Binibining Pilipinas opens applications for 2026 pageant

The search for the next set of queens has begun as Binibining Pilipinas officially opened applications for its 2026 competition.

On Facebook, Binibining Pilipinas announced that the application process is now underway for aspiring candidates who want to take part in this year's pageant.

"In every confident step, a queen is formed. In every brave heart, a Binibini is born. Are you ready to #BeBinibini?" the organization wrote.

Interested applicants may download the application forms through the link provided on Binibining Pilipinas' official social media page.

Completed forms may be sent Binibining Pilipinas' email or submitted personally at the BPCI Office located on the 8th Floor, Aurora Tower, Gen. Malvar St., Araneta City, Quezon City.

The deadline for applications is set on March 14, while the final screening of candidates will take place on March 23.

Last year, Katrina Anne Johnson of Davao Province was named Binibining Pilipinas International 2025, while Annabelle Mae McDonnell of Iligan City was hailed as the Binibining Pilipinas Globe. 

Dalia Varde Khattab of Las Piñas is the first runner-up and Kathleen Enid Espenido of Siargao is the second runner-up.

—Carby Rose Basina/MGP, GMA Integrated News