On 30 April 2025 the Jabatan Perkhidmatan Awam JPA opened applications for the Program Penajaan Nasional PPN 2025.
This program offers full sponsorship through a convertible loan Pinjaman Boleh Ubah PBU to top SPM leavers. Only around 20 students are selected each year.
Also See: JPA MARA Scholarship (PKJM) 2026 – Eligibility • Coverage • Tips
What Is PPN
The PPN stands for Program Penajaan Nasional. It is a highly competitive sponsorship scheme for the best SPM leavers in Malaysia. The support covers both preparatory studies and the first degree at world class universities abroad.
Application Timeline
- Applications opened on 30 April 2025 at 10 00 am
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The period is short so students need to prepare all documents in advance.
Who Can Apply
Applicants must meet these conditions
- Must be a Malaysian citizen
- Must be healthy with no chronic or infectious conditions
- Parents must not be blacklisted by JPA or under legal cases
- Must have taken SPM for the first time
- Must be under 19 years old or under 20 years old for transition stream on 31 December of SPM year
- Must not hold another sponsorship at the same level
Academic Requirements
For Engineering Science and Technology
At least 9A Plus in these subjects
- Bahasa Melayu
- English
- Mathematics
- History
- Additional Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Islamic or Moral Education subject
- Plus one more subject
At least A Minus for other subjects
For Other Fields
At least 8A Plus in these subjects
- Bahasa Melayu
- English
- Mathematics
- History
- Science
- Islamic or Moral Education subject
- Plus two electives
At least A Minus for remaining subjects
Institutions and Studies Covered
Selected students will
- Attend a preparatory programme such as A Levels at Kolej Yayasan UEM
- Continue to a degree programme at top global universities in USA UK China or Australia
How the Sponsorship Works
The support is given as a convertible loan. The loan may convert into partial or full scholarship after graduation. Conversion depends on your job path.
Loan Conversion Rules
Repayment depends on where you work after completing your studies
- 0 percent repayment if you serve in the civil service
- 25 percent repayment if you work in a government linked company
- 50 percent repayment if you work in the private sector
- 100 percent repayment if you work overseas or do not meet the required conditions
Assessment Process
You must
- Complete the UKPP test on the JPA ePermohonan portal during the application period
- If shortlisted attend the Student Assessment Centre SAC for interviews and activities
Important Dates Summary
- Application open 30 April to 11 May 2025
- UKPP test within the same period
- SAC shortlisting expected in June
- Final results likely in July 2025
Why You Should Apply
This program gives you
- Full sponsorship for pre university and degree studies abroad
- Financial support through a convertible loan
- Access to world top universities
- Loan forgiveness if you serve the nation
- A prestigious award that strengthens your profile
What to Keep in Mind
- The support is a loan not a free grant
- You must be ready for UKPP and SAC
- Career choices affect repayment terms
- Studying abroad requires strong adjustment and independence
Student Voices
Some students on forums explained that PPN like PIDN is a convertible loan and not a free scholarship. Others shared that repayment depends on employment after graduation.
Conclusion
The JPA PPN Scholarship 2025 is a rare chance for top SPM leavers to gain full sponsorship for studies abroad. The window was open from 30 April to 11 May 2025. Selected students will join a local preparatory programme and later pursue degrees at global universities. Loan repayment terms depend on your career path with full forgiveness possible in public service. With good preparation and strong performance this scholarship can change your future.