ST School Pocket Money Fund: 2026 Bursary Guide
TL;DR
The ST School Pocket Money Fund gives S$65/month (primary) or S$100/month (secondary) to students from low-income families (PCI ≤ S$1,000).
Sponsor: Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund (SPH Media Trust)Bond: Bond-FreeOverseas: Primarily Singapore
21 Mar 2026, 00:00 Z· Last updated 27 Jan 2026
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Q: What does ST School Pocket Money Fund: 2026 Bursary Guide cover?
A: Monthly cash support from the Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund for primary and secondary students, including stipend amounts, eligibility checks, and how schools administer the aid.
TL;DR The ST School Pocket Money Fund gives S$65/month (primary) or S$100/month (secondary) to students from low-income families PCI ≤ S$1,000 . Awards run up to 12 months, extendable to 24 months. Apply through your school counsellor or a partner social service agency.
Quick links: Bursaries hub, 2026 bursary application guide
Bursary Snapshot
- Status: Apply via schools/partner SSAs; awards run up to 12 months and can extend to a maximum of 24 months (checked 2026-01-27).
- Administered by: ST School Pocket Money Fund, managed by SPH Media Trust
- Who It Supports: Primary and secondary students from low-income families referred by schools or community partners
- Income Assessment: Per capita gross monthly household income ≤ S$1,000 (reviewed from time to time)
- Monthly Quantum: S$65 for primary-level students; S$100 for secondary-level students
- Disbursement (officially stated): The money is given to children and youth through schools and social service agencies (up to 12 months per application; max 24 months total)
Monthly Support Structure
- Supports daily meal and transport needs so students can attend school consistently
- The official page states the money is given through schools (including MOE schools and other school types) and social service agencies-ask your school/SSA about the disbursement method for your case
Eligibility & Application Tips
- Referral first: Approach your child's school counsellor, form teacher, or a partner social service agency (SSA). They manage the application and submit it to STSPMF.
- Documents to prepare: NRIC/Birth Certificate, proof of residence, payslips or income declarations for each working family member, and bank account details for disbursement.
- Renewal cadence:
