answer: Yes, online CPUCAT is available for individuals residing abroad. For inquiries, please contact:

Mobile: 0921 760 2647
Email: infocenter@cpu.edu.ph
Tel: (033) 3307 216, (033) 3291971 to 79 local 2129
Website: www.cpu.edu.ph

XVI. Can I enroll in an academic program different from what I indicated on my CPUCAT application form?
Answer:  Yes, you are permitted to enroll in a different academic program, provided you meet the requirements for your chosen course of study. Kindly bring your CPUCAT results to the college of your choice.

 XVII. What are the contact details of CPU?
Answer:

Information Center:
tel. (033) 3307216, (033) 3291971 to 79 local 2129
mobile no. 0921 760 2647
email infocenter@cpu.edu.ph

Office of Communications:
tel. (033) 3291971 to 79 local 1047
email communications@cpu.edu.ph

Registrar:
tel. (033) 3307241, (033) 3291971 to 79 local 2179
email registrar@cpu.edu.ph        

Please follow the official CPU Facebook page for updates:
https://www.facebook.com/CentralPhilippineUniversity.CPU.

For CPUCAT takers SY 2025-2026, kindly fill out the feedback form here:  https://forms.gle/RZgmNC113BpgeVPS9.