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Special Achievement Award for Excellence (Non-Academic) – 2025

Introduction

The award is to honour students who have done exceptionally well in the non-academic field. It aims to recognise the students who
have attained commendable achievements in the non-academic field. It also aims to inspire Malay/Muslim youths to achieve
excellence in diversified areas and be role models in the community.

Application Period

30 June to 31 July 2025

Eligibility Criteria

Muslim Singapore Citizen (regardless of race), aged 14 to 25
Attained an award at the National, Regional or International platforms in a non-academic field
Attained the award in the period between Jan of previous year (2024) and June of current year (2025)
Attained the award in an individual category
Full-time students and have passed a recent academic examination

Past recipients may reapply should they display progress from their previous achievement.

Progress in platform	Progress in placement
E.g. A recipient who attained a National award in 2024 may reapply if he/she attained a Regional award in 2025	E.g. A recipient who attained a 2nd place in 2014 may reapply if he/she attained a 1st place in 2025

Value of Awards

Category	Value of Award
Student with an International award (1st, 2nd, and 3^rd placements)	$1,000 and a Certificate of Achievement
Student with a Regional award (1st, 2nd and 3rd)	$600 and a Certificate of Achievement
Student with a National award (1st only)	$300 and a Certificate of Achievement

Mandatory documents required to submit application

Front and Back Copy of NRIC
Recent academic results
Letter of Acceptance from current institution
Family Members' Particulars Form - Please click HERE to download the form
A copy of the Certificates of Achievements of the award stated in the application
In 150 words, share your achievements & your goals in the next 5 & 10 yrs in MS Word Format
Letter of Nomination / Recommendation (with a letterhead) duly signed by the nominating person/organisation/body/agency (a brief write-up that highlights the achievements of the nominee)
Testimonial (with a letterhead) or verification of volunteering experience by the organization.

Application Procedure

Application is by nomination
First time applicants must create an account to be able to proceed with the application
All nominations must include testimonials of past achievements and supporting documents
Third party recommendations to vouch for the applicant’s character and integrity must be provided
Yayasan MENDAKI reserves the right to reject incomplete and duplicate applications. Applications that do not meet the eligibility criteria will be rejected
Decisions by the Selection Committee are final and not subject to further review or appeal
We will be in touch with you within 6 to 8 weeks upon closure of the application window
*Applications must be submitted via MyMENDAKI portal by clicking the Tab on the top right.