26,457 students to receive RM1,500 PTPTN upfront aid
KUALA LUMPUR: The National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) is offering Loan Advance Payment (WPP) worth RM1,500 each to 26,457 students, involving a total allocation of RM39.7 million.
KUALA LUMPUR - The National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) is set to provide RM1,500 upfront assistance to 26,457 students pursuing bachelor's degrees at public universities and polytechnics. This allocation, totalling RM39.7 million, aims to ease financial burdens for families as students prepare for their studies. The Loan Advance Payment (WPP) has been offered to students who applied for admission through UPUOnline or the university's portal, and whose parents or guardians receive Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and meet eligibility requirements.
Since its inception in 1999, the scheme has benefited over a million students, disbursing RM1.48 billion. Students can check their WPP offer via the myPTPTN app and redeem it at Bank Islam Malaysia Bhd counters nationwide, valid until Nov 3. PTPTN continues its educational outreach, conducting home visits and a handover ceremony in Bukit Gelugor, emphasizing its commitment to ensuring education financing for students from diverse backgrounds and socioeconomic groups.
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