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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
Last updated 27 Jan 2026
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Marcus Pang·Managing Director (Maths)
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- Bursary Snapshot
- Monthly Support Structure
- Eligibility & Application Tips
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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.
| If you have... | Read this first |
| 1 second | STSPMF helps with daily meal and transport money. |
| 10 seconds | Check primary or secondary level, PCI up to S$1,000, school or SSA referral, S$65 or S$100 monthly support, 12-month approval, 24-month cap, documents, and attendance. |
| 100 seconds | This bursary is practical cash support, so the first step is not a form from the family but a referral through school or a partner agency. |
| Concrete example | A parent can ask the form teacher what income documents are needed before the school submits the application. |
| Best next step | Speak to the school counsellor or form teacher before gathering documents. |
Quick links: Bursaries hub, 2026 bursary application guide
