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Approved Dictionaries

Download the approved dictionary list for the respective examination levels.

Approved List for PSLE and GCE N(A)-, N(T)-, O- and A-Level

Application for Approval of Dictionary for use in National Examinations:

Distributors/vendors who wish to obtain approval for a dictionary (including e-dictionary) for use in national examinations will need to download the application form and submit to SEAB between 1 June to 15 August. Applications received after 15 August will not be considered.

Please note that there is a fee of $642 for printed dictionary and $963 for e-Dictionary (inclusive of 7% GST).

Approval for use in national examinations is valid only for 5 years for a specific edition/version starting from the examination year following the year of application. Vendors need to apply for an extension of the validity period of the approved dictionaries between 1 June to 15 August on the year of expiry date and an administrative fee of $107 (including GST) will be applicable for each printed dictionary or e-dictionary.

Vendors will be informed of the outcome of their applications by 30 November.

All applications are to be submitted personally to:

Singapore Examinations and Assessment Board
Exam Operations & Logistics Department
298 Jalan Bukit Ho Swee
Singapore 169565

Attn: Ms Sally Siew
Email: Sally_SIEW@seab.gov.sg