How to apply (DSA)

Apply for DSA-Sec online via the DSA-Sec Portal. The application window runs from 6 May to 2 June 2026.

Last updated on 23 July 2026

Application for DSA-Sec can be submitted through the online DSA-Sec Portal. The application is free-of-charge.

For more details, please refer to MOE website – www.moe.gov.sg/dsa-sec (opens in new tab)

The details are as follow:

Table 1: Application details

Application Period	6 May 2026, 11am – 2 June 2026, 4.30pm
Accessing the DSA Portal	Applicants from MOE mainstream primary schools: • Parent may log in directly to DSA-Sec Portal • Only one parent’s SingPass is needed to log in • If parent/guardian is unable to apply online, please approach the child’s primary school for assistance. Other applicants NOT studying in MOE mainstream primary schools: • Please apply for a Registration Number (RGxxxxxxx) to access the DSA-Sec Portal • Please refer to MOE website: https://go.gov.sg/nmsdsa-sec-application (opens in new tab)
Choices	• Students can indicate up to three choices (maximum of two choices for the same school under two different talent areas)
Information to provide	• Valid email address and local mobile number • Applicants studying in MOE mainstream primary schools will have their primary school information shared directly with DSA-Sec schools that they apply to • Optional to indicate non-school-based activities and achievements