Apply through Inter-Portfolio 2

Inter-Portfolio 2 has 5 seats. Apply from 6 to 24 January 2027 with a GPAX of at least 3.75, an English test result and a portfolio of social science achievements.

For Thai students

Responsible office BIR office, Faculty of Political Science

Last checked 17 October 2026

Updated 17 October 2026

Quick answers

What GPAX do I need?
At least 3.75 over 5 semesters, while you are studying Mathayom 6. Details
What goes in the portfolio?
An award or role in one of four kinds of social science achievement, written on the BIR template and uploaded as a PDF of no more than 10 MB. Details
When is the deadline?
23:59 on 24 January 2027. Details
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Inter-Portfolio 2 is the second BIR round for Thai applicants. It has 5 seats. You apply from 6 to 24 January 2027. You need a GPAX of at least 3.75, an English test result and a portfolio that shows a social science achievement.

The BIR website is the official source

The BIR office publishes the official information at birpolsci.com (opens in a new tab). Dates and requirements can change, so check that page before you apply.

If you are not Thai, read Apply if you are not Thai.

Dates

Key dates for Inter-Portfolio 2
DateWhat happens
6 to 24 January 2027Application periodApply on admission.polsci.tu.ac.th.
19 February 2027Interview candidates announced
23 February 2027InterviewFaculty of Political Science, Tha Prachan.
11 March 2027Successful candidates announced
3 to 4 May 2027Confirm your place on myTCASTCAS round 2, Quota.
20 May 2027Enrolment list announced

Who can apply

You can apply if you

  • are studying Mathayom 6 and have a cumulative GPAX over 5 semesters of at least 3.75
  • have one English test result from the last 2 years that meets the minimum score
  • have never confirmed your right to a place in the TCAS Clearing House system

The website lists applicants who are currently studying Mathayom 6. It does not mention graduates, so ask the BIR office if you have already finished school.

These are the minimum English scores. You need one test only.

Minimum English scores. Your score must be no more than 2 years old on the day you apply.
TestMinimum scoreRequired forCounts as your English test for
TOEFL500 on the paper test, or 61 on the iBTNone
IELTS6.0 overallNone
TU-GET500 on the paper test, or 74 on the computer testNone
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and WritingAt least 50 percent

Read English tests and school qualifications for more detail.

How you are chosen

You need to show at least one of these achievements.

  • An award in a national or international social science competition
  • A role as a national representative in international social science activities
  • A role as your school's representative in national social science activities
  • A role as a publicly recognised leader of social activities in your community

The BIR committee then interviews you. The committee's decision is final. The BIR office can refuse an unqualified applicant on the interview day.

Portfolio

You write your portfolio on the BIR Inter-Portfolio template.

  1. Download the BIR Inter-Portfolio template (opens in a new tab). It is a Word file with sections for your personal details, address, education, a statement of purpose of no more than one page, your awards in the four categories, an appendix and a checklist.
  2. Fill it in using Microsoft Word.
  3. For each award in the appendix, give its name, a description of no more than 70 words, and evidence such as a photo or a web address.
  4. Export the file as a PDF of no more than 10 MB.
  5. Upload the PDF in the online application form before 23:59 on 24 January 2027.

The template ends with a statement that your information is true. You can sign and date it with an electronic signature.

How to apply

  1. Register on myTCAS (opens in a new tab).
  2. Prepare your portfolio on the BIR template.
  3. Apply for Inter-Portfolio 2 on the BIR admission website. Follow Use the application website.
  4. Pay the application fee of 1,000 baht.
  5. Go to the interview at the Faculty of Political Science, Thammasat University (Tha Prachan), on 23 February 2027.
  6. Confirm your place on myTCAS on 3 and 4 May 2027, in TCAS Round 2 (Quota).

Documents

Upload these documents with your application.

  • The BIR Inter-Portfolio template as a PDF
  • A certified copy of your National ID Card
  • A certified copy of your high school transcript
  • A certified copy of your Certificate of Student Status (ปพ.7)
  • A certified copy of your English proficiency test score
  • An ID photo as a PDF, JPEG or PNG file of no more than 20 MB

Bring the originals of your ID card, student certificate and transcript to the interview. Read Documents you need for the checklist and how to certify copies.

Ask the BIR office

Email bir@tu.ac.th or call 02-221-6111 ext. 3409.

Related guides

  • English tests and school qualificationsInter-Portfolio 2 and TCAS 3 accept one English test at the minimum score. Inter-Portfolio 1 and the non-Thai rounds need an SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing result instead.
  • Documents you needEach round asks for certified copies of your ID, transcript, student certificate and test score, plus an ID photo. Sign and date every page you certify.
  • Use the application websiteThai applicants apply for Inter-Portfolio 1, Inter-Portfolio 2 and the BIR written exam at admission.polsci.tu.ac.th. Create an account, fill in the form, upload documents and pay.
  • Compare the admission roundsBIR has five admission rounds for 2027 entry. Thai applicants choose Inter-Portfolio 1, Inter-Portfolio 2 or TCAS 3, and applicants who are not Thai use one of two non-Thai rounds.

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