NUS NTU SMU SUTD SIT SUSS IGP 2026 Cut-Off Point Guide
NUS, NTU, SMU, SUTD, SIT, SUSS IGP 2026: Cut-Off Point Guide
Study guide//Updated 25 Mar 2026
Compare NUS, NTU, SMU, SUTD, SIT and SUSS IGP 2026 data, university cut-off point searches, 70-point UAS assumptions, prerequisites, and stretch, fit or safety choices.
Q: How should students and parents use NUS IGP 2026, NTU IGP 2026, SMU IGP 2026, SUTD IGP, SIT IGP, and SUSS IGP? A: Treat every university IGP as a competitiveness signal, not a promise or guaranteed cut-off point. NUS, NTU, SMU, SUTD, SIT, and SUSS publish different notes, so use IGP to sort programmes into stretch / fit / safety, then check prerequisites, interviews, portfolios, and the 70-point UAS assumptions on the official page.
TL;DR (fast read) If you only remember one thing: IGP is not a cut-off and not a guarantee. Use IGP to sense “how competitive is this programme likely to be?”, then immediately check: - subject prerequisites (eligibility) - interviews/tests/portfolio (selection) If you're actually looking for how the 70-point UAS is computed (including rebasing), go here instead: 70RP vs 90RP: What the New A-Level University Admission Score Means
Status: University IGP links last reviewed 2026-03-25. The 70-point UAS framing was rechecked against SEAB's 2025 A-Level results release note on 2026-05-21. Always verify on official admissions pages - IGP tables and definitions can change year to year.
Multi-stage assessment and programme-specific notes
Quick decision guide: how to use university IGP 2026
If you are checking...
Treat IGP as...
Do this next
NUS IGP 2026 or NTU IGP 2026
a competitiveness band
Check prerequisites, then label the course as stretch / fit / safety
SMU IGP 2026
a rough band, not the full decision
Check interview expectations immediately because SMU shortlists holistically
SUTD, SIT, or SUSS IGP 2026
a starting filter
Read the admissions notes because interviews and programme-specific screening matter more
Any course with tests / portfolio / interviews
only one part of the picture
Build your shortlist around eligibility first, then assessments, then IGP
Quick shortlist rule: stretch, fit, safety
Your profile vs the published IGP band
What to call it
How to use it
clearly above the recent profile
safety / stable fit
keep 1-2 of these in your list
around the recent profile
fit / realistic
this should form the core of your shortlist
below the recent profile but still eligible
stretch
keep only a small number and pair them with strong realistic choices
University-by-university quick reference
University
What the official page is best for
What students miss most
NUS
broad faculty-level competitiveness
prerequisites and ABA requirements still matter
NTU
comparing programme ranges and places
some flagship programmes screen beyond raw grades
SMU
directional competitiveness
interview performance matters more than families expect
SUTD
broad readiness, not fine-grained ranking
the conversation session is part of the actual gate
SIT
applied-course directionality
band-style tables are not the same as NUS/NTU percentile tables
SUSS
transparent banding plus multi-stage assessment
the assessment flow means raw IGP is less predictive
Quick reference: how to read high, middle, and lower IGP bands
Faculty type
How to treat the IGP band
What to check next
Medicine / Dentistry
Usually a very high-competition band
Subject prerequisites, interviews, tests, and portfolio requirements
Law
Usually a high-competition band
Written tests, interviews, and shortlist rules
Computing / Engineering
Often varies sharply by university and course
H2 Math, H2 Science, portfolio, and course-specific prerequisites
Business
Often mixes grade profile with interview or writing screens
Interview, writing, and aptitude-based admissions notes
Arts & Social Sciences
Often broader, but still course-specific
Subject fit, writing evidence, and ABA or interview notes where relevant
Do not compare old 90-rank-point examples directly against the current 70-point UAS without reading the official UAS notes. SEAB's 2025 A-Level release states that the revised UAS maximum is 70 points, calculated from the candidate's three H2 subjects and H1 General Paper.
IGP (Indicative Grade Profile) is published to help applicants understand the typical grade range of students who were offered places in the previous admissions cycle.
But in real life, admissions outcomes depend on more than grades:
whether you meet subject prerequisites,
whether there are additional assessments (interview/test/portfolio),
yearly changes in demand, places, and cohort performance,
and, from AY2026 admissions onwards, the UAS computation framework changes how scores are presented.
Practical takeaway: IGP is a useful compass, but it is not your GPS.
2 | The 4 most common ways students misread IGP
Misread #1: “If I meet the IGP, I'm in”
Not true. IGP is indicative, not a guarantee.
If the programme has additional assessments (interview/test/portfolio), the “cut” is not just grades.
Misread #3: “I can compare year-to-year without reading the fine print”
Under the UAS transition, published profiles may still be based on the previous cohort's framing (and may assume baseline grades for GP/PW for comparison).
If you're applying in the first year(s) of the revised computation, treat IGP as “how competitive was this programme recently?” - not a precise score conversion table.
Misread #4: “IGP is the same thing across all universities”
Different universities may publish:
different formats (letters vs ranges vs GPAs for poly),
different assumptions (e.g., how GP/PW are treated for representative profiles),
and different notes about additional assessments.
Always read the explanatory notes on the official page you're using.
3 | A practical workflow: how to use IGP without getting misled
Do this per programme you're seriously considering:
Check prerequisites first (eligibility). Don't waste time comparing IGP for a programme you're not eligible for.
Check whether there are additional assessments. If there's an interview/test/portfolio, plan for it early (and do not treat grades as the whole story).
Use IGP as a competitiveness signal. Ask: “Is this a stretch / realistic / safety programme for me?”
Decide your application strategy. A simple approach:
NUS publishes the 10th and 90th percentile grade profiles for each faculty/programme. Under the new 70-point UAS, NUS assumes Grade "C" for GP and PW when constructing representative profiles.
What to watch for:
NUS has the most programmes of any Singapore university - IGP ranges vary enormously between faculties (e.g. Medicine vs Arts & Social Sciences)
Some NUS programmes use Aptitude-Based Admissions (ABA) - IGP is only part of the picture. See our ABA guide
NUS Computing and NUS Business have separate IGP rows for different specialisations
SMU publishes IGP by programme. Crucially, all SMU applicants are shortlisted for interview - grades alone do not determine admission.
What to watch for:
SMU's holistic admissions process means the published IGP is less predictive than at NUS/NTU. A student below the 90th percentile IGP may still be admitted with a strong interview
SMU does not publish as many sub-specialisation rows - check the main programme page for tracks
SMU Law and SMU Computing have distinct additional requirements
SUTD takes a holistic approach and publishes less granular IGP data than NUS/NTU/SMU. SUTD has stated that nearly all A-Level holders who were offered admission had H2 Mathematics, with the majority scoring As or Bs.
What to watch for:
SUTD requires a conversation session (interview) with faculty - IGP is only a starting filter
Physics is not a compulsory prerequisite for SUTD admission, despite its engineering focus
From AY2026, a pass in Project Work is required for eligibility
SIT publishes its IGP as a PDF showing the percentage of first-choice applicants in each GPA/UAS band who received offers. This is a different format from NUS/NTU/SMU - it shows distribution bands rather than percentile cutoffs.
What to watch for:
SIT's applied-degree programmes have polytechnic GPA as the primary IGP metric. A-Level profiles are secondary
SIT uses interviews as a key part of admissions - especially for Allied Health and nursing programmes
SIT's IGP changes year-to-year more than other universities because programme offerings evolve with industry partnerships
SUSS publishes one of the most transparent IGP tables, showing both the percentage of received offers and final acceptance outcomes by GPA/UAS band. All shortlisted SUSS applicants undergo a multi-stage assessment (essay, cognitive test, interview).
What to watch for:
SUSS full-time undergraduate programmes are growing in popularity - IGP has tightened in recent years
The multi-stage assessment means SUSS IGP is less predictive of admission than at NUS/NTU
SUSS Social Work and Early Childhood programmes have placement requirements beyond grades
5 | Frequently asked questions
What does IGP stand for? Indicative Grade Profile. It is a record of the grade range of students who were offered places in the previous admissions cycle. It is not a guarantee of admission.
Is IGP the same as a cut-off point? No. IGP shows a range (10th to 90th percentile), not a single cut-off. A student below the 90th percentile IGP was still admitted - but they may have been assessed on interview, portfolio, or other criteria.
How does the new 70-point UAS affect IGP? From AY2026 admissions, the University Admission Score (UAS) uses a 70-point scale instead of the previous 90-point Rank Point system. IGP published for AY2026 onwards reflects the new scoring. If you are comparing with older IGP data, do not directly compare the numbers - use our 70RP vs 90RP explainer for conversion context.
Can I use IGP to compare across universities? With caution. Different universities publish IGP in different formats and with different assumptions. NUS and NTU use 10th/90th percentile grades; SIT uses distribution bands; SUTD publishes less granular data. Compare like with like.
Where can I find the official IGP for each university? Use the direct links in the university sections above. Always use the official university page - third-party compilations may be outdated or incomplete.
What is a good IGP score for NUS? It depends on the faculty and applicant group. Use the official NUS IGP page to compare the specific course row, then check subject prerequisites, ABA notes, interviews, tests, and whether the published profile uses A-Level grades, polytechnic GPA, or another basis.
Is 70 RP enough for university? Under the revised UAS framework, 70 points is the maximum base score from three H2 subjects and H1 General Paper. If you are using the old 90-point language, convert your thinking first before comparing against current IGP notes. Then treat each course as stretch, fit, or safety based on the official university row and its prerequisites.
How do I convert my A-Level grades to the new 70-point system? Each H2 A is worth 20 points and GP A is worth 10, giving a base maximum of 70. For a full grade-to-point breakdown and rebasing rules, see our 70RP vs 90RP explainer.
What happens if my score is below the IGP cutoff? You may still be admitted. IGP shows a range (10th to 90th percentile), not a hard cut-off. Programmes with interviews, portfolios, or ABA pathways consider factors beyond grades. Apply strategically with a mix of stretch, realistic, and safety choices.
Does IGP guarantee admission? No. IGP is indicative - it reflects past cohort data, not a promise. Meeting the IGP range does not guarantee an offer, and falling below it does not automatically disqualify you, especially if the programme uses holistic or aptitude-based admissions.
