The Department of the Accountant General of Malaysia (JANM) has issued the Accountant General of Malaysia Circular Number 5 of 2025 which sets out the official salary schedule for 2026 for all civil servants under the Federal Government.
This circular, issued on October 21 2025, informs the fixed date for payment of monthly salaries (salaries) in 2026 as well as management rules to ensure all salary payments are made accurately and regularly.
Objectives of Circular Letter (SPANM) Number 5 of 2025
The main objectives of issuing this circular letter are:
- Inform the monthly salary payment date in 2026; And
- Determine the rules for managing honorarium payments so that salaries can be paid on time according to the schedule set by JANM.
2026 Civil Servant Salary Payment Schedule
Based on Appendix 1 of the Accountant General of Malaysia Circular Letter Number 5 of 2025, the following are the official salaries for 2026 for civil servants throughout Malaysia:
Civil Servant Salary Schedule 2026
- January: January 22, 2026 (Thursday)
- February: February 12, 2026 (Thursday)
- Chinese New Year – 17 & 18 February 2026 (Tuesday & Wednesday)
- Mac: March 16, 2026 (Monday)
- Hari Raya Puasa – 21 & 22 March 2026 (Saturday & Sunday)
- April: April 20, 2026 (Monday)
- May: May 21, 2026 (Thursday)
- Hajj Festival – 27 & 28 May 2026 (Wednesday & Thursday)
- June: June 25, 2026 (Thursday)
- July: July 23, 2026 (Thursday)
- August: August 24, 2026 (Monday)
- September: September 24, 2026 (Thursday)
- October: 22 October 2026 (Thursday)
- November: November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Deepavali Day – 8 November 2026 (Sunday)
- December: December 21, 2026 (Monday)
- Christmas Day – December 25, 2026 (Friday)
📌 Vital Records:
The salary date each month is usually earlier when it is close to major holiday celebrations such as Chinese New Year, Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Hari Raya Haji, Deepavali and Christmas.
Special Aidilfitri Assistance for Civil Servants in 2026
Prime Minister YAB announced Aidilfitri Special Financial Assistance announced in his 2026 Budget Speech.
This shows the government’s high appreciation for the contributions of public officials, even though Phase 2 salary adjustments have additional financial implications of RM18 billion.
This initiative not only helps ease the burden ahead of the festival, but also injects new motivation and enthusiasm into all public service officers to continue to serve more efficiently, with integrity and dedication.
This special Aidilfitri assistance will be paid in that month February 2026.
2026 Salaries for Daily Wage Workers and MySTEP
Apart from permanent civil servants, this circular also explains that:
- Daily wage workers will receive payment no later than the seventh working day of the following month, and can be paid earlier if a holiday is approaching.
- MySTEP (Short Term Employment Program) personnel are paid based on the applicable MySTEP Service Procurement Guidelines.
Effective and Effective Date
This 2026 Salary Circular effective from October 21, 2025 and applies to:
- All Federal Ministries and Departments,
- State and Federal Legal Entities as well
- Regional Government, depending on the agreement of each party.
2026 Salary Payment Rules & Procedures
To ensure smooth payment of 2026 Salaries, all ministries and departments must comply with the following guidelines:
1. The Role of the Responsibility Center (PTJ)
- Lock entry Salary Change Form (Kew.320 Pin.1/2019) according to the specified date.
- Check incoming data Payroll Master Files and ePayroll Reports to ensure there are no errors in personal information, bank account numbers or EPF/tax deductions.
- Make sure payment is made via Computerized Emolument System (SEB).
2. Role of the Accounting Office
- Set monthly payroll processing dates and ensure all transactions are processed according to schedule.
- In the event of special cases, approval from the Chief Accountant of the Ministry or the State Director of JANM must be obtained first.
3. Responsibilities of Public Officials
Public officials are advised to check their respective bank accounts and ensure there are no payment restrictions due to existing loans or debts with financial institutions.
Malaysian Accountant General Circular No. 5 of 2025 – Dates and Procedures for Salary Payments in 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Salary 2026 refers to the official salary payment schedule (monthly salary) for all civil servants in Malaysia for the year 2026, as determined by the Malaysian Accountants Department (JANM) through Malaysian Accountants General Circular Number 5 of 2025.
This schedule is set by the National Accounting Department of Malaysia (JANM) through Malaysian Accountants General Circular Number 5 of 2025 signed by Dato’ Zainani binti Jusoh, Accountant General of Malaysia.
Circular Letter Number 5 of 2025 is effective from 21 October 2025, and applies to all salary payments starting January 2026.
Yes. If the month is close to a major holiday such as Chinese New Year, Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Hari Raya Haji, Deepavali, or Christmas, then the salary payment date will be made earlier to facilitate the financial affairs of civil servants.
Yes. This circular includes:
– All Federal Ministries and Departments,
– State and Federal Legal Entities as well
– Regional Government (PBT), according to their respective acceptance.
For daily wage workers, the payments are:
– Processed from the first working day of the following month; And
– Paid no later than the seventh (7th) working day of the following month.
– If it is approaching a holiday, payment can be made earlier as permitted in the Treasury Instructions (AP105).
Yes. MySTEP (Short Term Employment Program) personnel also receive salary payments based on the currently applicable MySTEP Service Procurement Guidelines.
Officers need to:
– Checking Salary e-Statements and Reports via the official JANM portal (www.anm.gov.my);
– Inform the Accountability Center (PTJ) if there are errors in personal data, bank account numbers, or EPF and tax deductions; And
– Corrections will be made immediately by the Accounting Department.
Any questions can be directed to:
Accounting Office Operational Management Division (BPOPP)
General Accounting Department Malaysia (JANM)
4th Floor, Ministry of Finance Complex,
Persiaran Perdana, Police Station 2, 62594 Putrajaya.
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Telephone: 03-8882 1624 / 1612 / 1622 / 1611
– Plan your finances and monthly expenses better.
– Manage commitments such as loan payments, savings and bills.
– Manage purchases in connection with festivals or long holidays in advance.
The Official 2026 Salary Schedule can be downloaded via the official website of the Accountant General’s Department of Malaysia (JANM) at the link:
In general, the salary schedule for 2026 is fixed, but changes can only be made by JANM if there is a special announcement from the government (for example holidays or festival adjustments).
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