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Q: How should students and parents use NUS IGP 2026, NTU IGP 2026, and SMU IGP 2026? A: Treat every university IGP as a competitiveness signal, not a promise. Use it to sort programmes into stretch / fit / safety, then immediately check prerequisites and interview/portfolio rules on the official admissions 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: Last reviewed 2026-03-25. Always verify on official admissions pages — IGP tables and definitions can change year to year.
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
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. Competitive programmes like Medicine and Law typically require RP70 scores above 85, while Arts & Social Sciences programmes may admit students with scores around 70–77.5. Check the NUS IGP section above for faculty-specific context.
Is 70 RP enough for university? 70 RP is the maximum base score under the new system (3 H2 As + GP A). A base UAS of around 60–65 is competitive for many programmes, while the most selective courses require 85+. Use the faculty-type table above as a rough guide, and remember that IGP is indicative, not a guarantee.
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.
