Press Release

Muara Enim, February 24, 2026 – PT Bukit Asam (Persero) Tbk (PTBA) has reopened registration for the Bukit Asam Surrounding Community Student Education Assistance Program (BIDIKSIBA) for 2026.

Eko Prayitno, Corporate Secretary Division Head, stated that the program is part of the Company’s Social and Environmental Responsibility (TJSL) commitment to improving the quality of education for communities surrounding its operational areas.

Through the BIDIKSIBA program, PTBA provides opportunities for SMA/SMK/MA or equivalent graduates residing in the Company’s Ring 1 areas to continue their education at the Diploma III (D-III) level.

“This program is intended for SMA/SMK/MA or equivalent graduates domiciled in areas surrounding the Tanjung Enim Mining Site Unit, Tarahan Port, Kertapati Port, Ombilin Mining Site, and Peranap Mining Site,” said Eko.

One of the main requirements for prospective BIDIKSIBA 2026 recipients is that they must come from families with income not exceeding the local minimum wage. Applicants are required to submit a Certificate of Financial Hardship (Surat Keterangan Tidak Mampu/SKTM) and must not be receiving scholarships from other parties.

In addition, applicants are required to complete a stamped declaration letter expressing their interest and commitment to participate in the program, approved by their respective parents or guardians.

Registration for the BIDIKSIBA 2026 Program is open from February 23 to March 2, 2026, through the official website at https://bidiksiba.id/. The selection process will be conducted in stages, including administrative screening, psychological testing, field verification, and the National Test-Based Selection (SNBT-UTBK) examination.