Independent information site — not an official government website. We do not process aid applications or payments. Not a government website Official check: cekbansos.kemensos.go.idOfficial check ↗
  1. Home
  2. PIP & KIP Kuliah
National programEducation

PIP & KIP Kuliah 2026: Check Your Status, Requirements and How to Apply

The Smart Indonesia Program (PIP) helps primary to high school students from low-income families, and KIP Kuliah helps high school graduates go to university. Here is how to check and apply on the official portals.

Short answer

Check PIP at pip.kemendikdasmen.go.id with the student’s NISN and NIK. Apply for KIP Kuliah by creating an account at kip-kuliah.kemdiktisaintek.go.id.

PIP vs KIP Kuliah

PIPKIP Kuliah
ForPrimary, junior and senior high school studentsHigh school graduates going to university
Official portalpip.kemendikdasmen.go.idkip-kuliah.kemdiktisaintek.go.id
How to checkStudent NISN and NIKLog in to your registration account
BenefitEducation money paid to the student’s accountTuition plus a living allowance

How to check PIP

  1. Open pip.kemendikdasmen.go.idOn your phone or computer.
  2. Enter the student’s NISN and NIKAsk the school for the NISN; the NIK is on the family card.
  3. Complete the verificationAnswer the question or security code on screen.
  4. Read the resultYou will see recipient status, payment stage and paying bank if registered.

Check PIP on the official site ↗

PIP 2026 amounts and schedule

LevelAmount per year
Primary schoolRp225,000 – Rp450,000 (depends on grade/semester)
Junior high schoolRp375,000 – Rp750,000
Senior high / vocationalRp900,000 – Rp1,800,000

PIP is paid in three terms: February–April (KIP holders), May–September (education office recommendations) and October–December (other eligible students).

How to get PIP

Students are proposed by their school. Students from families with aid cards (such as KKS or PKH) or listed in DTSEN are prioritised. Tell the class teacher or school operator about your family’s situation.

How to apply for KIP Kuliah

  1. Create an accountRegister on the official KIP Kuliah site with your NISN, school NPSN, NIK and an active email.
  2. Activate the accountEnter the registration number and access code sent to your email.
  3. Complete your detailsFill in family and economic data honestly and upload documents.
  4. Join selection and finaliseTake part in university admission selection, then finalise your registration.

Open kip-kuliah.kemdiktisaintek.go.id ↗

Document checklist

For a PIP proposal (at school)

  • Family card and the student’s NISN
  • KIP, KKS or proof of PKH — or an SKTM from the village if you have no aid card

For PIP account activation (at the bank)

LevelDocumentsBank
Primary / junior high / Paket A–BSchool activation letter, parent/guardian KTP, original KK and copyBRI
Senior high / vocational / Paket CSchool activation letter, student’s KTP, KKBNI
All levels in AcehAs required by the bankBSI
Do not delay activation

If the account is not activated within the deadline, PIP recipient status can be cancelled.

For KIP Kuliah

  • NISN, school NPSN, NIK and an active email
  • One proof of need: KIP, KKS, DTSEN listing or SKTM
  • Parent’s payslip or an income statement from the village
  • Family card
  • Photos of the house front and living room
  • Latest electricity bill or PBB tax notice

How to get an SKTM or income statement: Document requirements.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need the NISN to check PIP?

Yes. The check on pip.kemendikdasmen.go.id uses the student’s NISN and NIK.

Can a student without a KIP card get PIP?

The school can propose them if the family is low-income, for example listed in DTSEN or holding a certificate of low income.

Can KIP Kuliah be used at private universities?

KIP Kuliah applies to participating universities, including some private ones. Check the list on the official site.

Sources

  1. Detik — Panduan Lengkap Cara Aktivasi Rekening PIP 2026
  2. Media Keuangan — Dokumen KIP Kuliah 2026
  3. Detik Edu — Kemdikdasmen Buka Pengecekan PIP 2026 Secara Online (besaran dan termin, 11 Jun 2026)
  4. Kompas — Cara Cek Penerima PIP Juni 2026 Pakai NISN dan NIK
  5. Situs resmi KIP Kuliah