1. Applications for the JDS Programme must be submitted via the Admissions Office (TAO) online. The TAO link will be posted on this page when the application period opens. This year, the application period will be opened from Wednesday, 1st October at 12:00 noon to Friday, 21st November 2025 at 17:00.
    
   Please make sure you carefully read the TAO Online Application Manual.
    
   You can also find video tutorials below:

   1. How to Create a TAO Account
   2. How to access the input screen after logging in/re-logging in
   3. Detailed explanation of the input screen and important notes

    

2. Submit hard copies of the following documents that you digitally submitted to the JDS Office by 21st November 2025. You may send them by post/courier.
   • Prescribed Form 2
   • Notarized copy of your degree certificates (bachelor and above)
   • Notarized copy of your transcripts (bachelor’s and above)

Please note that late submission and/or incomplete application documents shall result in automatic disqualification. Application documents will NOT be returned for any reason.

Once an application has been accepted, it cannot be withdrawn. However, in exceptional circumstances, if the applicant wishes to withdraw the application, a written withdrawal request from the nominating organization must be submitted to the Operating Committee.