UKPC, Smart Smart Admission Test to Pendang Academy of Sciences

The Smart Admission Test (UKPC) 2025 is a screening test for 5th year students who aspire to pursue a prestigious school, Academy of Sciences. Official information on the UKPC is available for the official portal of the Johor State Education Department:

The test will be conducted on September 8 & 9, 2025 for shortlisted candidates for admission to the Pendang Academy of Sciences (for 2026.

Here are more info on the Smart Admission Test, UKPC.

What is UKPC?

UKPC or Smart Smart Admission Test is a special screening test introduced by the Ministry of Education Malaysia (KPM) to select Year 5 students with high intelligence (smart smart) potential to pursue their studies at prestigious schools, Academy of Sciences (ASP).

Through this test, smart schools such as the Pendang Academy of Sciences can select students who are eligible to participate in very challenging and exclusive science and technology education programs.

The UKPC emphasizes aspects of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics), while ensuring successful students have a strong foundation to master this field in the future.

The process of detection of smart students (PC) will begin as early as 10 years old when they are in the 4th year of primary school (SR) through the IAAT4 test to detect the potential of students as they are being used throughout Malaysia.

Based on the findings of the test, students with good scores will be identified and invited to occupy (UKPC) at the age of 11 (Year 5).

• The main purpose: assessing the level of cognitive, thinking, reasoning and student creativity.
• Target Group: Year 5 students are automatically listed by KPM.
• Selection Methods: Pupils do not need to apply but are selected based on existing data (academic performance, assessment etc.).
• Test format: contains about 100 questions with a period of 85 minutes (according to latest information).
• Test results: It is used as a basis for assessing student admission qualifications to the Pendang Academy of Sciences, a full boarding school that focuses on the development of smart students through the Excellent Education Options Program (PPPC).

Note: ASP (Pendang Academy of Sciences) is the first full -time boarding school under the KPM that focuses on smart students through the Excellent Education Options Program (PPPC), part of the Malaysian Education Development Plan (PPPM) 2013–2025.

Also Read: PKSK – Special School Admission Test / MRSM

Why is UKPC important?

• UKPC helps identify smart and talented students who require special learning methods to stimulate their potential optimally.

• This test allows students to excel in academic and cognitive aspects to be recognized and given the opportunity to participate in smart education programs such as the Pendang Academy of Sciences.

• Through the UKPC, students have access to more focused, flexible teaching and learning and learning, increasing their long -term academic success opportunities.

• UKPC is also important in developing high -caliber human capital that can compete nationally and internationally in science, technology and other critical skills.

• This test helps smart schools manage students ‘entry processes in a more organized and objective way, evaluating students’ intelligence and talents as a whole.

CONDITIONS & QUALITY

1. General feasibility

• Open to 5th year students in government primary school or government aid primary school.
• Pupils are automatically selected by the Ministry of Education Malaysia (MOE) based on assessment data, not through individual applications.

2. Candidate selection

Eligible candidates will be shortlisted by KPM using information such as:

• Academic performance (classroom assessment, school test).
• School -Based Assessment (PBS) – including academic & non -academic.
• Student background through existing data at KPM.

Only shortlisted candidates will be called in the UKPC.

3. Target student characteristics

• Has high cognitive intelligence, critical & creative thinking.
• Demonstrate problem solving skills and logical reasoning.
• Potential to highlight in science, technology, engineering & mathematics (STEM).

4. Eligibility for the Academy of Sciences

• Pass the UKPC with results that meet the minimum eligibility level set by the KPM.
• Ready to study at full boarding schools focusing on the Excellent Education Options Program (PPPC).

UKPC’s important date

The UKPC test date for entry of 2026 is:

• September 8, 2025, Monday (Group School)
• September 9, 2025, Tuesday (Group School B)

PKE Exploration of Smart Smart STEM: September 21 – 25, 2025/ Sunday – Thursday

Date of offer letter issued to successful candidate: 15 December 2025 (Monday)

UKPS Soalan Format

• Pupils need to answer 100 questions in 90 minutes.
• This test is conducted online.
• Only selected students can access the test system on a designated day.

Test link: Click here

Or scan QR code below to go straight to the Cerdas Smart Admission (UKPC) 2025 test link.

Teachers and schools can also scan the code below for briefing materials and Smart Admission Test (UKPC) 2025:

UKPC Implementation Process

• Candidates need to bring mykid identification documents and certificates of school uniforms.
• Candidates are required to attend at least 30 minutes before the test time begins.
• Registration is made by confirming the identity using the official document (Identity Card/MyKid/Test Call).
• Candidates will be accompanied by the test room.

Instructions to candidates

The test coordinator is responsible for reading official instructions including:

• Test time (system will be closed upon expiration);
• the number of questions;
• method of answering (through the system);
• prohibition rules (telephone use, communications, imitation); and
• System login using the Identity Card/MyKid number

The UKPC system will automatically save all candidates’ answers and records.

The selected candidates will receive an offer letter to accompany the PC stem exploration.

UKPC Inventory Tips

Careful preparation for the UKPC 2025 is very important to ensure that candidates can perform the best performance in the Smart Admission Test to the Pendang Academy of Sciences.

Here are some important tips for effective inventory:

1. Understand the test format

Candidates should know and deepen the UKPC questions format which includes Malay, Mathematics, Science, and Cognitive Intelligence Questions. This will help candidates familiarize themselves and plan the strategy of answering.

2. Take advantage of online simulations

Join the UKPC trial training and simulation provided online by the Education Authority or through the official platform of the Pendang Academy. This exercise is important to familiarize yourself with the type of question and test time.

3. Focus on stem aspects and critical thinking skills

UKPC evaluates potential in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), as well as critical and creative thinking skills. Candidates are encouraged to focus more on related topics, including training questions that demand problem solving and reasoning.

4. Consistent in learning

Determine a consistent and balanced study schedule, including adequate rest time to keep the mind fresh and focused.

5. Parent and Teacher Support

The role of parents and teachers is very important in providing encouragement and guidance in the learning process, as well as helping to manage children’s stress and motivation.

6. Refer to official reference material and sample questions

Use the reference material provided by the MOE and the Pendang Academy of Sciences, including examples of previous UKPC questions available online.

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More information

For any questions, latest info and more information on the Smart Admission Test to the Pendang Academy, please contact/visit:

1. Dr. Aini Arifah Binti Abdul Karim

2. Mr. Muhammad Zulkiflee bin Jusoh

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