Guide to Application Process: 2026 Session 1 Part B Course and Examinations

Sep 21, 2026

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Guide to the application process for the 2026 Session 1 Part B Course and Examinations, including timelines, key dates, and eligibility requirements for admission as a Lawyer (NP) and for admission as an advocate and solicitor. Covers course and examination dates (14 January 2026 to 12 June 2026), reserved dates, online application opening (1 to 26 September 2025), email correspondence requirements, document submission formats, and instructions on mandatory uploads and status checking.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

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Pages10

Reading Time25 min

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Online Application

Online application portal and submission deadline

Correspondence and applicant eligibility

Mandatory documents and file naming requirements

Key Dates at a Glance

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Guide to Application Process: 2026 Session 1 Part B Course and Examinations
29 August 2025 | | --- | | | 2026 SESSION 1 PART B COURSE AND EXAMINATIONS Online Application Period: 1 to 26 September 2025 (5pm) Introduction 1. The preparatory course leading to Part B of the Singapore Bar Examinations (“Part B Course”or “the Course”) is conducted by the Singapore Institute of Legal Education (“SILE”) for qualified persons seeking admission as a Lawyer (NP) . 2. Attending the Part B Course and passing the Part B Examinations are requirements for admission as a Lawyer (NP) pursuant to Sections 11B(1)(c) and (d) of the Legal Profession Act 1966, as well as admission as an advocate and solicitor pursuant to Section 13 of the Legal Profession Act 1966. 3. The 2026 Session 1 Part B Course and Examinations will be conducted from 14 January 2026 to 12 June 2026, both dates inclusive. The duration of the Course is inclusive of its Examinations. Apart from the above dates, you are advised to keep yourself available from 15 to 19 June 2026 (both dates inclusive) as reserved dates, in the event of any contingencies which may require the Examinations to be rescheduled to a different date. Contingencies include events which may prevent the Examinations from being conducted, such as fire or electrical outage. 4. The Part B Course may be held during or outside office hours. Part or all of the Course may be conducted through a Zoom / Webinar platform. Please click here for the list of compulsory modules for the Part B Course. 5. This guide sets out the general application process and requirements, and the key dates and timelines to take note of. [Do note that additional requirements and timelines may apply, as will be advised at the appropriate stage.] The information in this guide is correct as of 29 August 2025. Read this guide carefully once through to understand the overall requirements. Thereafter, follow through the application process with reference to the following table of Key Dates at a Glance . KEY DATES AT A GLANCE | No. | Event | Date | Section | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1. | Online application period and payment of fees | 1 to 26 September 2025 (5pm) | A | | 2. | SkillsFuture Credits (SFC) (for Singapore citizens aged 25 and above) | 16 November 2025 to 14 January 2026 | B | | 3. | Conditional candidature | 19 December 2025 | C | | 4. | Part B Course information | 5 January 2026 | D | | 5. | Part B Course | 14 January 2026 to 13 May 2026 | | | 6. | I. Furnish any other supporting documents
II. Withdraw candidature
III. Applicants to request for special arrangement(s) for examinations | 27 February 2026 | E | | 7. | Application to use Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) (for Singapore citizens) | 23 February to 6 March 2026 | B | | 8. | E-Exams Onboarding | 6 April 2026 to 29 May 2026 | | | 9. | E-acknowledgment of Examinations Notices, Instructions and Rules | 27 April 2026 | | | 10. | Examination schedule and venue | 2 to 4, and 8 to 12 June 2026 | F | Note: The above dates are subject to change. Bar Admission and Examinations Department Singapore Institute of Legal Education The information in this guide is correct as of 29 August 2025. Section A Online application 1. The online application portal will be open from 1 to 26 September 2025 (5pm) . To apply online, register for an account using your preferred email address at: [https://sile.embark.com/apply/part-b](https://sile.embark.com/apply/part-b) You must submit the completed application form before the deadline. After submitting, you will receive an application acknowledgment email 1. 2. SILE will correspond with you primarily by email during the application process. You must provide a valid personal email address. DO NOT use your University-based email if it will expire after your graduation. Inform SILE immediately of any changes to your contact details. 3. For applicants who are neither Singapore citizens no

FAQs

What are the Part B Course and Examinations dates for the 2026 Session 1?

The 2026 Session 1 Part B Course and Examinations run from 14 January 2026 to 12 June 2026, inclusive. Reserved dates are advised from 15 to 19 June 2026 in case rescheduling becomes necessary.

When is the online application period and what is the deadline?

The online application portal is open from 1 to 26 September 2025, with the deadline at 5pm. Applications must be submitted before the deadline to be considered completed.

What correspondence method should applicants expect during the application process?

SILE primarily corresponds with applicants by email during the application process. Applicants must provide a valid personal email address and inform SILE immediately of any contact detail changes.

Sep 21, 2026

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