Pampanga State University Admission Exam

Step-by-Step Application Guide

IMPORTANT REMINDER:

• Only one application per applicant is allowed.
• Double Application will automatically invalidate your admission in the University.

ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESS

Step 1: Access the Application Portal

• Visit: https://sms.dhvsu.edu.ph/padmission
• Click “New Applicant”

Step 2: Agree to Data Privacy Terms

• Read the privacy policy
• Click “I AGREE” to proceed

Step 3: Select Application Details

• School Campus: Choose your preferred PSU campus
• Application Type: Choose the type of application (e.g., freshman, transferee)
• Classification: Select your category (undergraduate, graduate, etc.)
• Grade Level: Select your appropriate level
• Academic Program:

• 1st Choice: Board or Non-board program
• 2nd Choice: Must be a Non-board program only

Step 4: Fill Out Personal Information

• Enter your details exactly as shown on your PSA Birth Certificate

• If applicable, enter your extension name (e.g., Jr., Sr., III) in the appropriate box.

• Female applicants may use their husband’s surname (submit PSA Marriage Certificate)
• Use an active and valid email address (must be your own)

Step 5: Fill Out Educational Background

• LRN:

• Undergraduate: Kindly enter your Learning Reference Number (LRN), which can be found on your report card or Form 137.
• Graduate/Second Coursers/Transferees: Enter “0”

• Last School Attended:

• Click “Create New” and complete the form

• GWA Calculation:

• Add your:
• Grade 11 (1st Sem Average)
• Grade 11 (2nd Sem Average)
• Grade 12 (1st Sem Average)

• Divide the total by 3

• Example: (98 + 96 + 93) ÷ 3 = 95.6

• Select “Private School” if applicable
• Click “Add” to save

Step 6: Upload Your Photo

• Upload a 2x2 colored photo with white background and name tag

Step 7: Enter Family and Other Required Information

• Fill out all applicable fields

Step 8: Upload Required Documents (Max file size: 1MB each)

• PSA/NSO Birth Certificate or PSA Marriage Certificate (colored original)
• Certified True Copy of Grade 12 Report Card (at least 1st semester)
• GPA/GWA Certificate (at least 1st semester of Grade 12)
• BIR Tax Exemption (if no ITR available)

Step 9: Review Your Application

• Double-check all your entries and uploaded files

Step 10: Submit Application

• Tick the “I agree” box
• Click “Proceed and Submit”

Step 11: Save Your Pooling Number

• A pooling number will appear on screen after submission
• Take a screenshot or write it down for future reference

What Happens Next?

• You will receive an email once your application is reviewed and accepted
• If you qualify, a follow-up email will include your exam schedule

For Graduate School, Law School, Second Coursers, and Transferees Only

Step 12: Pay for the Admission Exam

• Once you receive your exam schedule:

1. Go to the Counseling and Testing Center
   Open: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (except holidays)
2. Request and fill out a Payment Slip
3. Pay the ₱300 exam fee at the cashier
4. Proceed to your scheduled exam

NOTE:
Applications with incomplete or incorrect documents will not be accepted.