A-Level Students

Direct Admissions Exercise (DAE)

The Direct Admissions Exercise (DAE) lets you apply for a full-time diploma course using your local qualifications. Admission is based on academic merit and the availability of slots in each course.

Possible module exemptions:
If you're eligible and your application is successful, you may be considered for:

• One-semester exemption, or

• One-year exemption

This applies to both the April and October intakes, depending on the course you are applying for, and your A-Level subjects and grades. 

Who can apply

You’re eligible to apply if you are a Singapore-Cambridge GCE 'A'-level holder and meet the Minimum Entry Requirements (MER) [PDF, 332KB].

If you don’t meet these A-Level requirements, you can still apply for admission to 3-year RP courses using your O-Level results. Check O-Level entry requirements here. (For April Intake only)

Choosing a course

With so many options, it’s normal to feel unsure about what to pick. Here's how to start:

• Explore our full list of RP diploma courses

• Some courses have additional requirements, such as medical checks or aptitude tests. Click here [PDF, 144 KB] for full details.

DAE application timeline for A-Level Students

You can apply for either the April or October intake, depending on your preference and eligibility.

• April 2026 Intake:  25 February - 10 March 2026

• October 2026 Intake: August 2026

You’ll need to apply online through the DAE Application Portal. Follow our step-by-step user guide here [PDF, 974 KB]. 

You can indicate up to 3 course choices in your application.

Tip: Check your details and course selections carefully before submitting — you won’t be able to edit your application after it’s submitted.

What happens after you apply

1. Posting results

The outcome of your DAE application will be sent to your email account (indicated in your DAE application) on the following dates.

• April 2026 Intake: By 31 March 2026

• October 2026 Intake: By 30 Sep 2026

2. Online enrolment

If you’re successfully posted to RP, you’ll receive an email with instructions on how to complete your online enrolment.

Click here for enrolment details.

Note: If you had previously accepted another RP course offer, and your DAE application is successful, you’ll need to accept the new course offer. This will replace your earlier acceptance.