Politeknik Ungku Omar Welcomes 2,182 New Students, Underscoring Confidence in TVET Quality

Politeknik Ungku Omar (PUO) has registered 2,182 new students for its 2026/2027 academic session, signaling strong public trust in the institution's Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programs. PUO Director Dr. Salmi Che Meh expressed pride in welcoming the new cohort, emphasizing the polytechnic's role in producing skilled graduates ready for the industry.

"We are proud to welcome 2,182 new students who will become part of the larger PUO family," Dr. Salmi stated. "Use the opportunities available to gain knowledge, build character, and develop your potential to become quality, competitive graduates prepared to face the challenges of the working world."

The registration, held on June 20 and 21, saw students enrolling in 18 diverse programs. These offerings span strategic fields such as Accounting, Islamic Finance, Business Management, Information Technology, Shipping Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Geomatics, Construction, Mechanical Engineering (Automotive, Mechatronics, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration), and Mechanical Engineering.

This year's student intake also included notable groups, such as three sets of twins and seven students with disabilities (OKU). The presence of these diverse students, including the twin pairs Nur Fatin Shazana and Muhammad Aqil Taqiuddin Mohd Fadzil, R. Varshaan and R. Varmhan, and B. Sharacaniswarran and B. Shanmugiswaran, highlights the varied backgrounds of students choosing PUO for their TVET education, adding to the vibrancy of the new student orientation.

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Use the opportunities available to gain knowledge, build character, and develop your potential to become quality, competitive graduates prepared to face the challenges of the working world.