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Singapore Science and Engineering Fair (SSEF)

Run by MOE / A*STAR / Science Centre Singapore

Deadline: 13 January 2027

In personSingaporeYear-long research project; fair held in MarchFreeOpenHigh effort

About this opportunity

<p>The Singapore Science &amp; Engineering Fair (SSEF) is a national research competition organised by the Ministry of Education, A*STAR, and Science Centre Singapore. It is the country's affiliate of the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF), and serves as the selection route for Team Singapore to the international fair.</p><ul><li>Open to secondary and pre-university students in Singapore-based MOE schools, regardless of nationality.</li><li>Projects may be submitted as an individual or as a team of up to three students; each student may submit only one project.</li><li>Entries are judged by panels of academic and industry researchers, with top entries selected for ISEF representation — only Singapore citizens and PRs qualify for the ISEF team.</li><li>Awards include Gold, Silver and Bronze at the national fair, alongside a range of special prizes and category awards.</li><li>The 2026 fair ran 9–11 March 2026 at Singapore Expo; project submission and internal school selection typically happen in the months leading up to the fair.</li></ul>

Who can apply

Secondary and pre-university students in MOE schools; individual or team of up to 3

How to apply

Submit the SSEF Entry Form via FormSG from 9 Nov 2026 for your school's Teacher Coordinator to endorse, then submit your Project Report by 13 Jan 2027, 5pm. Your school must first register a Teacher Coordinator.

What you get

Award Recognition

Frequently asked

Who runs this?+

Run by MOE / A*STAR / Science Centre Singapore.

Who can apply?+

Secondary and pre-university students in MOE schools; individual or team of up to 3

When's the deadline?+

Applications close on 13 January 2027.

Is it paid?+

Free to apply. No participant fees.

How do I apply?+

Submit the SSEF Entry Form via FormSG from 9 Nov 2026 for your school's Teacher Coordinator to endorse, then submit your Project Report by 13 Jan 2027, 5pm.

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Last verified 27 September 2026·Updated 27 September 2026