The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has issued a final call to amateur and professional photographers across the Philippines to submit their entries for the PAGCOR Photography Contest 2026. According to the state gaming regulator, the deadline for all submissions is June 30, 2026.
Theme and Eligibility
This year’s competition centers on the theme “Kids@Play” and is open to Filipino photography enthusiasts aged 16 and above. According to PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco, the theme is designed to highlight the spirit of childhood by showcasing the joy, creativity, and life lessons that children experience through play.
Mr. Tengco explained that play is essential for a child’s physical, social, and emotional development. “Beyond providing enjoyment, play helps children develop important values such as discipline, perseverance, sportsmanship, and resilience,” Mr. Tengco stated, adding that these qualities help shape character and build a foundation for their future aspirations.
Categories and Cash Prizes
The PAGCOR Photography Contest 2026 features three distinct categories based on the equipment used:
- Conventional Category: For photos taken using traditional or conventional cameras, including Single Lens Reflex (SLR), Digital SLR, and compact cameras.
- Mobile Category: For photos captured using mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets.
- Drone Category: For images captured using drone-mounted cameras.
PAGCOR has announced substantial cash prizes for the winners and finalists in each category. In the Conventional Category, eight winners will each receive Php 100,000 and a trophy. For the Mobile and Drone Categories, eight winners in each group will receive Php 50,000 and a trophy.
Additionally, 24 finalists across all three categories will receive consolation prizes. Finalists in the Conventional Category will receive Php 35,000 each, while finalists in the Mobile and Drone Categories will receive Php 20,000 each.
Submission Information
All interested participants must submit their entries through the official contest website at www.pagcor.ph/photocon2026 on or before the June 30, 2026 deadline.
Source: PAGCOR Official News Archive
