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Biasiswa Kerajaan Negeri Sabah (BKNS) 2026

Provider: Sabah State Government (Bahagian Biasiswa Negeri Sabah)

Diploma / TVETDegree
Funds
Diploma / Degree / Master's (multiple tiers)
Covers
Full sponsorship (per tier). A state service bond is typical for state scholarships; confirm with BBNS.
Who's eligible
Malaysian citizen with at least one parent a Sabah native residing in Sabah. Tiers: TYT Scholarship (degree, min 9A SPM + CGPA 4.0 pre-U, overseas); Sabah State Excellent (STPM CGPA 4.0, local/overseas); BKNS Perdana (diploma: 5 SPM credits incl BM; degree: CGPA 3.0; master's: CGPA 3.5; medicine/dentistry/pharmacy: CGPA 3.8 local only). Age limits: diploma <=20, degree <=25, master's <=28 — Opened 20 Apr 2026. Official site still says closing date to be announced; aggregator shows 30 Nov 2026. No response by 30 Nov 2026 = considered unsuccessful.
When to apply
Closing date we recorded: 30 November 2026. This date is not confirmed. The cycle usually opens in November. Check the official page.

Deadlines, grade requirements and amounts shift every cycle. Always confirm the live details on each official source before you apply. Checked on 2026-08-23.

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Quick answers

Who is eligible for Biasiswa Kerajaan Negeri Sabah (BKNS) 2026?

Malaysian citizen with at least one parent a Sabah native residing in Sabah. Tiers: TYT Scholarship (degree, min 9A SPM + CGPA 4.0 pre-U, overseas); Sabah State Excellent (STPM CGPA 4.0, local/overseas); BKNS Perdana (diploma: 5 SPM credits incl BM; degree: CGPA 3.0; master's: CGPA 3.5; medicine/dentistry/pharmacy: CGPA 3.8 local only). Age limits: diploma <=20, degree <=25, master's <=28 — Opened 20 Apr 2026. Official site still says closing date to be announced; aggregator shows 30 Nov 2026. No response by 30 Nov 2026 = considered unsuccessful. In short: for students from Sabah. It usually goes to candidates with at least 9 A's in SPM (from the sponsor's published minimum or stated norm; not a guarantee). Confirm on the sponsor's official page.

What does Biasiswa Kerajaan Negeri Sabah (BKNS) 2026 cover?

Full sponsorship (per tier). A state service bond is typical for state scholarships; confirm with BBNS. Confirm on the sponsor's official page.

Does Biasiswa Kerajaan Negeri Sabah (BKNS) 2026 have a bond?

Yes. Under its official terms, the award comes with a service bond or repayment obligation. Read the bond terms before accepting an offer.

When do applications for Biasiswa Kerajaan Negeri Sabah (BKNS) 2026 open?

The cycle usually opens in November. Confirm on the sponsor's official page.

Which fields of study does Biasiswa Kerajaan Negeri Sabah (BKNS) 2026 fund?

By the terms we checked on 23 August 2026, the sponsor limits this award to science and health. Confirm on the sponsor's official page.