Bantuan Khas Kewangan (BKK) 2027: RM1,500 for Penjawat Awam and RM750 for Pesara Kerajaan

The Malaysian Government has announced Bantuan Khas Kewangan (BKK) 2027 for eligible penjawat awam and pesara kerajaan under Belanjawan 2027. Eligible penjawat awam will receive RM1,500, while eligible government retirees will receive RM750.

The assistance will be paid in two rounds in 2027, with the first payment scheduled before Hari Raya Aidilfitri and the second ahead of the 70th anniversary of Merdeka. Read on to check who is eligible, how much assistance each group will receive and when the payments are expected.

What Is Bantuan Khas Kewangan (BKK) 2027?

Bantuan Khas Kewangan (BKK) 2027 is a special financial assistance announced by Prime Minister and Finance Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim during the presentation of Belanjawan 2027 on 9 October 2026.

Under the announcement, eligible penjawat awam will receive RM1,500, while eligible pesara kerajaan will receive RM750.

The assistance is expected to benefit 1.3 million penjawat awam and more than one million government retirees, including veterans with and without pensions.

The government will distribute the assistance in two payments in 2027. The first payment is scheduled before Hari Raya Aidilfitri, while the second is scheduled ahead of the 70th anniversary of Malaysia's independence.

Here is a quick summary of the announced assistance.

Details	Information
Assistance for penjawat awam	RM1,500
Assistance for pesara kerajaan	RM750
Eligible penjawat awam	Gred Utama B and below, including contract appointments
First payment	Before Hari Raya Aidilfitri 2027
Second payment	Ahead of the 70th anniversary of Merdeka in 2027

The exact payment dates and the amount to be paid in each round have not been specified in the budget announcement.

Who Is Eligible for BKK 2027?

Bantuan Khas Kewangan 2027 covers eligible penjawat awam and pesara kerajaan. The amount depends on the recipient's category.

Penjawat Awam

Eligible penjawat awam in Gred Utama B and below will receive RM1,500.

The announcement also includes penjawat awam appointed on a contract basis.

Eligible recipients should refer to official government updates for any additional eligibility requirements.

Pesara Kerajaan

Eligible pesara kerajaan will receive RM750.

This category includes government retirees and veterans with or without pensions.

The assistance recognises their contributions to public service and aims to provide additional financial support.

Religious Institution Workers

Apart from BKK for penjawat awam and pesara kerajaan, the government has also announced a separate RM750 special contribution for approximately 70,000 religious institution workers.

The eligible groups named in the announcement include:

Guru KAFA
Guru takmir
Imam
Bilal
Tok siak
Noja
Marbut

This is a separate contribution from BKK for penjawat awam and pesara kerajaan. Recipients should refer to the relevant official announcement for the applicable eligibility requirements and payment details.

How Much Is Bantuan Khas Kewangan 2027?

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The total announced assistance amount depends on the recipient's category.

Recipient Category	Total Assistance Amount
Eligible penjawat awam in Gred Utama B and below	RM1,500
Eligible pesara kerajaan	RM750
Eligible veterans with pensions	RM750
Eligible veterans without pensions	RM750

The RM1,500 and RM750 amounts refer to the announced assistance for each eligible recipient category.

Although the government has confirmed that the assistance will be paid in two rounds, the budget announcement does not specify how the total amount will be divided between the two payments.

Recipients should wait for further official announcements before assuming the amount payable in each round.

When Will BKK 2027 Payments Be Made?

The government has announced two payment periods for Bantuan Khas Kewangan 2027.

Phase 1: Before Hari Raya Aidilfitri 2027

The first payment will be made before Hari Raya Aidilfitri 2027.

This timing allows eligible recipients to receive financial assistance before the festive season. The additional money may help them manage household expenses and prepare for Hari Raya.

However, the exact payment date has not yet been announced.

Phase 2: Ahead of the 70th Anniversary of Merdeka

The second payment will be made ahead of the 70th anniversary of Malaysia's independence in 2027.

This is the second payment period stated in the Belanjawan 2027 announcement.

The government has not yet specified the exact payment date or the amount that recipients will receive in this round.

Important: The two payment periods have been announced, but recipients should refer to official government updates for confirmed dates and payment breakdowns.

Where to Check BKK 2027 Updates

For the latest information about Bantuan Khas Kewangan 2027, refer to these sources.

Pejabat Perdana Menteri (PMO)

Read the official Belanjawan 2027 speech for the original announcement about the assistance amounts and payment periods.

Jabatan Perkhidmatan Awam (JPA)

Visit the official JPA website for updates related to penjawat awam and public service matters.

Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM)

Read RTM's report on Bantuan Khas Kewangan 2027 for a summary of the government's announcement.

Always refer to official government sources for confirmed payment dates and detailed eligibility requirements.

FAQs

How much is Bantuan Khas Kewangan 2027?

Eligible penjawat awam in Gred Utama B and below will receive RM1,500. Eligible pesara kerajaan, including veterans with and without pensions, will receive RM750.

When will BKK 2027 payments be made?

The payments will be made in two rounds: before Hari Raya Aidilfitri 2027 and ahead of the 70th anniversary of Merdeka in 2027. The exact payment dates have not yet been announced.

Are contract-appointed Penjawat Awam eligible for RM1,500?

Yes. The announcement includes eligible penjawat awam in Gred Utama B and below, including those appointed on a contract basis.

Will eligible Pesara Kerajaan receive RM750?

Yes. The announced assistance is RM750 for eligible pesara kerajaan, including veterans with and without pensions.

Will religious institution workers receive RM750?

Yes. A separate RM750 special contribution has been announced for eligible guru KAFA, guru takmir, imam, bilal, tok siak, noja and marbut. This contribution is separate from BKK for penjawat awam and pesara kerajaan.

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