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Over 12,000 Take Day 1 of 2026 Bar Exams Nationwide
A total of 12,029 examinees participated in the first day of the 2026 Bar Examinations held across 15 testing centers nationwide. Nearly half were first-time takers, with women forming the majority. The exam saw a diverse range of ages and backgrounds aspiring to join the legal profession.
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