1961 Philippine Presidential Election

November 14, 1961 · The Third Republic

Emmanuel Pelaez won with 37.57% against Sergio Osmeña Jr. on 34.37%. Turnout 79.4%.

President before

Carlos P. Garcia

Nacionalista

Elected President

Diosdado Macapagal

Liberal

Winning share

37.6%

Turnout

79.4%

The result