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Last Updated:  14 Jan 2026

Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE)

3. Selection process

The selection process is made up of 3 components, which may not take place in sequence. The components are:

  • Selection interview
  • Entrance proficiency tests (EPTs)
  • Medical examination
 
Note: All applicants that are considered for the teaching of Physical Education will have to sit for the Physical Proficiency Test (PPT). Learn how you can prepare for the test with the Physical Proficiency Test training guide.

Selection interview

If you are shortlisted, you will receive an interview invitation with the following information: 

  • Teaching subjects you have been shortlisted for.
  • Interview details.
  • Required documents to bring to the interview.

The interview includes two written tasks, a short presentation and a discussion with the interview panel. If you are shortlisted for teaching a Mother Tongue Language (MTL), you will be required to respond to the scenario question and complete the short presentation in your respective MTL.

Depending on our organisational needs, we might assign you a different subject from what you had applied for. If so, please consider your interest and aptitude in the assigned subjects before accepting the interview invitation.

Entrance proficiency tests (EPT)

You may be required to sit for certain EPTs at the Ministry’s discretion. If you are required to take any test(s), you will be notified accordingly. Please note that receiving an email notification to sit for the EPT does not imply selection for appointment.

Medical examination

You will be required to undergo a medical examination, paid for by the Ministry. Instructions and details will be sent to you in time. Please go for the medical examination as soon as possible to facilitate the processing of your application.

 

Note: Undergoing the medical examination does not indicate that you have been selected for appointment.

Selection outcome

For those who have gone through the selection interview, you can expect to hear from us within 4 – 5 weeks. If you have not received an update from us on your application status, we seek your understanding. We are still processing your application and will get back to you at the earliest opportunity.

If you are selected for the next step

Should you clear the necessary selection components and are selected, you will receive:

  • An Offer of Appointment to your compulsory contract teaching stint.
  • An invitation to attend the appointment briefing.

If your application is unsuccessful, we will inform you via email.

 
Note: Once appointed, you will not be able to change the assigned subject(s) as subject assignment is based on factors such as eligibility and organisational requirements.

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