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Jakarta Government Disburses Rp142 Billion in Scholarships for 15,825 Students
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Jakarta Government Disburses Rp142 Billion in Scholarships for 15,825 Students

From CNN Indonesia · (8m ago) Indonesian Positive tone

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The Jakarta provincial government has disbursed Rp142 billion in scholarships through the Jakarta Superior Student Card (KJMU) program.
  • A total of 15,825 students will benefit from this first phase of funding for 2026.
  • The disbursement reflects the government's commitment to expanding higher education access, with adjustments made to the recipient quota based on updated eligibility criteria.

The Jakarta provincial government has taken a significant step in its commitment to higher education accessibility by disbursing Rp142 billion for the Jakarta Superior Student Card (KJMU) program. This funding will support 15,825 students in the first phase of 2026, demonstrating a robust effort to ensure that deserving students can pursue their academic aspirations without financial barriers.

The DKI Jakarta provincial government has also disbursed the first phase of KJMU for 2026 to 15,825 students.

— Pramono AnungGovernor of DKI Jakarta, announcing the disbursement of scholarship funds.

Governor Pramono Anung highlighted that the substantial budget allocation underscores the administration's dedication to widening access to tertiary education. The adjustments in the number of recipients for this disbursement are a result of a rigorous data update process, ensuring that the funds reach students who remain eligible based on academic performance, enrollment status, or other criteria such as graduation, academic leave, or passing away. This meticulous approach ensures the program's integrity and effectiveness.

With a value of 142 billion 425 million Rupiah as part of the commitment to expand access to higher education.

— Pramono AnungStating the financial commitment behind the KJMU disbursement.

Looking ahead, the provincial government aims to further expand the KJMU program, targeting an increase to 20,000 recipients by 2026. This ambitious goal signifies a long-term vision to significantly impact Jakarta's student population, fostering a more educated citizenry and strengthening the city's human capital. The KJMU program remains a cornerstone of Jakarta's educational policy, reflecting its understanding that investing in students is investing in the future of the capital.

Adjusting the number of recipients this time is the result of a strict data update on the eligibility status and academic achievements of students.

— Pramono AnungExplaining the process behind adjusting the number of scholarship recipients.
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Originally published by CNN Indonesia in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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