Financial Assistance
Singapore Citizen students from lower-income households may qualify for the MOE Financial Assistance Scheme. Apply to receive fee waivers, free textbooks, school attire, and meal and transport subsidies.
MOE Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS) 2026
The Ministry of Education (MOE) provides financial assistance to needy Singapore Citizen students studying in Government and Government-aided schools. This ensures that all Singaporeans, regardless of background, can benefit fully from education.
For more information, please refer to:
MOE FAS Pamphlet (opens in new tab)
MOE Website – Financial Assistance Scheme (opens in new tab)
If you wish to apply for MOE Financial Assistance Scheme, you can submit your application .
Eligibility Criteria
Financial assistance eligibility criteria by income type
Criterion | Eligibility Ceiling |
|---|---|
Gross Household Income (GHI) | $4,000 and below |
Per Capita Income (PCI) | $1,000 and below |
*Per Capita Income (PCI) = Total Gross Monthly Household Income ÷ Number of Household Members
*Only Singapore Citizen students are eligible.
Benefits under MOE FAS
Students under the MOE FAS will receive the following support:
Full waiver of school and miscellaneous fees
Free textbooks and school attire
Meal and transport subsidies (depending on level)
For the full breakdown of benefits, refer to the MOE Financial Assistance Scheme pamphlet MOE FAS Pamphlet (opens in new tab)
