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This section provides information on pathways for students who will be taking the GCE O-Level examinations in 2026.
O-Level Pathway (Nov 2025).pdfOverview of Post-Secondary Admission Exercises for 4E/5N
Joint Admission Exercises (JAE)
JAE allows GCE O-Level holders to apply online for admission to junior colleges (JC), Millennia Institute (MI), polytechnics, and Institute of Technical Education (ITE). Learn about the aggregate score computation, grade requirements for specific subjects, bonus points etc. for each of the following pathways.
JC
Education in a junior college (JC) prepares students for the A-Level examinations or the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma at the end of the 2-year JC course.
MI
Education in a Millennia Institute (MI) prepares students for the A-Level examinations at the end of the 3-year MI course.
Polytechnic
Polytechnics provide hands-on, practice-based learning experience within a dynamic and progressive learning environment. Work attachments with industry partners, which ranges from 6 weeks to 6 months, are also offered as part of the curriculum.
Polytechnic graduates who wish to further their studies may be considered for admission to universities based on their diploma qualifications.
ITE 2-Year Higher Nitec
The Institute of Technical Education (ITE) offers career and technical education for secondary school graduates through Higher Nitec courses.
2026-jae-courses.pdf2025 JAE Cut Off Points for courses in:
JC/MI (p.1)
Polytechnic (p.2-53)
ITE 2-Yr Higher Nitec (p.54-62)
Arts Institutions – NAFA/LASALLE
GCE O-Level holders with the aptitude and interest to pursue the creative arts at the tertiary level may apply for diploma programmes at the Arts Institutions (AIs). Each AI runs its own admissions exercise, and interested students should apply directly to the institution.
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