Joint Polytechnic-SAF Diploma Scheme: 2025 Profile & Specialist Roadmap

Q: What does Joint Polytechnic-SAF Diploma Scheme: 2025 Profile & Specialist Roadmap cover?
A: Everything you need to know about the SAF-sponsored Singapore Polytechnic diploma route-from allowances and service commitments to application milestones, fitness standards, and preparation tips.

TL;DR
The Joint Polytechnic-SAF Diploma Scheme (JPSDS) pays your full three-year Singapore Polytechnic diploma fees, gives tiered monthly allowances, and guarantees Specialist appointments in the Army, Navy, or Air Force-if you can prove fitness, resilience, and genuine motivation for uniformed service.

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Scholarship Snapshot

• Status: Open until 31 Dec 2025 (last checked 2 Mar 2025)
• Official Portal: Joint Polytechnic-SAF Diploma Scheme
• Who It Targets: Strong ‘O'/‘A' Level, ITE, or pre-enlistment applicants aiming for a polytechnic diploma and SAF Specialist track
• Eligibility: Singapore Citizens or PRs aged 16–23 who meet SAF medical fitness and NAPFA requirements
• Tenable Institution: Singapore Polytechnic (all full-time diploma courses)
• Bond: Four-year service bond as a Specialist (five-year minimum term of engagement if you have yet to complete NSF)

Funding & Career Pathway

• Financial coverage: Tuition and compulsory fees, plus monthly stipends-about $1,000 for Combat Specialists and$