BSKE 2026
Barangay & Sangguniang Kabataan Elections
🗳️ 2026 Barangay & SK Elections
Monday, November 2, 2026 — 162 days away
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Key dates
May 18, 2026
Voter registration deadline
Last day to register or transfer for BSKE 2026
Sept 28 - Oct 5, 2026
COC filing period
Candidates file Certificates of Candidacy at COMELEC
October 3, 2026
Election period starts
Gun ban begins. Carrying of firearms outside residence prohibited
October 22, 2026
Campaign period starts
10-day campaign period begins
October 31, 2026
Campaign period ends
Last day for campaigning
November 2, 2026
Election day
Monday. Polls open 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
November 2026
Proclamation of winners
Winning candidates are proclaimed by the Board of Canvassers
December 1, 2026
Assumption of office
Elected officials take their oath and begin 4-year terms under RA 12232
What is BSKE?
BSKE stands for Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections — the nationwide election held to choose the leaders of every barangay (the smallest unit of local government) and every Sangguniang Kabataan (youth council) in the Philippines.
There are over 42,010 barangays in the country, each electing 16 officials: a Punong Barangay (barangay captain), 7 Kagawads, an SK Chairperson, and 7 SK Kagawads. Under Republic Act 12232, officials elected in BSKE 2026 will serve four-year terms (the first election under the new law).
Read our complete BSKE 2026 guide for everything about qualifications, filing, campaign rules, and how to prepare.
Guides and resources
Find your barangay
See who currently leads your barangay and find contact details.
Frequently asked questions
When is BSKE 2026?
The 2026 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
Who can vote in BSKE 2026?
Filipino citizens aged 18 and above on election day who are registered voters in their barangay can vote for barangay positions. For SK positions, registered voters aged 15 to 30 on election day can vote.
What positions are elected?
Each barangay elects 16 officials: 1 Punong Barangay (barangay captain), 7 Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), 1 SK Chairperson, and 7 SK Kagawads.
How long is the term of office?
Under Republic Act 12232 (signed August 13, 2025), the term is four (4) years, increased from the previous three years. Officials may serve for not more than three consecutive terms in the same position. SK officials are limited to a single term under RA 10742.
How do I check if I am registered to vote?
Visit the COMELEC Precinct Finder at voterverifier.comelec.gov.ph. Enter your full name and date of birth. If your name does not appear, you may need to register or reactivate your record at your local COMELEC office before the May 18, 2026 deadline.
Do I need a voter's ID to vote?
No. Any valid government-issued photo ID is accepted at the polls. The voter's ID is not a requirement for voting in the Philippines.