What Are the JC Cut-Off Points for 2026? Full List and What Students Should Know
Singapore’s 2026 Junior College (JC) Cut-Off Points (COPs) have been officially released along with the individual postings of JC1 students. These results give current Secondary 4 students and their families a clearer picture of which JCs they may be eligible for under the Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE).
JC cut-off points refer to the net L1R5 score of the last student admitted into a junior college this year, and are widely used as a benchmark for gauging competitiveness. Generally, a lower COP indicates higher demand, while a higher COP may suggest more available places.
Students are encouraged to view COPs as a reference point rather than a guarantee, as actual admission depends on factors such as school choice order and overall applicant demand.
How students should use the 2026 JC COPs
Education counsellors advise students to: — Apply to a range of JCs, including those slightly above and below their net score — Consider school culture, subject strengths, and location, not just COPs — Factor in bonus points from CCA participation and Higher Mother Tongue, where applicable.
Below is Singapore’s 2026 JC Cut-Off Points compared to 2025’s:
