O-Level Score Calculator: ELR2B2 & L1R5 for Poly and JC

Published: 18 Jan 2026
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O-Level ELR2B2 and L1R5 Calculator - SGSchoolKaki

O-Level results are out and it's time to plan your next step. Whether you're aiming for Polytechnic or Junior College, we've got you covered with two dedicated calculators designed for each pathway.

Two Calculators, Two Pathways

Choose the right tool for your educational journey

ELR2B2 Calculator

For Polytechnic

L1R5 Calculator

For JC/MI

Two Pathways, Two Calculators

ELR2B2

Polytechnic Pathway

Calculate your aggregate score for polytechnic admission using EL + R2 + B2 (English + 2 Relevant + 2 Best subjects).

196 polytechnic courses
All 5 polytechnics covered
Category A/B/C/D support
Try ELR2B2 Calculator

L1R5

JC/MI Pathway

Calculate L1R5 for JC and L1R4 for MI simultaneously. Includes bonus points for CCA, HMT, and Third Language.

13 JCs with color coding
Dual L1R5 + L1R4 calculation
Full bonus point system
Try L1R5 Calculator

ELR2B2 Calculator: Polytechnic Pathway

Our ELR2B2 Calculator is built specifically for students targeting polytechnic education. It calculates your aggregate score using the official MOE formula and matches you with eligible courses from all five polytechnics.

196 Courses

Complete database of polytechnic courses from SP, NP, TP, RP, and NYP with 2026 cutoff points.

4 Categories

Supports Category A, B, C, and D courses with specific subject requirements automatically handled.

2028 Mode

Preview how the new 2028 criteria (COP ≤22 vs current ≤26) will affect your course eligibility.

Dual Entry

Enter grades subject-by-subject OR use quick score entry if you already know your aggregate.

Open ELR2B2 Calculator

L1R5 Calculator: JC/MI Pathway

Our L1R5 Calculator is designed for students targeting Junior College (JC) or Millennia Institute (MI). It calculates both L1R5 and L1R4 scores simultaneously and includes the full bonus point system.

Dual Scores

Calculate L1R5 for JC and L1R4 for MI at the same time. See your options for both pathways instantly.

Bonus Points

Full bonus system: CCA (-2), Higher MTL (-2), and Third Language (-2) with cap at -4 total.

13 JCs

Color-coded JC matching with elite JC identification. See which JCs match your score at a glance.

Reach Schools

Shows schools within +3 points of your score as "reach" options worth considering.

2028 Subject Rules Ready

Our calculator enforces the new 2028 requirement: at least 3 Humanities/Arts subjects AND 3 Math/Science subjects must be offered at O-Level.

Open L1R5 Calculator

Feature Comparison

Feature
ELR2B2
L1R5
Target Institution5 Polytechnics13 JCs + MI
Courses/Schools196 Courses13 JCs + 1 MI
Score CalculationEL + R2 + B2L1 + R5 (or R4)
Bonus PointsN/ACCA, HMT, 3rd Lang
2028 Mode
Smart Filtering
Mobile Responsive

How to Use

1

Choose Your Pathway

Decide if you're targeting Polytechnic (ELR2B2) or JC/MI (L1R5). You can try both calculators to explore your options.

2

Enter Your Grades

Input your O-Level subject grades (A1 to F9). The calculator will automatically identify the best combination for your score.

3

View Matched Courses

Instantly see which courses or JCs you qualify for based on your score. Filter by institution, field of study, or cutoff range.

Ready to Calculate Your Score?

Use our free calculators to discover your options. Whether you're aiming for a polytechnic diploma or a JC education, we'll help you find the best fit.

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Published:18 January 2026

Reviewed by: KW Phoon

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