Are you eligible for cheaper RON95? Here’s how to check
This new initiative, designed to ease the cost of living, offers RON95 petrol at a reduced price for eligible individuals.
SHAH ALAM – Malaysians can now check their eligibility for the Budi Madani RON95 (Budi95) petrol subsidy.
This new initiative, designed to ease the cost of living, offers RON95 petrol at a reduced price for eligible individuals.
Here's a step-by-step guide on how to check your eligibility and access the subsidy.
1. How to Check Your Eligibility
You can check your status online or at a petrol station.
- Online: Visit the official website, www.budimadani.gov.my. Click the 'Budi Madani RON95' button, select the 'Individual' option and enter your MyKad number without dashes. The site will confirm your eligibility and let you know when your subsidy starts. If you're not eligible, it will explain why and what you need to do to fix it.
- Via App: You can also check and pay through popular apps like Setel, Touch 'n Go, Shell App or CaltexGo. For first-time users, there is a quick verification process. Once verified, you can track your monthly quota usage.
- At the Pump: Simply scan your MyKad at the terminal or present it to the cashier inside the station to confirm your eligibility and receive the subsidised price.
2. Who is Eligible?
The Budi95 subsidy is a targeted programme for Malaysians. To qualify, you must be a MyKad holder with a valid driver’s licence. The subsidy is not for foreign nationals, foreign-registered vehicles, or large companies.
- Price and Quota: Those who qualify will get RON95 at RM1.99 per litre, compared to the current market price of RM2.60. Each eligible individual has a monthly quota of 300 litres. Once this is used up, the normal market rate applies until the quota refreshes the following month.
3. Phased Rollout Schedule
The government is rolling this out in stages to ensure a smooth transition:
- Sept 27: Malaysian Armed Forces & Police personnel
- Sept 28: Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) recipients
- Sept 30: All other eligible Malaysians
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