Junior College (Joint Admission Exercise) 2025
The 2024 GCE O-Level results are expected to be released between Friday, January 10 and Tuesday, January 14, 2025
The Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE) is an annual exercise conducted by the Ministry of Education (MOE). It allows holders of the Singapore-Cambridge GCE ‘O’ Level results to apply for admission to courses offered in the Junior Colleges (JC), Millennia Institute (MI), Polytechnics (Poly) and Institute of Technical Education (ITE).
The JAE usually takes place in January, after students receive their GCE ‘O’ level examinations results. JAE application is done through the Internet.
ADMISSION CRITERIA FOR JC
To be eligible for admission to a junior college (JC) course via JAE or DSA-JC, you must meet these 2 criteria:
- Your L1R5 gross aggregate score must not exceed 20.
What are my options after receiving my O’levels Results or Singapore-Cambridge Secondary Education Certificate (SEC) examination?
We have provided resources for you to help you with your decision making.
What are the latest cut off points for JC in 2025?
Choosing the right junior college (JC) after your O-Level results is an important decision that can shape your academic future. You need to be realistic in your choices given the increasingly competitive JC admission criteria. Each year, we see narrowing of gaps and cut-off points becoming smaller for the top 5 JCs. Instead of just choosing a JC that you qualify for, consider other elements like school’s culture, the programmes offered and listen to what the alumni has to say. Visit the school during open houses, don’t just rely on hear say and what you read on reddit! Listen to what your tutors or school teachers have to share, some junior colleges (not the top 5) have a good reputation of giving very good academic support and resources to students. These may be the factors that you should consider too.
Which JC should I choose?
Think of factors like your preferred subjects, the college’s reputation such as CCAs and elective programmes. Ask yourself ‘What are your career goals ? ” and “What is the type of environment you thrive in? “Do you prefer a competitive or more relaxed environment?” You should also seek out tutors to help support you in this critical last leg of your academic journey. The rumours are real, A’Levels is one of the most challenging academic exam you will ever encounter in your life. Reach out to our team of MOE teachers who can help you with subjects from General Paper to Literature, Project Work, Economics and more. Whatsapp us today.
We’ve provided the latest and most comprehension list of the admission requirements for junior colleges in Singapore (2025). This can guide you in understanding the criteria for each JC. Research the courses offered, college culture, and available student support systems, and don’t forget to visit campuses to make a well-informed choice.
| No. | Junior College | Science Stream JC Cut-off Points (JC/IB) | Arts Stream Cut-off Points | Commerce Stream only for MI | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anderson Serangoon Junior College, ASJC | 3 – 10 | 8 – 11 | ||
| 2 | Anglo-Chinese Junior College, ACJC | 2 – 8 | 2 – 9 | JC shaded in blue has an Aggregate Cut-Off Points for Science Stream is 8 and below | |
| 3 | Anglo-Chinese School (Independent) (Junior College) IB | – | – | International Baccalaureate: 2 – 4 | |
| 4 | Catholic Junior College, CJC | 7 – 12 | 8 – 13 | ||
| 5 | Dunman High School (Senior High / Junior College) | 2 – 7 | 2 – 8 | JC shaded in blue has an Aggregate Cut-Off Points for Science Stream of 8 and below | |
| 6 | Eunoia Junior College, EJC | 2 – 6 | 3 – 7 | JC shaded in blue has an Aggregate Cut-Off Points for Science Stream of 8 and below | |
| 7 | Hwa Chong Institution (Junior College) | 2 – 4 | 2 – 5 | JC shaded in blue has an Aggregate Cut-Off Points for Science Stream of 8 and below | |
| 8 | Jurong Pioneer Junior College, JPJC | 5 – 14 | 9 – 15 | ||
| 9 | Millennia Institute, MI | 6 – 17 | 9 – 19 | Commerce: 8 – 19 | Commerce Stream offers subjects like Management of Business and Principles of Accounting |
| 10 | National Junior College, NJC | 2 – 7 | 6 – 8 | JC shaded in blue has an Aggregate Cut-Off Points for Science Stream of 8 and below | |
| 11 | Nanyang Junior College, NYJC | 2 – 5 | 3 – 6 | JC shaded in blue has an Aggregate Cut-Off Points for Science Stream of 8 and below | |
| 12 | Raffles Institution (Junior College) | 2 – 4 | 2 – 5 | JC shaded in blue has an Aggregate Cut-Off Points for Science Stream is 8 and below | |
| 13 | River Valley Senior High School (Junior College) | 5 – 8 | 7 – 9 | JC shaded in blue has an Aggregate Cut-Off Points for Science Stream of 8 and below | |
| 14 | St. Andrew’s Junior College, SAJC | 3 – 9 | 5 – 10 | ||
| 15 | St. Joseph’s Institution (Junior College) | – | – | International Baccalaureate: 2 – 6 | |
| 16 | Tampines Meridian Junior College, TMJC | 6 – 12 | 4 – 13 | ||
| 17 | Temasek Junior College, TJC | 2 – 7 | 6 – 8 | JC shaded in blue has an Aggregate Cut-Off Points for Science Stream is 8 and below |
What JCs can I choose if I got L1R5 15 points?
Your results didn’t turn out the way you thought. Does the O’levels define you? Should you still go to a JC or choose to go Poly instead? How about taking O’levels again? What are your options?
H1 GENERAL PAPER (SYLLABUS 8881) 2024 A’Levels Paper 1
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