The Malaysian Government has officially announced: Private education institutions will enjoy a full exemption from the HRD Training Levy (HRD Levy) for the 2026 assessment year, valid for one year.
- Benefiting more than 3,500 education institutions nationwide
- Estimated to ease operational costs by over RM35 million
- Enables institutions to redirect resources toward enhancing education quality and talent development
This initiative reflects the Government’s ongoing commitment to strengthening the education ecosystem and advancing Malaysia’s long-term human capital development.
Further details: https://hrdcorp.gov.my/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/HRD-Corp-Media-Release_Implementation-of-Levy-Exemption-for-Private-Education-Institutions-.pdf
**Last Updated on 06.02.2026
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