Raffles Institution (Junior College)

Highly Selective
📍 CentralIndependentRanked #1 among all JCs (2024)

Singapore's most selective Junior College, Raffles Institution (Junior College) is renowned for academic excellence and a strong tradition of producing national leaders, top scholars, and Olympiad medallists. Part of the Raffles family of schools with a direct IP pathway from Raffles Girls' School and Raffles Institution (Secondary).

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L1R5 Cut-Off Points

Net L1R5 scores after bonus point deductions. Lower score = more selective. In 2024, RI became equally selective as in 2023.

2022
4
L1R5
2023
4
L1R5
— unchanged
2024
4
L1R5
— unchanged
2024 Ranking Among All JCs
#1
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4
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School Details

School Type
Independent
Region
Central
2024 Selectivity
Highly Selective
3-Year Trend
444

Notable For

  • Singapore Mathematical Olympiad top performers
  • President's Scholars
  • Strong debate and music culture

IP Feeder Schools

Students from these IP schools progress directly to RI without O-Levels.

  • Raffles Girls' School
  • Raffles Institution

JAE Admission Tips

  • 🎯Target a net L1R5 of 4 or below to qualify (2024 cut-off, indicative).
  • 🏅CCA bonus points (up to 2 pts) and other bonuses can reduce your effective L1R5 score.
  • 📋During JAE (January), list RI as your first choice to maximise chances if your score is at the cut-off boundary.
  • ⚠️Cut-off points are indicative — actual yearly cut-offs depend on the cohort size and school vacancies.

Is RI Right For You?

Raffles Institution (Junior College) accepts students with a net L1R5 score of 4 or below (2024 indicative cut-off). As a Independent JC located in Central, RI is rated highly selective based on historical admission data.

Beyond cut-off scores, consider whether the school's culture, subject combinations, and CCA offerings align with your interests and university goals. Location and commute time are also practical factors — RI is in Central, which may be convenient depending on where you live.

If you are planning your secondary school route to reach RI, browse all secondary schools with PSLE cut-off data →