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Introduction

The scheme was introduced in January 2022. It is to reward deserving Malay/Muslim students who are enrolled in any of the local Polytechnics.

Objective

The objective of the scholarship is to encourage students to continue to do well in their studies at the local polytechnics.

Application Period

Level of Study	Application Period	Academic Year
Polytechnic	3 Mar – 31 Mar 2025	Apr 25 - Feb 26

Eligibility

Malay/Muslim Singapore Citizen or Singapore Permanent Resident.
Pursuing a full-time Polytechnic course offered by any of the 5 local Polytechnics:
1. Nanyang Polytechnic,
2. Ngee Ann Polytechnic,
3. Republic Polytechnic,
4. Singapore Polytechnic and
5. Temasek Polytechnic.
Has achieved outstanding results in his/her academic studies for Singapore Cambridge GCE ‘O’ level examinations, with five (5) distinctions or equivalent.
Scored a GPA of 3.5 in his/her latest polytechnic examination.
Not in receipt of any other scholarships.

Conditions

Each applicant needs to submit ONE application only.
1. We will consider your application for other eligible schemes accordingly.
2. Duplicate applications will be closed.
Applications will only be considered upon receipt of all fully completed required documents.
1. Incomplete applications will be closed.
Applicant must be accepted by the local institutions mentioned above.
Shortlisting of candidates is based upon competition amongst the eligible applicants.
Being eligible does not guarantee an award.
Interviews may be held for shortlisted candidates and being eligible for the interview does not guarantee an award.
Each scholarship is applicable for ONE Academic Year.
The scholarship shall be used for the recipient’s educational expenses such as tuition fees, course materials, living expenses and fees for other educational activities organised by the institution the recipient is enrolled in.
Recipient must re-apply to be considered for the scholarship in the following academic year, subject to meeting all the criteria.

Value of Award

Level of Study	Quantum	Number of Recipients
Polytechnic	$2,500	2

Mandatory documents required to submit application*

Front and Back Copy of NRIC of applicant and all family members residing in the same household.
Academic results of applicant– The most recent result transcript clearly stating:
1. Full Name,
2. Name of Course & Level and
3. Subject Score or CGPA.
Proof of student confirmation into Institution clearly stating:
1. Full Name,
2. Name of Course and
3. Start Date.
Family Members’ Particulars Form (Please download the form here: Family Members’ Particulars Form 2025.
All employed working adults in the household to submit latest Payslip or official Letter from Employer stating latest Pay.
Self-employed household members to submit latest Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) Statement of Account.
Unemployed adults in the household to submit latest CPF Contribution Statement.
All relevant Certificate of Marriage, Death Certificate, Divorce Certificate, etc
In 150 words, share your achievements & your goals in the next 5 & 10 yrs in MS Word Format.
Other supporting Documents (if any)

Application Procedure

First time applicants must create an account to be able to proceed with the application.
Applications should be submitted via MyMENDAKI portal by clicking the Tab on the right.
We will be in touch with you within 6 to 8 weeks upon closure of the application window.
Only shorlisted applicants will be notified.
Yayasan MENDAKI’s decision on the outcome of all applications shall be final and not subject to further review or appeal.