Application Requirements
The grant is awarded to qualified citizens of Malaysia, aged 22 – 35, residing in Malaysia or overseas, in the following fields:
- Education and Community/Social Work
- Environment
- Health, Science and Technology
- Sports
- Arts
Please take note of the following requirements:
- For academics, a Master or equivalent professional degree at the time of application in the field in which you are applying.
- For professionals and those outside academia, recognised professional standing and substantial professional accomplishments in the field in which you are applying.
Selection Process
Upon submission, the Merdeka Award Grant committee will review the applications and shortlist candidates for interviews. You are required to meet all reasonable requests for dates and times for interviews, and are responsible for your own travel arrangements to the interview venue. Successful candidates will be notified via email and/or phone call.
Application for the grant will open from 1 January to 1 May 2025.