Federal General Assistance: RM350 Per Month

The Federal General Assistance (Bantuan Am Persekutuan) is a cash aid program under Budget 2024, provided by the Department of Social Welfare (JKM). It aims to support low-income individuals and families to sustain their livelihoods and well-being within the community.

About Federal General Assistance

This aid is specifically for eligible individuals and families residing in the Federal Territories. The program is designed to help sustain daily life and improve well-being for those facing financial hardship.

Assistance Amount

The financial aid provided to eligible recipients is as follows:

Minimum: RM100 per person per month.
Maximum: RM350 per family per month.

Note: Each state has its own State General Assistance Scheme (Skim Bantuan Am Negeri), with different eligibility criteria and assistance limits. Applications should be made at the nearest JKM office.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for this aid, applicants must meet the following requirements:

✅ Malaysian citizen residing in the Federal Territories.
✅ Household income below:

The current Household Poverty Line Income (PGK).
The current Per Capita Poverty Line Income (PGK).
✅ Low-income individuals and families not covered under any other monthly JKM assistance scheme.

How to Apply?

Applications for this assistance are now open. For further details and the application process, visit the official portal:
🔗 https://manfaat.mof.gov.my/b2024/individu/bantuan-am

For in-person applications, visit the nearest JKM office for assistance.