Official Tarikh Gaji Penjawat Awam Malaysia 2026

Public servant salary (gaji penjawat awam) refers to the monthly salary paid to Malaysia’s government employees, including permanent officers, contract staff, daily wage workers, and programme-based hires such as MySTEP.

All payments are managed by the Jabatan Akauntan Negara Malaysia (JANM) to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely disbursement.

For 2026, the official salary dates have been issued through the Accountant General’s Circular (SPANM) No. 5/2025.

Official Salary Dates 2026 (Malaysia)

Below is the confirmed salary schedule for Malaysian public servants in 2026, based on JANM’s official circular:

Month	Salary Date	Day	Notes / Major Festivals
January	22 January 2026	Thursday	-
February	12 February 2026	Thursday	Chinese New Year (17 & 18 February)
March	16 March 2026	Monday	Hari Raya Aidilfitri (21 & 22 March)
April	20 April 2026	Monday	-
May	21 May 2026	Thursday	Hari Raya Haji (27 & 28 May)
June	25 June 2026	Thursday	-
July	23 July 2026	Thursday	-
August	24 August 2026	Monday	-
September	24 September 2026	Thursday	-
October	22 October 2026	Thursday	-
November	25 November 2026	Wednesday	Deepavali (8 November)
December	21 December 2026	Monday	Christmas (25 December)

When salary dates fall close to major festivals, the government pays earlier to help civil servants prepare for celebrations.

Why Employers Need to Know These Dates

Even for private-sector HR teams, knowing public servant salary dates can make operations smoother. Knowing these dates can benefit employers & HR in many ways:

Helps plan payroll timing and bank transactions.
Makes it easier to coordinate staff leave around long weekends and holiday seasons.
Helps employees plan their finances and commitments more effectively.
Reduces errors in salary disbursement and statutory deductions.

Who is Responsible for Salary Payments?

According to the SPANM circular, here are the responsibilities of each party:

HR Department (PTJ)

Update and verify employee data.
Submit payroll forms via the SEB System.
Ensure changes (promotions, allowances, deductions) are reflected correctly.

Accounting Office

Process salary runs on time.
Handle payroll exceptions and special cases.
Ensure compliance with JANM cut-off dates.

Employees

Maintain an active bank account.
Ensure no loan blocks or account restrictions.
Check payslips via JANM/e-statement systems.

Tips for Employers

To keep payroll smooth and error-free, do these tips below:

Share the 2026 salary dates with staff early.
Adjust shift planning or leave approvals around festival periods.
Use payroll software to automate deductions and contributions.
Confirm bank details before salary processing.
Prepare for early salary disbursement when public holidays fall near the end of the month.

FAQs

What is “gaji penjawat awam”?

It’s the monthly salary issued to Malaysia’s civil servants, including permanent, contract, and MySTEP personnel.

Will the salary date change if it falls on a public holiday?

Yes. Payment is often brought forward if the date is too close to major celebrations.

When is the Aidilfitri bonus paid in 2026?

In February 2026, as announced by the government.

Are daily wage and MySTEP employees included in this schedule?

Yes, but their payment timelines follow their own guidelines.

How can HR avoid salary delays?

Ensure employee details are updated and payroll forms are submitted before the official JANM cut-off dates.

Can employers share the salary dates with staff?

Yes, it is encouraged for financial planning and smooth internal communication.

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