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Tax Academy of Singapore

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs regarding the admission criteria for Tax Academy's Level 2 and Level 3 programmes.

Last updated 29 May 2026

Registration

  1. When can I register for the programme?

    • Registration will open 6 to 8 weeks prior to the programme commencement. Please check out the respective programme page on our website for more information.

  2. How do I register for the programme?

    • Participants may apply online when the programme is open for registration.

  3. Is my enrolment confirmed once I have submitted the online application?

    • No. Enrolment is confirmed (via email from the Academy) only after full payment has been received. The Academy will email an invoice to successful applicants to facilitate payment for the course.

  4. Can I reserve a seat before the programme is open for registration?

    • To be fair to all, we do not reserve seats for the public. You may instead sign up to be on our mailing list so that you will be notified once registration is open to the public. Seats are allocated on a first-come-first-served basis.

  5. When will I know if my enrolment is confirmed?

    • Successful applicants who have paid in full will receive their enrolment confirmation via email at least one week prior to the programme commencement date.

  6. Are there any subsidies available for Tax Academy programmes?

    • Participants can make use of their SkillsFuture Credit or apply for the SkillsFuture Study Award (for selected courses) to defray the cost of attending our structured tax programmes. Please click on the following link to find out more about SkillsFuture credit.

Attendance

  1. Are there exams for all courses?

  2. Are exams open or closed-book? Can I bring along the Tax Acts?

    • This varies amongst the courses. Please refer to the exam details of the respective courses.

  3. Are exams held on weekdays or weekends?

    • For Level I and II courses, exams are normally held on weekdays, during office hours.

    • For Level III courses, exams are usually held on Saturday mornings.

  4. What if I am unable to take the scheduled exam due to work or medical reasons?

    • You may defer your exam, subject to approval on a case-by-case basis. Participants should inform the Programme Executive via email and attach the supporting documents (e.g. copy of medical certificate, air ticket, etc.). There will be an administrative fee of $53.50 (inclusive of GST).

  5. Will I be able to choose the date of the deferred exam once the Academy has approved my request?

    • No, participants will sit for the exam with the next intake or on a date as determined by the Academy.

  6. What happens if I fail my exam?

    • Participants who fail the exam can apply to re-sit for the exam by completing the exam registration form. There will be an administrative fee of $53.50 (inclusive of GST).

  7. What happens if I fail more than once?

    • A maximum of 3 attempts is allowed per exam. Thereafter you would have to sign up and attend the course again (with full payment of course fees) in order to sit for the exam.

  8. Can I sit for the exams, without attending the classes?

    • No, participants will need to achieve at least 60% attendance to be eligible for the written examination.

  9. What do I receive after the exams?

    • For Level I and II courses, participants will receive a certificate of achievement with a grading.

    • For Level III courses, participants will receive a result slip. Participants on the full programme will receive a certificate of accomplishment.

Billing

  1. What are the modes of payment for the fees?

    • Internet banking/Bank transfers/GIRO

    • PayNow

    • Telegraphic transfer (for overseas participants). Participant to bear all bank charges

  2. When do I have to pay?

    • Payment is to be made within 7 days from date of invoice or before the commencement of the course, whichever is earlier. Please note that the seat will be released if payment is not received by the payment date.

  3. Are there other fees applicable?

    • The following items are subject to an administrative fee of $53.50 (GST inclusive) if applicable:

    • Purchase of duplicate set of course materials

    • 2nd or 3rd attempt for exam

    • Duplicate hardcopy of Certificate of Achievement (with grading)

    • Deferment of course/module

  4. Are we allowed to withdraw from the course/seminar?

    • For Level I and II courses, withdrawal is not allowed once payment has been made. Instead, participants may either:

      1. Defer enrolment to the next intake, subject to approval; or

      2. Nominate a replacement, prior to course commencement.

    • For Level III courses, participants who withdraw will bear a cancellation fee of:

      1. $53.50, if cancellation notice is given more than 14 days before course starts; or

      2. 20% of course fees, for cancellation notice given within 14 days of course commencement.

Admission to Tax Academy's Level 2 Programmes

  1. Can I get exempted from attending Income Tax Programme Level 1 if I had completed in-house training conducted by my company?

  • Yes. Participants who have completed the Income Tax Programme Level 1 equivalent in-house training may be admitted into the Income Tax Programme Level 2. In addition, participants should have 1-2 years of relevant working experience in taxation.

  1. Can I get exempted from attending Income Tax Programme Level 1 despite failing the examination previously?

  • Yes. Participants who have completed the Income Tax Programme Level 1 may be admitted into the Income Tax Programme Level 2 without the need to pass the exam.

  1. Can I get exempted from attending GST Programme Level 1 if I had completed in-house training conducted by my company?

  • No. Participants are required to complete GST Programme Level 1 prior to taking the GST Programme Level 2. You may wish to note that there is no requirement to take/pass the GST Programme Level 1 exam. Participants should have 1-2 years of relevant working experience in taxation.

  1. Can I get exempted from attending International Tax Programme Level 1 if I had completed in-house training conducted by my company?

  • Yes. Participants who have completed the International Tax Programme Level 1 equivalent in-house training may be admitted into the International Tax Programme Level 2. In addition, participants should have 1-2 years of relevant working experience in taxation.

Admission to Tax Academy's Level 3 Programmes

  1. Can I get exempted from attending Income Tax Programme Level 2 if I had completed in-house training conducted by my company?

  • No. Participants are required to complete and passed the exam for Income Tax Programme Level 2 prior to taking the Level 3 Advanced Tax Programme (ATP). Participants should also possess at least 3 years of relevant working experience in taxation and a degree from a recognized university or relevant professional qualification. All applications will be subject to shortlisting.

  • However, TA will consider for exemptions on a case-to-case basis if participants have met the following criteria:

    • At least 8 years of working experience in tax; or

    • An Accredited Tax Practitioner with SCTP

  1. Can I get exempted from attending GST Programme Level 2 if I had completed in-house training conducted by my company?

  • No. Participants are required to complete and passed the exam for GST Programme Level 2 prior to taking the Level 3 Advanced GST Programme. Participants should also possess at least 3 years of relevant working experience in taxation and a degree from a recognized university or relevant professional qualification. All applications will be subject to shortlisting.

  1. Can I get exempted from attending International Tax Programme Level 1 or 2 if I had completed in-house training conducted by my company?

  • Participants are strongly encouraged to complete International Tax Programme Level 1 or 2 prior to taking the International Tax Programmes Level 3 i.e. Leiden-TA Advanced Tax Treaties Programme, WU-TA Advanced Transfer Pricing Programme, Advanced International Tax Planning Programme. Exemptions may be considered prior to admission to the International Tax Programmes Level 3.


Others

  1. How can I apply for accreditation?

  2. Will I receive a CPE letter upon completion of course or seminar?

    • Yes, you will receive a CPE letter upon completion of a course or seminar.

  3. Where should I give feedback on topics that are not covered in any of the listed topics on Tax Academy’s website?

  4. Is there complimentary parking at the training premises?

    • No complimentary parking is provided.