The Selangor state government is actively reviewing its financial standing to potentially expand the Higher Education Institution Study Incentive (HPIPT) scheme, aiming to increase recipient quotas for university-bound students. Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari announced during the recent Selangor State Assembly sitting at Bangunan Dewan Negeri Selangor in Shah Alam that the administration is targeting a broader reach following overwhelming demand over the past two years.
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Sustained High Demand: Both in 2025 and 2026, applications for the RM1,000 one-off study incentive consistently outstripped the standard quota of 3,000 recipients, with over 5,000 applications submitted annually.
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Proposed Expansion Target: The state is assessing the feasibility of restoring the allocation back to between 5,000 and 6,000 recipients under the upcoming 2027 Selangor Budget.
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Application Adjustments: State authorities are also reviewing application timelines to provide students with a more flexible and extended window to apply after receiving official university admission confirmations.
This policy update holds significant practical value for Puchong families with children transitioning to tertiary education. Easing financial constraints during the initial stages of university life helps alleviate the heavy cost burden borne by middle- and lower-income households across Selangor.
How has your experience been with applying for state educational assistance, and what improvements would you like to see in the application process?
Source:The Star
2026-08-07T01:36:00Z