What is Full Subject-Based Banding (FSBB) in Singapore?

FSBB replaces the old Express, Normal Academic, and Normal Technical streams with subject-level banding from 2024. Students take each subject at G1, G2, or G3 level based on their PSLE results, and can mix levels across subjects.

When did FSBB start in Singapore?

FSBB rolled out fully across all secondary schools in 2024. The first FSBB cohort sits the new Singapore-Cambridge Secondary Education Certificate (SEC) examination in 2027.

What are G1, G2, and G3 levels?

G3 is the most demanding level (similar to the former Express track), G2 is mid-level (former Normal Academic equivalent), and G1 is foundational (former Normal Technical equivalent). Students take each subject at the level matching their PSLE band for that subject.

Will JC admission still use L1R5 under FSBB?

From the 2028 JAE intake, JC admission moves to L1R4 — first language plus four other relevant subjects. The L1R5 system continues for the 2026 and 2027 cohorts who started under the old framework.

Subject-Based Banding (SBB/FSBB) Guide Singapore 2026: G1, G2, G3 Explained

Official guide to Full Subject-Based Banding (FSBB) in Singapore. Learn about G1, G2, G3 subject levels, SEC examination from 2027, and JC admission changes from 2028. Based on MOE and SEAB sources.

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Subject-Based Banding (SBB/FSBB) Guide Singapore 2026: G1, G2, G3 Explained

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