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Technical Energy Enrichment Programme (TEP) – 2025 Intake

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Technical Energy Enrichment Programme (TEP) is a PETRONAS pre-employment sponsorship programme that is specifically designed to develop essential technical competencies with generative culture mindset to accelerate your career in the global energy industry.

Upon completion of this programme, you will be a certified job-ready technician with skills of tomorrow to support the global energy industry.

For more information on the requirements and application procedure, simply refer to the brochure below or download the pdf here.

Application deadline is by 19 July 2025, Saturday, 11.59 p.m. (GMT+8).

Scan the QR Code above or click here to apply! Upon accessing the link, you will be brought to the TEP Application Form page, as shown below. Refer to the steps shown to register for the programme.

Should you require any help on registering for the programme, do reach us at instep@petronas.com for further enquiry or information. We would love to assist you!

Technical Energy Enrichment Programme (TEP) is a PETRONAS pre-employment sponsorship programme that is specifically designed to develop essential technical competencies with generative culture mindset to accelerate your career in the global energy industry.

Upon completion of this programme, you will be a certified job-ready technician with skills of tomorrow to support the global energy industry.

For more information on the requirements and application procedure, simply refer to the brochure below or download the pdf here.

Application deadline is by 19 July 2025, Saturday, 11.59 p.m. (GMT+8).

Scan the QR Code above or click here to apply! Upon accessing the link, you will be brought to the TEP Application Form page, as shown below. Refer to the steps shown to register for the programme.

Should you require any help on registering for the programme, do reach us at instep@petronas.com for further enquiry or information. We would love to assist you!

INSTEP and UMT Forge Strategic Partnership to Strengthen Energy Transition Capability Development, Harnessing CEFORE

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In a significant step towards supporting PETRONAS Energy Transition Academy (P-ETA), Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) and Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) have symbolised a strategic collaboration through the exchange of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).

The collaboration aims to strengthen the energy transition capability development, harnessing the Centre for Offshore Renewable Energy (CEFORE) project.

CEFORE is a pilot project jointly led by PETRONAS Global Technical Solutions Sdn Bhd (PGTSSB), a subsidiary of PETRONAS, and UMT. Strategically located off the coast of Pantai Tok Jembal in Kuala Nerus, Terengganu, the project features the development of a wind turbine and floating solar photovoltaic (PV) system.

The facility is designed as a 328 kW demonstration site for various renewable energy sources including wind, floating solar PV, wave energy and smart energy management solutions.

Through this collaboration, INSTEP and UMT will also develop and implement technical programmes focused on renewable energy. Both parties are committed to actively promoting CEFORE as a platform for education, innovation and public engagement in clean energy.

Beyond its technical objectives, CEFORE will serve as an edu-tourism destination and a community learning hub for renewable energy. This aligns with efforts to raise awareness and understanding of sustainable practices among the local population.

The partnership also opens avenues for academic and industrial exchange, fostering closer ties between industry and academia.

Ts. Azhar Ahmad, INSTEP Acting Chief Executive Officer said that the collaboration is a timely and strategic initiative. “This partnership is critical to positioning INSTEP as the P-ETA and equipping the future workforce to meet the demands of a low-carbon energy landscape,”.

Prof. Ir. Ts. Dr. Mohd Zamri Ibrahim, UMT Vice Chancellor, echoed the importance of the collaboration. “The strategic partnership between UMT and INSTEP strengthens research and development in renewable energy. Through CEFORE, we are committed to creating an innovative platform that supports industry-academia collaboration, empowers future talent, and enhances public awareness of sustainable energy,”.

This MoU marks a milestone in Malaysia’s transition towards clean energy, further solidifying INSTEP’s role as a world-class provider of technical training and a key driver of innovation within the national energy ecosystem.

In a significant step towards supporting PETRONAS Energy Transition Academy (P-ETA), Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) and Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) have symbolised a strategic collaboration through the exchange of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).

The collaboration aims to strengthen the energy transition capability development, harnessing the Centre for Offshore Renewable Energy (CEFORE) project.

CEFORE is a pilot project jointly led by PETRONAS Global Technical Solutions Sdn Bhd (PGTSSB), a subsidiary of PETRONAS, and UMT. Strategically located off the coast of Pantai Tok Jembal in Kuala Nerus, Terengganu, the project features the development of a wind turbine and floating solar photovoltaic (PV) system.

The facility is designed as a 328 kW demonstration site for various renewable energy sources including wind, floating solar PV, wave energy and smart energy management solutions.

Through this collaboration, INSTEP and UMT will also develop and implement technical programmes focused on renewable energy. Both parties are committed to actively promoting CEFORE as a platform for education, innovation and public engagement in clean energy.

Beyond its technical objectives, CEFORE will serve as an edu-tourism destination and a community learning hub for renewable energy. This aligns with efforts to raise awareness and understanding of sustainable practices among the local population.

The partnership also opens avenues for academic and industrial exchange, fostering closer ties between industry and academia.

Ts. Azhar Ahmad, INSTEP Acting Chief Executive Officer said that the collaboration is a timely and strategic initiative. “This partnership is critical to positioning INSTEP as the P-ETA and equipping the future workforce to meet the demands of a low-carbon energy landscape,”.

Prof. Ir. Ts. Dr. Mohd Zamri Ibrahim, UMT Vice Chancellor, echoed the importance of the collaboration. “The strategic partnership between UMT and INSTEP strengthens research and development in renewable energy. Through CEFORE, we are committed to creating an innovative platform that supports industry-academia collaboration, empowers future talent, and enhances public awareness of sustainable energy,”.

This MoU marks a milestone in Malaysia’s transition towards clean energy, further solidifying INSTEP’s role as a world-class provider of technical training and a key driver of innovation within the national energy ecosystem.

INSTEP Oil and Gas Wakalah TVET Programme as The Turning Point Episode 4

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Perseverance from Day One, Nurul Maisarah Abdul Hakim

At just 13 years old, Nurul Maisarah Abdul Hakim faced the life-changing responsibility of becoming the breadwinner for her family after the loss of her father. As the eldest of three siblings, she stepped up with unwavering resilience and determination, embodying strength beyond her years.

Today, at 24, Maisarah is paving the way to a brighter future not just for herself, but for her family. She recently completed her journey of being part of the Protégé programme at PETRONAS PD&T, after successfully completing INSTEP’s Oil and Gas Wakalah TVET Programme (OGWTP) in June 2024. Inspired by her passion for the oil and gas industry, she applied for the programme after discovering the intake advertisement on MAIDAM’s official Instagram account in February 2024.

“I completed my bachelor’s degree despite financial struggle I faced throughout the three years in UMT. My sole motivation was to serve my family and uplift our condition for a brighter future, considering my mother’s income only depended on her part time job as babysitter.”

Maisarah reflects on her time at INSTEP as transformative and deeply inspiring, though it was her first time delving into technical subjects. “In INSTEP, I learnt beyond technical skills. The experience there shaped me as whole person I am now. The instructors were very helpful and knowledgeable, and I aspired to be like them one day.”

The wholesome environment in INSTEP also had left a lasting impression on Maisarah. From the air conditioned rooms and classrooms to the opportunity for hands on practical in lab, workshops and training plant, it allowed the learners to fully focus on upskilling and equipping themselves with technical knowledge conveniently. 

Maisarah sees her training at INSTEP as a foundation that helps her grasp the bigger picture of PETRONAS’ oil and gas operations. She continues to learn and grow, knowing that every step is bringing her closer to her aspirations.

Maisarah’s ultimate goal remains rooted in her family. Her 12-month contract with PETRONAS allows her to support her loved ones, ensuring that her mother and siblings in Terengganu have the financial stability they deserve.

“Every struggle I’ve faced, from losing my father to juggling studies and supporting my family has taught me resilience and gratitude. These experiences shaped me into someone who refuses to give up, not for my own sake but for the people I love and the future I envision.”

Maisarah is one of the 27 graduates from OGWTP Batch 1, that has completed their 4 months training in INSTEP, benefiting from the collaboration between INSTEP and Yayasan Pendidikan MAIDAM (YPM). INSTEP as a technical training center for PETRONAS was assigned by Dana Assyakirin, a trustee body which managed the wakalah fund received from zakat center (MAIDAM) to execute the training programme. These efforts uplift the socio-economic status of the B40 group while addressing industry talent demands.

Perseverance from Day One, Nurul Maisarah Abdul Hakim

At just 13 years old, Nurul Maisarah Abdul Hakim faced the life-changing responsibility of becoming the breadwinner for her family after the loss of her father. As the eldest of three siblings, she stepped up with unwavering resilience and determination, embodying strength beyond her years.

Today, at 24, Maisarah is paving the way to a brighter future not just for herself, but for her family. She recently completed her journey of being part of the Protégé programme at PETRONAS PD&T, after successfully completing INSTEP’s Oil and Gas Wakalah TVET Programme (OGWTP) in June 2024. Inspired by her passion for the oil and gas industry, she applied for the programme after discovering the intake advertisement on MAIDAM’s official Instagram account in February 2024.

“I completed my bachelor’s degree despite financial struggle I faced throughout the three years in UMT. My sole motivation was to serve my family and uplift our condition for a brighter future, considering my mother’s income only depended on her part time job as babysitter.”

Maisarah reflects on her time at INSTEP as transformative and deeply inspiring, though it was her first time delving into technical subjects. “In INSTEP, I learnt beyond technical skills. The experience there shaped me as whole person I am now. The instructors were very helpful and knowledgeable, and I aspired to be like them one day.”

The wholesome environment in INSTEP also had left a lasting impression on Maisarah. From the air conditioned rooms and classrooms to the opportunity for hands on practical in lab, workshops and training plant, it allowed the learners to fully focus on upskilling and equipping themselves with technical knowledge conveniently. 

Maisarah sees her training at INSTEP as a foundation that helps her grasp the bigger picture of PETRONAS’ oil and gas operations. She continues to learn and grow, knowing that every step is bringing her closer to her aspirations.

Maisarah’s ultimate goal remains rooted in her family. Her 12-month contract with PETRONAS allows her to support her loved ones, ensuring that her mother and siblings in Terengganu have the financial stability they deserve.

“Every struggle I’ve faced, from losing my father to juggling studies and supporting my family has taught me resilience and gratitude. These experiences shaped me into someone who refuses to give up, not for my own sake but for the people I love and the future I envision.”

Maisarah is one of the 27 graduates from OGWTP Batch 1, that has completed their 4 months training in INSTEP, benefiting from the collaboration between INSTEP and Yayasan Pendidikan MAIDAM (YPM). INSTEP as a technical training center for PETRONAS was assigned by Dana Assyakirin, a trustee body which managed the wakalah fund received from zakat center (MAIDAM) to execute the training programme. These efforts uplift the socio-economic status of the B40 group while addressing industry talent demands.

PETRONAS and Partners Launch Energy Transition Academy to Accelerate Energy Industry Workforce Development

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PETRONAS marked a significant milestone at the second edition of the Energy Asia conference on 16 June 2025, with the launch of the PETRONAS Energy Transition Academy (P-ETA), a visionary initiative aimed at preparing the workforce of tomorrow for the demands of a low-carbon energy future.

P-ETA, established by Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP), PETRONAS’ premier technical training arm, will offer curated programmes to equip talent with essential skills and knowledge needed to navigate the fast-evolving global energy landscape. The academy will be open to both local and international participants from across the energy value chain.

The launch ceremony was officiated by PETRONAS President and Group CEO, Tan Sri Tengku Muhammad Taufik, and attended by key leaders from the sustainability and energy sectors, including Ruslan Halim Islahudin (Group Chief Human Resources Officer, PETRONAS), Charlotte Wolff-Bye (PETRONAS Chief Sustainability Officer), Koh Keng Sen (COO, SEDA Malaysia), Dr. Nick Wayth (CEO, Energy Institute), Alex Spencer (COO, OPITO), and Azhar Ahmad (CEO, INSTEP).

In his speech, Tan Sri Tengku Muhammad Taufik underscored the importance of workforce development in driving an inclusive and balanced energy transition:

“It is our hope that the launch of P-ETA will lay the foundation for an equitable energy future shaped by leaders and professionals with the vital skillsets to meet the world’s growing energy needs. As we pursue our Energy Transition Strategy, one that balances energy security, affordability, and sustainability, this initiative supports equitable opportunities for talent development in this changing landscape.”

Global Partnerships for Local Impact

During the event, INSTEP formalised strategic partnerships with three P-ETA training collaborators: Sustainable Energy Development Authority Malaysia (SEDA Malaysia), the Energy Institute (EI) in the UK, and OPITO, a global skills organisation for the energy industry. These partnerships, cemented through Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs), signal a shared commitment to developing internationally aligned, future-ready programmes.

The academy will be housed at INSTEP in Terengganu, where learners will benefit from hands-on, experiential training, ensuring a strong connection between theory and practical application.

Driving Decarbonisation Through Collaboration

The launch took place during a High-Level Session on Decarbonisation hosted by PETRONAS. This session brought together experts from PETRONAS, the International Society for Energy Transition Studies, and Japan Organization for Metals and Energy Security (JOGMEC) to share insights on methane reduction strategies and broader decarbonisation challenges.

A key discussion was on the upcoming Southeast Asia Methane Emissions Technology Evaluation Centre (METEC), a regional’s first of its kind. The METEC will support efforts in methane measurement, monitoring, and verification, while also serving as a hub for R&D. 

As the global energy transition continues to accelerate, INSTEP remains committed to ensuring that talent development keeps pace. With the launch of P-ETA, the company is investing not only in the future of energy but in the people who will drive it forward.

PETRONAS marked a significant milestone at the second edition of the Energy Asia conference on 16 June 2025, with the launch of the PETRONAS Energy Transition Academy (P-ETA), a visionary initiative aimed at preparing the workforce of tomorrow for the demands of a low-carbon energy future.

P-ETA, established by Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP), PETRONAS’ premier technical training arm, will offer curated programmes to equip talent with essential skills and knowledge needed to navigate the fast-evolving global energy landscape. The academy will be open to both local and international participants from across the energy value chain.

The launch ceremony was officiated by PETRONAS President and Group CEO, Tan Sri Tengku Muhammad Taufik, and attended by key leaders from the sustainability and energy sectors, including Ruslan Halim Islahudin (Group Chief Human Resources Officer, PETRONAS), Charlotte Wolff-Bye (PETRONAS Chief Sustainability Officer), Koh Keng Sen (COO, SEDA Malaysia), Dr. Nick Wayth (CEO, Energy Institute), Alex Spencer (COO, OPITO), and Azhar Ahmad (CEO, INSTEP).

In his speech, Tan Sri Tengku Muhammad Taufik underscored the importance of workforce development in driving an inclusive and balanced energy transition:

“It is our hope that the launch of P-ETA will lay the foundation for an equitable energy future shaped by leaders and professionals with the vital skillsets to meet the world’s growing energy needs. As we pursue our Energy Transition Strategy, one that balances energy security, affordability, and sustainability, this initiative supports equitable opportunities for talent development in this changing landscape.”

Global Partnerships for Local Impact

During the event, INSTEP formalised strategic partnerships with three P-ETA training collaborators: Sustainable Energy Development Authority Malaysia (SEDA Malaysia), the Energy Institute (EI) in the UK, and OPITO, a global skills organisation for the energy industry. These partnerships, cemented through Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs), signal a shared commitment to developing internationally aligned, future-ready programmes.

The academy will be housed at INSTEP in Terengganu, where learners will benefit from hands-on, experiential training, ensuring a strong connection between theory and practical application.

Driving Decarbonisation Through Collaboration

The launch took place during a High-Level Session on Decarbonisation hosted by PETRONAS. This session brought together experts from PETRONAS, the International Society for Energy Transition Studies, and Japan Organization for Metals and Energy Security (JOGMEC) to share insights on methane reduction strategies and broader decarbonisation challenges.

A key discussion was on the upcoming Southeast Asia Methane Emissions Technology Evaluation Centre (METEC), a regional’s first of its kind. The METEC will support efforts in methane measurement, monitoring, and verification, while also serving as a hub for R&D. 

As the global energy transition continues to accelerate, INSTEP remains committed to ensuring that talent development keeps pace. With the launch of P-ETA, the company is investing not only in the future of energy but in the people who will drive it forward.

47 Asnaf Tamat Latihan di INSTEP, Siap Sedia Jejak Industri

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Seramai 47 asnaf diraikan dalam Majlis Penutup Oil and Gas Wakalah Technical and Vocational Education Training (TVET) Programme (OGWTP) Kumpulan 2/2024 yang berlangsung di Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP), setelah berjaya menamatkan latihan teknikal dan penempatan industri selama enam bulan.

Majlis disempurnakan oleh Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Keusahawanan, Sumber Manusia, Koperasi dan Hal Ehwal Pengguna Negeri Terengganu, Dato’ Ariffin Deraman, yang menyampaikan sijil tamat latihan.

Pelaksanaan OGWTP tahun ini menyaksikan peningkatan signifikan daripada aspek capaian, pembangunan modul dan penglibatan industri, selaras dengan usaha PETRONAS dan rakan strategik untuk memperluas impak program.

Antara penambahbaikan utama termasuk peluasan bidang latihan daripada satu disiplin asas kepada dua disiplin khusus, iaitu Mekanikal serta Elektrikal & Instrumentasi (E&I). Modul latihan turut ditambah baik dengan pensijilan industri seperti Sijil Kemahiran Instrumen & Pendawaian Kabel, Ujian Tanpa Musnah Tahap 2 (NDT), dan modul bersijil yang diwajibkan oleh industri seperti Keselamatan Bekerja di Tempat Terkurung (AESP), Pengetahuan Bantuan Cemas, Latihan Keselamatan dan Kesihatan (OGSP), dan Induksi Asas Keselamatan Luar Pesisir dan Latihan Kecemasan (BOSIET).

Selain itu, tempoh penempatan industri turut dilanjutkan daripada empat kepada enam bulan bagi memberikan pelatih pengalaman langsung dalam suasana kerja sebenar, sekali gus meningkatkan kebolehpasaran mereka selepas tamat latihan.

“Kami percaya pengalaman menyeluruh yang dibina melalui gabungan latihan teknikal, pembangunan sahsiah dan pendedahan industri akan membentuk graduan yang lebih bersedia untuk menyumbang dalam sektor minyak dan gas,” – Azhar Ahmad, Pemangku Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif merangkap Pengurus Besar Akademi Pelajaran INSTEP

Program OGWTP merupakan hasil kolaborasi antara INSTEP, Yayasan Pendidikan MAIDAM (YPM), Dana Asy-Syakirin, Pusat Pembangunan Sumber Manusia Terengganu (THRDC)
dan lebih 20 rakan industri. Ia dibiayai melalui dana zakat wakalah bagi memperkasakan belia asnaf melalui latihan kemahiran yang relevan dan bernilai tinggi.

Turut hadir dalam majlis ialah ADUN Batu Rakit, Mohd Shafizi Ismail, Pegawai Eksekutif YPM, Norhana Yaakub, Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif THRDC, Aminuddin Omar, Pengurus Besar
Pelaburan Modal Insan PETRONAS, Ahmad Munir Akram Ahmad Faiz, dan Pengurus Besar PETRONAS Wilayah Pantai Timur, Mohammad Ahmad Shazly Ramli.

Seramai 47 asnaf diraikan dalam Majlis Penutup Oil and Gas Wakalah Technical and Vocational Education Training (TVET) Programme (OGWTP) Kumpulan 2/2024 yang berlangsung di Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP), setelah berjaya menamatkan latihan teknikal dan penempatan industri selama enam bulan.

Majlis disempurnakan oleh Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Keusahawanan, Sumber Manusia, Koperasi dan Hal Ehwal Pengguna Negeri Terengganu, Dato’ Ariffin Deraman, yang menyampaikan sijil tamat latihan.

Pelaksanaan OGWTP tahun ini menyaksikan peningkatan signifikan daripada aspek capaian, pembangunan modul dan penglibatan industri, selaras dengan usaha PETRONAS dan rakan strategik untuk memperluas impak program.

Antara penambahbaikan utama termasuk peluasan bidang latihan daripada satu disiplin asas kepada dua disiplin khusus, iaitu Mekanikal serta Elektrikal & Instrumentasi (E&I). Modul latihan turut ditambah baik dengan pensijilan industri seperti Sijil Kemahiran Instrumen & Pendawaian Kabel, Ujian Tanpa Musnah Tahap 2 (NDT), dan modul bersijil yang diwajibkan oleh industri seperti Keselamatan Bekerja di Tempat Terkurung (AESP), Pengetahuan Bantuan Cemas, Latihan Keselamatan dan Kesihatan (OGSP), dan Induksi Asas Keselamatan Luar Pesisir dan Latihan Kecemasan (BOSIET).

Selain itu, tempoh penempatan industri turut dilanjutkan daripada empat kepada enam bulan bagi memberikan pelatih pengalaman langsung dalam suasana kerja sebenar, sekali gus meningkatkan kebolehpasaran mereka selepas tamat latihan.

“Kami percaya pengalaman menyeluruh yang dibina melalui gabungan latihan teknikal, pembangunan sahsiah dan pendedahan industri akan membentuk graduan yang lebih bersedia untuk menyumbang dalam sektor minyak dan gas,” – Azhar Ahmad, Pemangku Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif merangkap Pengurus Besar Akademi Pelajaran INSTEP

Program OGWTP merupakan hasil kolaborasi antara INSTEP, Yayasan Pendidikan MAIDAM (YPM), Dana Asy-Syakirin, Pusat Pembangunan Sumber Manusia Terengganu (THRDC)
dan lebih 20 rakan industri. Ia dibiayai melalui dana zakat wakalah bagi memperkasakan belia asnaf melalui latihan kemahiran yang relevan dan bernilai tinggi.

Turut hadir dalam majlis ialah ADUN Batu Rakit, Mohd Shafizi Ismail, Pegawai Eksekutif YPM, Norhana Yaakub, Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif THRDC, Aminuddin Omar, Pengurus Besar
Pelaburan Modal Insan PETRONAS, Ahmad Munir Akram Ahmad Faiz, dan Pengurus Besar PETRONAS Wilayah Pantai Timur, Mohammad Ahmad Shazly Ramli.

Malaysia Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) 2025 – Open for Application

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Calling for all International Participants (non-Malaysian) from Commonwealth Member Countries to join Malaysia Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) 2025 !

Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) is proud to host a programme under the Malaysia Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) titled “Energy Transition through Sustainability and Technological Approach.”

This programme is fully sponsored by the Government of Malaysia and will be conducted on our campus in Terengganu, Malaysia. It features high interactivity and will be delivered by our experienced industry experts.

  • Programme Outline:
  1. Overview of Petroleum Industry (OOPI)
  2. Introduction to PETRONAS Sustainability Agenda
  3. Energy Management and Decarbonization
  4. Insight Series 1 : Balancing Act : Technology and Sustainability in Energy Transition
  5. Clean Energy (Site Visit)
  6. Insight Series 2 : Technology Approach in Industry
  • Click here to download the PDF brochure

What are you waiting for? Mark your calendar and start your application today! This is your golden opportunity to connect, collaborate, and share expertise with fellow professionals from other developing countries. Expand your horizons, spark new ideas, and be part of the global movement towards a sustainable energy future!

Contact our focal or click the brochure above for more information on the programme.

Application guidelines:

  1. The course fees are fully sponsored by the Government of Malaysia.
  2. Applications should be made using the prescribed MTCP forms available through https://mtcp.kln.gov.my/mtcpforms/MTCP_APPLICATION_FORM_(PHYSICAL_COURSE).pdf . MTCP application forms can also be obtained from the nearest Malaysian Embassy / High Commission in MTCP recipient countries. Submitted application forms must be accompanied by the following documents:
    • Copy of Passport (all coloured pages including blank pages, front & back cover)
    • 2 copies Passport sized photo (3.5cm x 5cm) (White background)
    • 6 months passport validity
    • Medical Report (with clinic’s official seal)
  3. All application forms must be duly completed and endorsed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of candidates’ respective countries and should be submitted only through the diplomatic channel via Malaysian Embassy/ High Commission of   Malaysia.
  4. Successful candidates will be duly notified by INSTEP one (1) month before the commencement of the course.
  5. Incomplete and/or unendorsed forms will not be considered.
  6. Application Deadline/ Closing Date of Application: 11th July 2025

Interested, but not sure what to expect? These articles might help you:

Calling for all International Participants (non-Malaysian) from Commonwealth Member Countries to join Malaysia Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) 2025 !

Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) is proud to host a programme under the Malaysia Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) titled “Energy Transition through Sustainability and Technological Approach.”

This programme is fully sponsored by the Government of Malaysia and will be conducted on our campus in Terengganu, Malaysia. It features high interactivity and will be delivered by our experienced industry experts.

  • Programme Outline:
  1. Overview of Petroleum Industry (OOPI)
  2. Introduction to PETRONAS Sustainability Agenda
  3. Energy Management and Decarbonization
  4. Insight Series 1 : Balancing Act : Technology and Sustainability in Energy Transition
  5. Clean Energy (Site Visit)
  6. Insight Series 2 : Technology Approach in Industry
  • Click here to download the PDF brochure

What are you waiting for? Mark your calendar and start your application today! This is your golden opportunity to connect, collaborate, and share expertise with fellow professionals from other developing countries. Expand your horizons, spark new ideas, and be part of the global movement towards a sustainable energy future!

Contact our focal or click the brochure above for more information on the programme.

Application guidelines:

  1. The course fees are fully sponsored by the Government of Malaysia.
  2. Applications should be made using the prescribed MTCP forms available through https://mtcp.kln.gov.my/mtcpforms/MTCP_APPLICATION_FORM_(PHYSICAL_COURSE).pdf . MTCP application forms can also be obtained from the nearest Malaysian Embassy / High Commission in MTCP recipient countries. Submitted application forms must be accompanied by the following documents:
    • Copy of Passport (all coloured pages including blank pages, front & back cover)
    • 2 copies Passport sized photo (3.5cm x 5cm) (White background)
    • 6 months passport validity
    • Medical Report (with clinic’s official seal)
  3. All application forms must be duly completed and endorsed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of candidates’ respective countries and should be submitted only through the diplomatic channel via Malaysian Embassy/ High Commission of   Malaysia.
  4. Successful candidates will be duly notified by INSTEP one (1) month before the commencement of the course.
  5. Incomplete and/or unendorsed forms will not be considered.
  6. Application Deadline/ Closing Date of Application: 11th July 2025

Interested, but not sure what to expect? These articles might help you:

Technical Energy Enrichment Programme (TEP) – 2025 Intake

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Technical Energy Enrichment Programme (TEP) is a PETRONAS pre-employment sponsorship programme that is specifically designed to develop essential technical competencies with generative culture mindset to accelerate your career in the global energy industry.

Upon completion of this programme, you will be a certified job-ready technician with skills of tomorrow to support the global energy industry.

For more information on the requirements and application procedure, simply refer to the brochure below or download the pdf here.

Application deadline is by 6 May 2025, Tuesday, 11:59 p.m. (GMT+8).

Scan the QR Code above or click here to apply! Upon accessing the link, you will be brought to the myCampusX page, as shown below. Refer to the steps shown to register for the programme.

Should you require any help on registering for the programme, do reach us at instep@petronas.com for further enquiry or information. We would love to assist you!

Technical Energy Enrichment Programme (TEP) is a PETRONAS pre-employment sponsorship programme that is specifically designed to develop essential technical competencies with generative culture mindset to accelerate your career in the global energy industry.

Upon completion of this programme, you will be a certified job-ready technician with skills of tomorrow to support the global energy industry.

For more information on the requirements and application procedure, simply refer to the brochure below or download the pdf here.

Application deadline is by 6 May 2025, Tuesday, 11:59 p.m. (GMT+8).

Scan the QR Code above or click here to apply! Upon accessing the link, you will be brought to the myCampusX page, as shown below. Refer to the steps shown to register for the programme.

Should you require any help on registering for the programme, do reach us at instep@petronas.com for further enquiry or information. We would love to assist you!

Engineering Dreams: INSTEP Inspires 30 Next-Gen Future STEM Leaders

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INSTEP hosted a Social Impact Management (SIM) initiative, welcoming 30 outstanding SPM school leavers from Rakan Elit Murid Intelek Terengganu (REMiT), a Terengganu-based non-governmental organisation focused on education excellence.

The half-day programme featured a comprehensive agenda comprising presentations, career talks, sharing sessions, and a guided tour of INSTEP’s campus and facilities. Participants included high-achieving students from 10 schools across eight districts in Terengganu.

In his opening address, Senior Manager of Learning Consultancy & Communication, En. Raja Idzam Shah Bin Raja Mohamad, emphasised the importance of STEM-related roles, not only within PETRONAS but also in institutions like INSTEP that plays a pivotal role in nurturing industry-ready talent.

Students gained valuable insights into the oil and gas industry and STEM education through a session by En. Ameer Mustakim B Abadi (Operations & HSE Academy) and an overview of academic and career pathways by En. Wan Asrie Bin Wan Ayub (LCC Industry and Stakeholder), featuring PETRONAS scholarships, internships, and the GEES Protégé programme.

One of the participants, Auni Sofea, expressed how deeply inspired she was by the session, stating that the experience sparked her confidence and affirmed her decision to pursue a career in engineering.

SPM leavers seeing first-hand the inner workings of Upstream Downstream Training Plant (UDTP), Explained by En. Abir Bin A Patah from Plant Operations.

This marks the third time REMiT students have had the opportunity to experience INSTEP firsthand. Earlier visits were held in 2017 and 2018, with a virtual engagement conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic and Movement Control Order (MCO) period.

Also present were INSTEP Chief Executive Officer, En. Mohamad Bin Nasir, REMiT President, En. Hamzah Bin Kammapu, Senior Manager of Learning Experience, En. Ahmad Rushdan Bin Mohd Ghazali, and REMiT representatives En. Azmee Bin Osman and Dr. Munirah Abd Rahman.

INSTEP hosted a Social Impact Management (SIM) initiative, welcoming 30 outstanding SPM school leavers from Rakan Elit Murid Intelek Terengganu (REMiT), a Terengganu-based non-governmental organisation focused on education excellence.

The half-day programme featured a comprehensive agenda comprising presentations, career talks, sharing sessions, and a guided tour of INSTEP’s campus and facilities. Participants included high-achieving students from 10 schools across eight districts in Terengganu.

In his opening address, Senior Manager of Learning Consultancy & Communication, En. Raja Idzam Shah Bin Raja Mohamad, emphasised the importance of STEM-related roles, not only within PETRONAS but also in institutions like INSTEP that plays a pivotal role in nurturing industry-ready talent.

Students gained valuable insights into the oil and gas industry and STEM education through a session by En. Ameer Mustakim B Abadi (Operations & HSE Academy) and an overview of academic and career pathways by En. Wan Asrie Bin Wan Ayub (LCC Industry and Stakeholder), featuring PETRONAS scholarships, internships, and the GEES Protégé programme.

One of the participants, Auni Sofea, expressed how deeply inspired she was by the session, stating that the experience sparked her confidence and affirmed her decision to pursue a career in engineering.

SPM leavers seeing first-hand the inner workings of Upstream Downstream Training Plant (UDTP), Explained by En. Abir Bin A Patah from Plant Operations.

This marks the third time REMiT students have had the opportunity to experience INSTEP firsthand. Earlier visits were held in 2017 and 2018, with a virtual engagement conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic and Movement Control Order (MCO) period.

Also present were INSTEP Chief Executive Officer, En. Mohamad Bin Nasir, REMiT President, En. Hamzah Bin Kammapu, Senior Manager of Learning Experience, En. Ahmad Rushdan Bin Mohd Ghazali, and REMiT representatives En. Azmee Bin Osman and Dr. Munirah Abd Rahman.

INSTEP to Further Enhance Oil & Gas, Services & Equipment Capability Development Programme through Grant by HRD Corp

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PETRONAS together with INSTEP was few of the companies present during the launch of the Human Resource Development Corporation (HRD Corp) Premier Employers Network (PEN), recently held on 17 March 2025 in Kuala Lumpur. PEN is an exclusive initiative designed to provide premier employers within the network with personalised training management solutions and exclusive benefits, under the Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA).

Also present at the event was the representative of Minister of Human Resources, YBhg. Datuk Azman Mohd Yusof, Secretary General Minister of Human Resource.

As PETRONAS’ technical training arm, INSTEP’s signature training programme for the future technical workforce, the Technical Energy Enrichment Programme (TEP), was highlighted as one of the key initiatives under the Oil & Gas, Services & Equipment (OGSE) Capability Development Programme.

TEP, a structured pre-employment sponsored training programme, is specifically designed to equip learners with essential technical competencies, while embedding sustainability and a generative culture mindset to accelerate their technical careers in the global energy industry. Through TEP, trainees will undergo several months of professionally curated training for both the upstream and downstream sectors at INSTEP’s campus in Batu Rakit, Terengganu.

Under the Future Workers Training Scheme (FWT), INSTEP has received a training grant amounting to RM68.23 million to train 527 trainees up to the year 2027, ensuring future workers transition seamlessly into the energy, oil, and gas sector.

Vice President of PETRONAS Group Human Resource Management, En. Ruslan Islahuddin together with Chief Executive Officer of HRD Corp, Datuk Wira Shahul Dawood.

“Through this training grant, we look forward to further enhancing the Oil & Gas, Services & Equipment (OGSE) capability development programme, with the embedment of sustainability and energy transition elements in our learning modules, supporting the development of sustainable pipeline of skilled technical workforce,” En. Mohamad bin Nasir, Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP, remarked on the event.

PETRONAS together with INSTEP was few of the companies present during the launch of the Human Resource Development Corporation (HRD Corp) Premier Employers Network (PEN), recently held on 17 March 2025 in Kuala Lumpur. PEN is an exclusive initiative designed to provide premier employers within the network with personalised training management solutions and exclusive benefits, under the Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA).

Also present at the event was the representative of Minister of Human Resources, YBhg. Datuk Azman Mohd Yusof, Secretary General Minister of Human Resource.

As PETRONAS’ technical training arm, INSTEP’s signature training programme for the future technical workforce, the Technical Energy Enrichment Programme (TEP), was highlighted as one of the key initiatives under the Oil & Gas, Services & Equipment (OGSE) Capability Development Programme.

TEP, a structured pre-employment sponsored training programme, is specifically designed to equip learners with essential technical competencies, while embedding sustainability and a generative culture mindset to accelerate their technical careers in the global energy industry. Through TEP, trainees will undergo several months of professionally curated training for both the upstream and downstream sectors at INSTEP’s campus in Batu Rakit, Terengganu.

Under the Future Workers Training Scheme (FWT), INSTEP has received a training grant amounting to RM68.23 million to train 527 trainees up to the year 2027, ensuring future workers transition seamlessly into the energy, oil, and gas sector.

Vice President of PETRONAS Group Human Resource Management, En. Ruslan Islahuddin together with Chief Executive Officer of HRD Corp, Datuk Wira Shahul Dawood.

“Through this training grant, we look forward to further enhancing the Oil & Gas, Services & Equipment (OGSE) capability development programme, with the embedment of sustainability and energy transition elements in our learning modules, supporting the development of sustainable pipeline of skilled technical workforce,” En. Mohamad bin Nasir, Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP, remarked on the event.

INSTEP Oil and Gas Wakalah TVET Programme as The Turning Point Episode 3

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Episode 3: A Journey in Shaping Technical Career

Firdaus bin Azman, a 19 year-old Terengganu lad, is currently undergoing Oil and Gas Wakalah TVET Programme (OGWTP) 2.0 at INSTEP, as a beneficiary for the sponsored programme under collaboration with Yayasan Pendidikan MAIDAM. As part of the second batch of OGWTP, Firdaus is now gaining hands-on experience through his internship at RB Spectra Sdn. Bhd.

Firdaus doing his routine job of metering reading during his internship.

A graduate of SMA Mahmudiah Kuala Berang, Firdaus earned his Sijil Tamat Pelajaran Sekolah Menengah Agama, a recognition for students who have successfully memorised the Al-Quran during their five years of study. Despite having the option to pursue Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM), he chose a different path, venturing into the technical field through OGWTP 2.0 at INSTEP.

Firdaus’ journey into technical education began when he first worked as an air-conditioner technician in Kuala Lumpur after completing his SPM. Though it first started due to his family’s financial constraint, it soon sparked his interest in technical field and continued to fuel his passion to pursue study in TVET-related course.

Inspired by his teachers’ advice that knowledge is vast and one should never limit themselves to a single field, he embraced this transition and is now pursuing a Mechanical course at INSTEP, preparing himself for a future in the technical industry.

Firdaus as graduate from SMA is still actively pursuing religious knowledge during his time in INSTEP.

Beyond academics, Firdaus remains deeply connected to his religious pursuits, actively participating in religious activities during his free time. Guided by his principle of balancing spiritual and academic growth, he leverages INSTEP’s campus environment to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Firdaus and his classmates in front of UDTP, INSTEP.

The Oil and Gas Wakalah TVET Programme (OGWTP) serves as a lifeline for the less fortunate, particularly the B40 and Terengganu asnaf communities, offering them a pathway to a brighter future. With participants from diverse backgrounds, including SPM graduates, Tahfiz graduates, and technical diploma holders, the programme is designed to enhance employability and connect these learners with opportunities in the oil, gas, and energy industry within the region.

Episode 3: A Journey in Shaping Technical Career

Firdaus bin Azman, a 19 year-old Terengganu lad, is currently undergoing Oil and Gas Wakalah TVET Programme (OGWTP) 2.0 at INSTEP, as a beneficiary for the sponsored programme under collaboration with Yayasan Pendidikan MAIDAM. As part of the second batch of OGWTP, Firdaus is now gaining hands-on experience through his internship at RB Spectra Sdn. Bhd.

Firdaus doing his routine job of metering reading during his internship.

A graduate of SMA Mahmudiah Kuala Berang, Firdaus earned his Sijil Tamat Pelajaran Sekolah Menengah Agama, a recognition for students who have successfully memorised the Al-Quran during their five years of study. Despite having the option to pursue Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM), he chose a different path, venturing into the technical field through OGWTP 2.0 at INSTEP.

Firdaus’ journey into technical education began when he first worked as an air-conditioner technician in Kuala Lumpur after completing his SPM. Though it first started due to his family’s financial constraint, it soon sparked his interest in technical field and continued to fuel his passion to pursue study in TVET-related course.

Inspired by his teachers’ advice that knowledge is vast and one should never limit themselves to a single field, he embraced this transition and is now pursuing a Mechanical course at INSTEP, preparing himself for a future in the technical industry.

Firdaus as graduate from SMA is still actively pursuing religious knowledge during his time in INSTEP.

Beyond academics, Firdaus remains deeply connected to his religious pursuits, actively participating in religious activities during his free time. Guided by his principle of balancing spiritual and academic growth, he leverages INSTEP’s campus environment to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Firdaus and his classmates in front of UDTP, INSTEP.

The Oil and Gas Wakalah TVET Programme (OGWTP) serves as a lifeline for the less fortunate, particularly the B40 and Terengganu asnaf communities, offering them a pathway to a brighter future. With participants from diverse backgrounds, including SPM graduates, Tahfiz graduates, and technical diploma holders, the programme is designed to enhance employability and connect these learners with opportunities in the oil, gas, and energy industry within the region.