Education Trust Fund - Barakath Bursary, Polytechnic

The scheme was introduced in August 2021. It is to support deserving Muslim students, prioritising those from financially disadvantaged families, enrolled in local Polytechnics. It is to encourage these students to continue to excel in their studies.

Application Period

25 Feb 2026 – 30 Apr 2026 (Academic Year : Apr 26 - Feb 27)

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the Bursary, applicants must meet the following requirements:

1. Muslim Singapore Citizen or Singapore Permanent Resident (PR)
2. Has achieved good academic results in his/her academic studies
3. Pursuing full-time Diploma programme offered by any 5 local Polytechnics:
   
   1. Nanyang Polytechnic
   2. Ngee Ann Polytechnic
   3. Republic Polytechnic
   4. Singapore Polytechnic
   5. Temasek Polytechnic
4. Has a gross household per capita income (PCI) of S$1000 and below
5. Not in receipt of any other bursaries.

Value of Award

Total number of Awards Available : 5
Quantum : $1,500

Terms and Conditions

1. Priority will be given to applicants from low-income families.
2. Only complete applications with all mandatory documents provided will be processed. Applications that do not fulfill the eligibility requirements will be rejected.
3. Applicants will be shortlisted based on a competitive evaluation among eligible applicants. Do note that fulfilling the eligibility requirements does not automatically result in an award.
4. The Bursary is intended to support the recipient’s educational expenses such as tuition fees, course materials, living expenses and fees for institution-organised educational activities.

Mandatory Documents Required for Your Application

1. Applicant’s latest academic transcript results clearly indicating:
   
   1. Full Name
   2. Name of Course & Level and
   3. Subject Score or CGPA
2. Proof of student confirmation into Institution clearly indicating:
   
   1. Full Name
   2. Name of Course and
   3. Start Date
3. In no more than 250 words, share your achievements & outline your goals for the next 5 & 10 years.
4. Other supporting documents if any.

Application Procedure

1. All applications must be submitted online.
2. Processing will take up to 4 weeks.
3. Shortlisted applicants will be notified.

NOTE : MENDAKI’s decision on the outcome of all applications shall be final and not subject to further review or appeal.

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