When were the 2026 application deadlines for NUS and NTU that apply to my intake?
For the 2026 intake, NUS listed 23 Feb 2026 as its application deadline for most applicants and NTU listed 19 Mar 2026. Both dates have already passed, so use them as a guide to typical timing and check the official university pages for the next intake.
For the 2026 Fall intake, NUS listed 23 Feb 2026 (for most applicants) and NTU listed 19 Mar 2026 as application deadlines. Both dates are now in the past, so you should treat them as a guide to how early the cycle usually closes and confirm the next dates on each official page.
Singapore Deadlines for the 2026 Intake
| University | Application deadline (2026 intake) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| National University of Singapore (NUS) | 23 Feb 2026 | Applied through the NUS applicant portal; timelines vary by qualification type |
| Nanyang Technological University (NTU) | 19 Mar 2026 | International applications; opening dates were listed from Oct 2025 |
| Singapore Management University (SMU) | 19 Mar 2026 | Portal opened Nov 2025 |
| Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) | 19 Mar 2026 | Full-time undergraduate applications |
| Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) | 19 Mar 2026 | Applications ran from Nov 2025 to Mar 2026 |
| Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) | 2 Mar 2026 | Early deadline for most undergraduate programmes |
| University of the Arts Singapore (UAS) | 31 Mar 2026 | Includes LASALLE and NAFA; portfolio-based programmes |
| National Institute of Education (NIE) | Varies by programme | Tied to the NTU academic calendar |
How the Cycle Works
- Most top Singapore universities open Fall applications in late 2025 and close them by early 2026, which is the primary intake with the widest range of programmes and scholarships.
- Secondary intakes, where offered, usually have later deadlines and fewer course options.
- Deadlines can differ by qualification type, so check the exact date for your own route.
My Advice
Do not wait for the last week. Since the 2026 windows have closed, look up the next cycle on the official NUS and NTU admissions pages, note the opening date, and aim to submit well before the listed deadline. Confirm every date there, because they can change.
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