The Selangor State Government has officially opened applications for the Bantuan Kehidupan Sejahtera Selangor (BINGKAS) 3.0 programme for households with children, starting on 10 November 2026 at 10am.
BINGKAS 3.0 is a financial assistance programme introduced by the Selangor State Government to support lower-income households with their daily expenses. Under the programme, successful applicants will receive RM300 every month for 12 months.
Applications can be submitted online through the SELANGKAH application. Here is a guide to the eligibility requirements, application process and documents needed.
Who is eligible to apply?
Applicants must fulfil the following requirements:
- Must be a Malaysian citizen.
- Must be a registered voter in Selangor.
- Must have a total monthly household income of RM5,000 or below.
- Must not have previously received Bantuan Kasih Ibu Smart Selangor (KISS).
- Must have at least two children aged 18 and below.
Applicants are advised to ensure that they meet all the requirements before submitting their applications.
How to apply for BINGKAS 3.0?
Eligible applicants can submit their applications online through the SELANGKAH application.
Follow these steps:
- Log in to your SELANGKAH account.
- Complete the BINGKAS 3.0 application form.
- Upload the required supporting documents.
- Review the information provided and submit your application.
Applications for this category officially opened on 10 November 2026 at 10am.
What documents are required?
Applicants should prepare the following supporting documents before applying:
- Copy of the applicant’s and/or spouse’s MyKad.
- Latest salary slip or pension statement for government employees and pensioners.
- Copies of children’s MyKad, MyKid or birth certificates.
- Adoption certificates, OKU cards or child custody documents, where applicable.
- Latest EA statement or EPF statement for private-sector employees.
- Death certificate, divorce certificate or police report for single parents, where applicable.
- Income verification letter from a community leader, such as an ADUN, penghulu, councillor or village head, for self-employed or unemployed applicants.
- Proof of registered voter status in Selangor.
Self-employed applicants without regular salary slips may also provide their latest three months of bank statements or an income verification letter certified by an authorised party.
What can you purchase using BINGKAS 3.0?
The RM300 monthly credit can only be used to purchase approved essential items at registered BINGKAS panel stores. The 17 approved categories include:
- Rice
- Noodles and vermicelli
- Bread
- Biscuits
- Eggs
- Sugar and salt
- Spices, sauces and soy sauce
- Flour
- Cooking oil
- Medicines
- Vegetables and fruits
- Chicken, beef, mutton and fish
- Soap, toiletries and cleaning products
- Disposable diapers for babies and adults
- Dairy products, including fresh milk and powdered milk
- School supplies such as shoes, bags, books, stationery and uniforms
- Educational materials, including academic and reference books
Items such as cigarettes, alcoholic beverages and prepaid mobile top-ups are not permitted under the programme.
How to use BINGKAS at participating stores?
Once approved, recipients can make purchases at registered BINGKAS panel stores by following these steps:
- Visit a participating BINGKAS panel store.
- Select the approved items you wish to purchase.
- Allow the cashier to scan your recipient ID through the SELANGKAH application.
- The cashier will verify that the selected items are eligible under the programme.
- Check that your BINGKAS account has sufficient balance.
- Tap the payment button and enter your six-digit PIN.
- A QR code will appear on your screen.
- Allow the cashier to scan the QR code to complete the payment.
Recipients can check the list of participating stores through the official BINGKAS website.
Successful applicants will receive RM300 in monthly assistance for a period of 12 months, amounting to a total of RM3,600 annually. The assistance will be distributed through the SELANGKAH e-wallet system on a cashless basis and can be used to purchase approved essential items at registered BINGKAS panel stores. However, any unused balance at the end of each month will automatically expire and cannot be carried forward to the following month.
For further enquiries regarding applications, eligibility requirements and participating stores, applicants can refer to the BINGKAS official website. Eligible Selangor families are encouraged to review the requirements and prepare their supporting documents before submitting their applications.
Source: eCentral.my, Media Selangor
