HECB Tier 2 Polytechnic Bursary 2026: S$2,700/Year (GHI S$4,001 - S$5,500)

Q: How much is HECB Tier 2 for polytechnic students in 2026?
A: S$2,700 per academic year for Singapore Citizen polytechnic students with GHI S$4,001 - S$5,500 or PCI S$1,001 - S$1,375. This is one of 4 government bursary tiers - see the complete guide below.

TL;DR HECB Tier 2 is the second-lowest income band in MOE's polytechnic bursary framework. AY2026 quantum: S$2,700/year for diploma students. For the full picture - all 4 tiers from S$3,050 down to S$950, ITE quanta, document checklist, and stacking with CDAC/MENDAKI - see the consolidated guide.

For the complete guide covering all 4 polytechnic tiers: Government Bursaries for Polytechnic Students 2026 →

This Tier at a Glance

• Tier: HECB Tier 2
• Income band: GHI S$4,001 - S$5,500 or PCI S$1,001 - S$1,375
• AY2026 quantum (diploma): S$2,700 per academic year
• AY2026 quantum (ITE): S$1,400 per academic year
• Bond: None - bond-free
• Apply via: Your polytechnic's financial aid portal with current income documents

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Marcus Pang·Managing Director (Maths)