The Ministry of Higher Education, Labour, and Skills Development has announced that the students selected for the student loan programme will be revealed on June 11. The application process, which began on February 29, concluded on May 2.
Initially, the ministry offered 500 opportunities for student loans, covering studies from diploma to PhD levels. Of these, 370 slots were reserved for students pursuing new fields of study, while the remaining 130 slots were allocated for other categories. However, in a move to broaden access, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu extended student loan eligibility to all qualified students, significantly increasing the number of recipients beyond the original 500 slots.
A total of 1,709 students applied for loans intended for higher education, vocational training, and international study opportunities. The list of eligible students will be published on the ministry's portal, and applicants will be notified of any changes in their application status via message.
Additionally, the ministry has made arrangements for non-selected applicants to review the reasons for their non-selection on the ministry's website. Any inquiries or complaints regarding the list can be submitted within a one-week window through the provided email address.
Under the student loan scheme, students have the opportunity to study abroad in any country of their choice, provided their field of study aligns with the National Needs List. This list includes critical sectors such as infrastructure, aviation, and agriculture, as outlined in President Dr. Muizzu's manifesto.