RES Mock Questions


Property - 6 RES Related
 
  



Examination Paper Format (Structure) and Duration

Here is a quick summary of the paper format for both Paper 1 and Paper 2.

FeatureDetails
Exam Duration2.5 hours 
Section A60 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) - 1 mark each 
Section B20 MCQs based on 1-2 Case Studies - 2 marks each 

The total score for each paper is 100 marks. A candidate must pass both papers to pass the overall examination.

Based on the official information from the Council for Estate Agencies (CEA), the passing mark for each RES examination paper is 60

📝 Paper 1 & Paper 2 Content

The two papers assess different competency units :

  • Paper 1 focuses on the fundamentals of the real estate industry and the law.

    • Competency Unit 1: Real Estate Agency Industry Overview & Basic Land Law Concepts .

    • Competency Unit 2: Dealings with Interests in Land (covering contracts, agency, landlord and tenant law, etc.) .

  • Paper 2 focuses on the regulations, marketing, and practical application of knowledge in property transactions.

    • Competency Unit 3: Regulation of Real Estate Agency Industry & Real Estate Marketing .

    • Competency Unit 4: Property Transactions (covering sales, leasing, taxes, and finance) .

⚠️ Important: Syllabus Changes in 2027

The CEA has revised the syllabus for the RES examination. This is a key detail to be aware of depending on when you plan to take the exam .

  • Current Syllabus (2025-2026): The examination format and content described above are based on the current syllabus, which will be used for exams held in 2025 and 2026 .

  • New Syllabus (from 1 January 2027): A revised syllabus will take effect from January 2027. While the exam format remains unchanged, new topics have been added (e.g., Professional Practice and Ethics, Prevention of Money Laundering, Green Buildings) and some units have been updated . If you are taking the exam in or after January 2027, you must study the new syllabus



Examination Fee and Course Fee

The examination fee for the RES is paid during Stage 2 of registration (with the appointed exam administrator, NTUC LearningHub). Here is the breakdown for 2026:

  • Full Sitting (Both Papers): S$512.30 (inclusive of GST).

  • Modular Re-Sitting (One Paper): S$283.40 (inclusive of GST).

  • Result Appeal (per paper): S$87.20 (non-refundable).

💡 Key Distinction: Exam Fee vs. Course Fee

It is important to note that this is separate from your RES course fee, which is paid to your chosen training provider. The cost of the RES course itself varies by provider, typically ranging from about S$650 to S$850.

These fees are set by the CEA and are subject to change, so it's always a good practice to double-check the latest fees on the official registration portal before you pay












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