Education Trust Fund – Gafoor PropNex Bursary
Introduction
The scheme was introduced in December 2021. It is to support deserving Malay/Muslim students, prioritising those from financially disadvantaged families, enrolled in local institutes of technical education (ITE) and polytechnics to excel in their studies. It is to encourage these students to continue to excel in their studies.
Objective
To support financially disadvantaged Malay/Muslim students at the local ITEs and Polytechnics.
Application Period
For January intake ITE students: 13 January to 3 February 2023
For April intake ITE students: 6 February to 6 March 2023 and 21 March to 10 April 2023
Eligibility Criteria
- Muslim Singapore Citizen holding a valid National Registration Identity Card (NRIC) or permanent resident (PR) of Singapore;
- Pursuing a full-time ITE programme offered by any local ITE;
- Have a gross household per capita income (PCI) of S$750.00 and below
- Good academic results in his/her course of study
- Not in receipt of any other bursaries
Conditions
- Priority will be given to those with developmental delays or special needs.
- Applicants will only be considered upon receipt of fully completed forms and relevant supporting documents.
- Eligibility to apply for the bursary does not guarantee any award of the bursary.
- Interviews will be held for shortlisted candidates
- Each bursary is applicable for one (1) Academic Year.
- The bursary shall be used for the Recipients’ educational expenses such as school fees, course materials, living expenses and fees for other educational activities organised by the institution the recipient is enrolled in.
- Recipient(s) may be eligible to re-apply for the bursary in the subsequent year if he/she meets the eligibility criteria.
Value of Award
$1000
Mandatory documents required to submit application*
1) Front and Back Copy of NRIC
2) Recent Academic Results
3) Letter of acceptance from Institution (if any)
4) Family Members' Particulars Form (Pls download the form here)
5) Income Declaration Form * For self-employed and unemployed family members. (Pls download the form here)
6) Parents or Guardian Latest Payslip / Letter from Employer Confirming Latest CPF statement
7) Short write up on your personal goals. Pls upload in MS Word format (Min. 150 words)
8) Other supporting Documents (if any) 
