Baucer Buku 1Malaysia (BB1M) 2013

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I got some early information regarding Baucer Buku 1Malaysia (BB1M) for the year 2013.

Here they are. :)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on 1Malaysia Book Voucher Year 2013

1. Who are eligible for 1Malaysia Book Voucher Year 2013 (Baucar Buku 1Malaysia, BB1M)?
• Malaysian nationality;
• Reside in Malaysia during the execution period of BB1M;
• Currently studying or have active status at matriculation colleges, form six, polytechnics, local public or private universities (IPTA/IPTS) from January 1 until March 31, 2013;
• Study at education institutions approved and supervised by Ministry of Higher Education;
• Both full-time and part-time students are eligible;
• All students at matriculation colleges / foundation programme / form 6 / A-Level / diploma / advanced diploma / degree / masters / PhD / professional courses with level higher than diploma and recognized by government or professional bodies in Malaysia such as Malaysian Institute Of Accountants (MIA), The Malaysian Institute Of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA), The Institution Of Engineers Malaysia, Lembaga Jurutera Malaysia, Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia, Pertubuhan Arkitek Malaysia, Lembaga Juruukur Bahan Malaysia, Lembaga Juruukur Tanah Malaysia, Lembaga Penilai, Penaksir dan Agen Hartanah dan The Institution Of Surveyors Malaysia;
  
  
2. Are students of certificate programme eligible to receive 1Malaysia Book Vouchers?
   No, they are not eligible.
3. What is the total value of the 1Malaysia Book Vouchers given to each student?
   As announced in Malaysia Budget 2013, each students will receive 5 vouchers (each RM50) with total value RM250. There is an increase of RM50 compared with BB1M 1.0 distributed in 2012.
4. How do I apply or register for Baucar Buku 1Malaysia (BB1M)?
   You do not need to apply or register. Your name will be submitted by your education institutions. For confirmation, please check with your respective education institutions.
   
   
5. When shall I get collect my 1Malaysia Book Vouchers?
   Baucar Buku 1Malaysia BB1M 2013 will be distributed starting from February 2013 at your respective education institutions. Please check with your education institutions for the actual dates as they might vary from one college to another.
6. When will the Baucar Buku 1Malaysia (BB1M) expire?
   They are valid from 1 January 2013 until 31 May 2013.
7. Where can I use these Baucar Buku 1Malaysia (BB1M)?
   You can use them as cash vouchers at all participating bookstore nationwide by showing your IC.

• List of bookstore took part last year:
1. BookXcess,
2. Borders,
3. Kinokuniya,
4. MPH,
5. Popular,
6. Times and
7. College/university's bookstore.
• Note: Usually bookstore will have special promotions for 1Malaysia Book Vouchers so please check at the cashier counter first. Last year for example, Borders give away free Starbuck coupons and membership cards to those who pay using 1Malaysia Book Vouchers.
  
  This year Popular Bookstore has already announced the special promotion - Free RM50 Popular gift voucher and Popular membership card - for those who spend RM250 1Malaysia Book Vouchers.
8.  Can I sell the 1Malaysia Book Vouchers to others or transfer the ownership to others?
   NO, some were caught selling them last year.

1Malaysia Book Vouchers 2013 (Baucar Buku 1Malaysia BB1M 2.0)

Source:
1. Malaysia Students website

2. Baucar Buku 1Malaysia (BB1M) 2013 Guide by Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia

3. Other sources as embedded as link(s) above.