TVET Frontier Fellowship Offer Allowance RM3000 Per Month, Placement In Government Research Institutions
July 26, 2026
Get an allowance of RM3000 a month and the opportunity to be placed at a Government Research Institution – it’s fun! The TVET Frontier Fellowship Program is an initiative to place graduates in Government research institutes such as SIRIM, MPOB, FRIM, MIMOS and so on that provide exposure to research, technology development and innovation in the country’s strategic technology field.
Qualified Bachelor’s Degree graduates are invited to participate in this program for 12 months. Interestingly, the TVET Frontier Fellowship Program provides opportunities for participants to be involved in real research projects, guided by experienced researchers as well as improve competence to meet future industry needs.
Refer to detailed information on the application and advantages of the TVET Frontier Fellowship program.
What is the TVET Frontier Fellowship?
TVET Frontier Fellowship is the 12-month graduate placement program below National TVET Council (MTVET).
This program is specifically designed for Bachelor’s degree graduates in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) to place them directly in government research institutes and national strategic agencies.
Over the course of a year, the selected participants will be guided by industry mentors and expert researchers to engage in high-impact research, development, and innovation (R&D&I) projects.
In addition to gaining industry exposure and valuable experience, each participant was also given a monthly allowance of RM3,000 as financial support throughout their training period.
Program Phase:
- Pre-Placement Basic Course: Initial intensive training for 2 weeks at selected institutions.
- 12 Month Placement: Working directly in a research project at a government agency.
Benefits Offered
Among the benefits offered:
- Allowance of RM3,000 per month
- A 12-month placement at a Government research institute
- Involvement in research and technology development projects
- Guidance from researchers and industry experts
- Exposure to the country’s research, innovation and strategic technology ecosystem
Field TVET Frontier
The main focus of this program is in the future technology sector (frontier), namely:
- Artificial Intelligence (Artificial Intelligence)
- Kriptologi (Cryptology)
- Energy Transition (Energy Transition)
- Green Transition (Green Transition)
Eligibility Conditions
This program is open to Bachelor Degree graduates in the field of:
- Technology
- Science
- Engineering
- Other relevant degrees (refer to the table below)
| Name of Research Institution | Field of Research | Appropriate qualifications |
|---|---|---|
| National Water Research Institute of Malaysia (NAHRIM) | Water Quality Research (Green Transition) | Bachelor’s Degree (Chemistry / Microbiology / Environmental Science) |
| National Water Research Institute of Malaysia (NAHRIM) | Hydraulic Physical Model Research (Energy transition) | Bachelor’s Degree (Civil / Electronics / Mechanical Engineering) |
| Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) | Upstream to downstream sectors of oil palm | Bachelor of Science and Technology, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Mechanical Engineering, Oleochemistry |
| Malaysian Nuclear Agency | 1. Energy Transition (Nuclear Reactor Safety) dan 2. AI (Artificial intelligence) |
Bachelor/Diploma in Technology/Manufacturing Engineering/Mechanical Engineering |
| Forestry Research Institute of Malaysia (FRIM) | Production of biochemicals from lignocellulosic materials for the preservation of wood products (energy transition) | Chemical Engineering/ Materials Engineering |
| Forestry Research Institute of Malaysia (FRIM) | Production of bioenergy products from lignocellulosic materials (energy transition) | Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering/ Chemical Engineering/ Materials Engineering |
| Forestry Research Institute of Malaysia (FRIM) | Green Transition (Production of pulp, paper and nanocellulose from lignocellulosic materials) | Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering/ Chemical Engineering/ Materials Engineering |
| Forestry Research Institute of Malaysia (FRIM) | Artificial Intelligence(AI) & Green Transition | Computer Science/ Geoinformation/ Environment/ Built Environment |
| Malaysian Cryptology Technology and Management Center (PTPKM) | Cryptology (Cryptographic Engineering / Network Security / Cryptographic Industrial Programming) | Bachelor’s Degree (Cyber Security / Information Security / Electrical/Electronic Engineering / Computer Science), Diploma Tahap 4 : Cyber Security Technology, Advanced diploma level 5 : cyber security penetration assessment test, Level 5 advanced diploma : cyber security and ethical hacking |
| Center for Teacher Training and Advanced Skills (CIAST) | Industrial Automation and Smart Manufacturing (AI) | Advanced Diploma/ Bachelor |
| Center for Teacher Training and Advanced Skills (CIAST) | Industrial AI and Machine Vision | Advanced Diploma/ Bachelor |
| Center for Teacher Training and Advanced Skills (CIAST) | Building Automation System (Energy Transition) | Advanced Diploma/ Bachelor |
| SIRIM Limited | Low Carbon Technology (Green transition) | Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering |
| MARDI | Precise and Smart Agriculture (AI) | Diploma & Baccalaureate |
| MIMOS Berhad | AI – Computer Vision, Image Processing, or Embedded Systems | Baccalaureate |
| MIMOS Berhad | Quantum/ Cyber Security (Crypto) | Baccalaureate |
| MIMOS Berhad | Advanced Materials/ Advanced Packaging (AI) | Bachelor of Manufacturing Engineering/ E&E |
| MIMOS Berhad | AI/ Robotic | Bachelor of Engineering/Computer Science |
| MIMOS Berhad | AI Automation | Bachelor of Engineering/Computer Science |
| MIMOS Berhad | Healthcare Technology (AI) | Bachelor of Engineering/Computer Science/AI |
| MIMOS Berhad | Prompt Engineering (AI) | Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in Computer Science/Data Science/IT |
| MIMOS Berhad | Robotics / Electronics / AI | Bachelor of Engineering & Electrical/ Computer Engineering/ Computer Science |
List of Eligible Research Centers
Applicants can choose research fields and research centers according to qualifications as below:
- National Water Research Institute of Malaysia (NAHRIM)
- Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB)
- Malaysian Nuclear Agency
- Forestry Research Institute of Malaysia (FRIM)
- Malaysian Cryptology Technology and Management Center (PTPKM)
- Center for Teacher Training and Advanced Skills (CIAST)
- SIRIM BERHAD
- MARDI
- MIMOS Berhad
How to Apply for TVET Frontier Fellowship
Applications can be made by scanning the QR code on the poster or through the following link:
Complete the google docs and click ‘Submit’.
- Quota: 100 selected people only!
- Application closing date: 31 July 2026 (Friday)
More Information & FAQs TVET Frontier Fellowship
More information and the latest information about the TVET Frontier Fellowship can be consulted through:
TVET Frontier Fellowship It is a long-term graduate placement program 12 months at Government research institutes to expose participants to research, technology development, and strategic national innovation.
Selected participants will receive a monthly allowance of RM 3,000 per month throughout the 12 months the program runs.
This pilot program is open competitively to 100 selected graduates only.
What is the main technology focus in this program?
The focus of the program is fully focused on the country’s 4 future technology clusters:Intelligence – Artificial (Artificial Intelligence)
– Kriptologi (Cryptology)
– Energy Transition (Energy Transition)
– Green Transition (Green Transition)
Applications are made entirely online through the TVET Frontier Fellowship Official Google Form:
The deadline for submission of forms and documents is on 31 July 2026 (Friday).
Yes, placement slot selection is matched directly through the form based on the suitability of your academic background with the agency’s field of study (such as MIMOS, SIRIM, FRIM, NAHRIM, MPOB, etc.).
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