Malaysia’s Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF), officially rebranded as the Human Resources Development Corporation (HRD Corp), remains a cornerstone of national talent development in 2025. Under the PSMB Act 2001, employers with 10 or more Malaysian employees must contribute a levy (typically 1% of monthly payroll) to fund grants and incentives for workforce training.
Eligible employers can claim support by registering with HRD Corp, selecting approved training programs, and submitting applications through the eTRiS portal, with reimbursement issued upon completion and documentation. Despite the rebranding, “HRDF” is still widely used, and participation continues to offer businesses financial relief, compliance with employment laws, and a pathway to upskilling employees in a competitive market.
For many Malaysian employers, HRD Corp is more than just a statutory obligation. It represents a strategic opportunity to invest in employees’s skills, access financial incentives for training, and build resilience in an evolving job market.
Malaysia places great emphasis on human resource development. The HRDF is central to this commitment and acts as a pillar of the nation’s talent development initiatives.
he HRD Corp is Malaysia’s financial pool dedicated to supporting and empowering human resource development in the country. Managed under the Ministry of Human Resources, HRD Corp helps employers subsidize the costs of upskilling their workforce through grants, incentives, and approved training schemes.
In essence, the primary purpose of the HRDF is to provide financial assistance to employers for their employees’ training and skill development to help address employee performance gaps.
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