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KIP Kuliah 2026
Kartu Indonesia Pintar Kuliah
Timeline
Feb 10–Mar 31
Students
Apr 1–30
SNBP Students
∼Jun 1–30
SNBT Students
∼Jul 15–Aug 31
Mandiri Students
∼Apr 15–Sep 30
Universities
About KIP Kuliah
KIP Kuliah (Indonesia Smart Card for Higher Education) is a government financial aid program for students with strong academic potential but limited financial means. Recipients are exempt from tuition fees (UKT) and receive a living allowance. The program covers students admitted through SNBP, SNBT, and Jalur Mandiri at selected public and private universities.
Available Pathways
Create KIP Kuliah Account
Register at kip-kuliah.kemdikbud.go.id. Fill in personal data, NIK, family card, and school information.
Immediately after university acceptance
→ Create account at kip-kuliah.kemdikbud.go.id
Prepare Documents
Gather NIK, family card, student number, acceptance proof, and parents' income proof. If not in DTKS, obtain a poverty certificate (SKTM).
Before KIP-K registration deadline
→ Obtain SKTM if needed
Apply for KIP Kuliah
Log into the KIP-K portal, complete your data, and submit your scholarship application. Ensure data matches DTKS or supporting documents.
Per admission pathway (SNBP/SNBT/Mandiri)
→ Apply via KIP-K portal
University Verification
After submission, the university will verify your data and eligibility. Prepare original documents for verification.
After application is received
→ Prepare original documents
Frequently Asked Questions
What is KIP Kuliah 2026?
Who is eligible for KIP Kuliah?
Can SNBP-accepted students apply for KIP Kuliah?
What documents are needed?
How much financial aid do KIP Kuliah recipients receive?
Beware of Admission Fraud
Common scam types:
- ⚠Offers of "backdoor entry" or guaranteed admission through intermediaries.
- ⚠Payment requests outside official university channels.
- ⚠Fake social media accounts impersonating admission committees.
- ⚠Registration links from domains that are not official university websites.
Use only official channels:
- Official SNPMB: snpmb.bppp.kemdikbud.go.id
If you encounter suspected fraud, report it to the university or to the police via patrolisiber.id.