The landscape of Philippine television continues to evolve, but one thing remains constant: the intense competition for viewer attention. According to the latest data from a reliable source referencing Nielsen NUTAM People Ratings for March 2026, GMA Network continues its reign at the top, while TV5 and RPTV have shown significant strength in the rankings.
GMA Network: The Undisputed Leader
GMA Network remains the powerhouse of Philippine broadcasting. For the period of March 1–24, 2026, GMA garnered a commanding 12.1% rating and a massive 48.0% audience share. Their primetime block is virtually untouchable, with Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre hitting a 9.0% AMR and Never Say Die following closely at 6.9%. These figures solidify GMA's position as the primary choice for Filipino households.
The Rise of TV5 and RPTV
While GMA holds the crown, the most compelling story this month is the resurgence of TV5 and the impressive climb of RPTV.
- TV5 Back at No. 2: TV5 has officially reclaimed its spot as the second most-watched network in the country. With a 4.2% rating and a 16.7% audience share, the Kapatid network is successfully capturing a wider demographic. Their primetime offerings, particularly Totoy Bato (1.5% AMR) and Nag-Aapoy na Damdamin (1.2% AMR), are showing consistent growth and helping secure the network's runner-up position.
- RPTV Climbs to 4th Place: Perhaps the biggest surprise in the latest Nielsen data is RPTV, which has surged to the 4th spot among all networks. With a 1.4% rating and 5.6% audience share, RPTV has overtaken several established competitors, including A2Z. This milestone highlights a shifting preference in free-to-air content and a successful programming strategy for the channel.
Nielsen Channel Performance (March 1–24, 2026)
Based on NUTAM People Ratings - TAM (Preliminary/Overnight Data)
| Network | Ratings (%) | Audience Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
| GMA Network | 12.1 | 48.0% |
| TV5 | 4.2 | 16.7% |
| GTV | 3.3 | 13.1% |
| RPTV | 1.4 | 5.6% |
| A2Z | 1.1 | 4.3% |
| ALLTV2 | 0.7 | 2.6% |
| Heart of Asia / I Heart Movies | 0.6 | 2.4% |
| Kapamilya Channel / One Sports | 0.3 | 1.1% |
| Other Networks | 1.5 | 5.9% |
Program Rankings at a Glance (March 16–27, 2026)
| Rank | Program | Channel | AMR (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre | GMA | 9.0 |
| 2 | Never Say Die | GMA | 6.9 |
| 3 | G! Flicks | GTV | 3.2 |
| 4 | The Secrets of Hotel 88 | GMA | 2.7 |
| 5 | The Alibi | A2Z | 1.7 |
| 6 | Totoy Bato | TV5 | 1.5 |
| 7 | Nag-Aapoy na Damdamin | TV5 | 1.2 |
| 8 | Pira-Pirasong Paraiso | TV5 | 1.0 |
The data proves that while GMA is the giant to beat, the dynamic growth of TV5 and the underdog success of RPTV are reshaping the way Filipinos consume television in 2026.
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