{
  "id": 13002544,
  "title": "Struggling with PTPTN? MoHE says come talk — restructure, defer, and keep repayments on track",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/struggling-with-ptptn-mohe-says-come-talk-restructure-defer-and-keep-13002544",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-10-09T01:42:06.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail-malaymail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/10/09/struggling-with-ptptn-mohe-says-come-talk-restructure-defer-and-keep-repayments-on-track/238322"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — For borrowers struggling to settle their National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) loan arrears, there is an open invitation to approach the Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE) for potential solutions such as loan restructuring or deferment. This was outlined in a written response published on the Parliament website, highlighting the government's awareness of the financial burdens faced by those genuinely struggling to repay their loans. As of August 31, 2026, the ministry reported a total loan repayment arrears of RM10.7 billion, encompassing 1.16 million borrowers. This response came in answer to a query by Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun (PH-Port Dickson) concerning the current PTPTN debt burden and the number of borrowers with outstanding payments. The ministry has outlined several initiatives aimed at ensuring the long-term sustainability of PTPTN's business model. These include refining loan management by tailoring loan terms and conditions to those who require more assistance based on the agency's capacity. Furthermore, efforts will be made to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of loan repayment collection through enforcement measures and strategic partnerships with both government and corporate entities.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — Borrowers facing difficulties settling their National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTP...",
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        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Struggling with PTPTN? MoHE says come talk — restructure, defer, and keep repayments on track",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/struggling-with-ptptn-mohe-says-come-talk-restructure-defer-and-keep",
        "published": "2026-10-09T01:42:06.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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