SUPERB (Skim Usahawan Permulaan Bumiputera)
Overview
Conditional grant for young Bumiputera founders aged 21–40 starting a new company (3 years old or less, 51%+ Bumiputera), offering RM100,000 at idea stage and up to RM500,000 at commercial stage. Historically run in pitch windows about four times a year. TERAJU's SUPERB portal is currently unreachable — it fails to load in a normal browser, not just for automated checks — so there is no working application page to link to at the moment. TERAJU has not announced that the scheme has ended; contact TERAJU directly if you want to apply.
Who is eligible?
- Open only to Bumiputera-owned businesses.
What this grant covers
- A broad range of business growth costs — confirm the exact eligible items on the official source.
How to apply
- 1
Check you qualify
Confirm you meet the eligibility points above for this grant.
- 2
Get your documents ready
Prepare your documents — company or personal details, financials, and quotations or a proposal for what you want funded.
- 3
Apply through the official channel
Submit your application through TERAJU — SUPERB and wait for evaluation and approval before starting.
- 4
Keep records & claim
Keep receipts and reports, and submit claims or progress updates as the programme requires.
No official application page is currently available
The TERAJU has not published a live page for this scheme. Browse the related grants below for options that are open now.
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Frequently asked questions
When can I apply for SUPERB (Skim Usahawan Permulaan Bumiputera)?
It runs in windows ("By window"). Check the official source for the current intake window.
How much funding can I get?
RM100k (idea) / RM500k (commercial). The exact award depends on your project and the agency's assessment.
Do I need an SSM-registered business?
A formal SSM registration may not be strictly required, but it helps. Confirm the exact criteria on the official source.
Is it only for Bumiputera-owned businesses?
Yes — this grant is open only to Bumiputera-owned businesses.
Which businesses or sectors does it support?
It's broadly available across most sectors.
Who manages this grant?
It's administered by TERAJU.
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