Progressive Acceleration for Capability & Employability
ABOUT PACE
The Progressive Acceleration for Capability & Employability (PACE) is a national fund with a total allocation of RM100 million and comprises ten (10) strategic programmes.
The package was announced by the Prime Minister of Malaysia, YAB Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim together with the Minister of Human Resources, YB Dato’ Sri Ramanan Ramakrishnan. It demonstrates the government’s commitment through the Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA) and HRD Corp to accelerate human capital development, strengthen employability and ensure an inclusive work transformation under the Malaysia MADANI framework.
Focusing on future skills, new work opportunities and support for underserved communities, PACE serves as the main driver in building a Malaysian workforce that is competitive, skilled and ready for global challenges.
Objectives
PACE is mobilised to empower Malaysians through skills development, employability and workforce resilience.
- Targeted Investments: Channelling funds to strategic programmes with maximum impact.
- Overall Capabilities: Building future skills and empowering talents from diverse backgrounds.
- Measurable Outcomes: Driving marketability, productivity and the nation’s economic growth.
- National Impact: Fostering competitiveness and strengthening Malaysia’s position on the global stage.
Strategic Programmes
PACE offers several initiatives including:
VETRI MADANI
RM10 million to empower the Indian community through vocational training.
DAYA
RM10 million for the human capital development of youth and young talents.
ELEVATE
RM10 million to empower MSMEs through value-added training.
DIGITAL
RM10 million to build an inclusive generation in technology and innovation.
BORNEO
RM10 million to create job opportunities for the native communities in Sabah and Sarawak.
NUSA
RM15 million to develop national skills.
GTB (Gig to Business)
- (Three more programmes will be announced soon.)
VETRI MADANI
VETRI MADANI aims to uplift the Malaysian Indian community by enhancing skills, improving career mobility and strengthening workforce readiness through targeted training programmes.
Outcome
- Employability enhancement
- Upskilling and reskilling
Target Groups
- Malaysian Indian community
- Individuals from 16 to 50 years old
Scope of Courses
Proposed programmes must align with RMK-13 priorities and are of high industry demand, particularly in strengthening future workforce capabilities, enhancing productivity, accelerating digital adoption and supporting high-value industries.
The programme offers a wide range of courses on:
- Competency-Based Training
- Professional Certifications
Registration
Ready to participate in VETRI MADANI? Click the link below.
ELEVATE
ELEVATE aims to empower local micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to help them bridge productivity and scalability gaps through the right training programmes.
Outcome
- Increased business scalability
- Enhanced productivity and competitiveness
- Better adoption of technology
Target Groups
- Micro, small and medium enterprises
- Enterprises with less than 75 local employees
- Family-run traditional businesses
Scope of Courses
Proposed programmes must align with RMK-13 priorities, especially in strengthening competitiveness, productivity and scalability of MSMEs through the aspects below, with the goals of having measurable business outcomes and supporting the formalisation and growth of MSMEs.
- Digitisation and technology adoption
- Business management and strategic planning
- Operational excellence and quality management
- Workforce development
- Market development with an emphasis on capacity building
The programme offers a wide range of courses on:
- Competency-Based Training
- Professional Certifications
ABOUT PACE LAUNCH: PROGRESSIVE ACCELERATION FOR CAPABILITY & EMPLOYABILITY
(PEMACU ANJAKAN KEMAHIRAN & KEBOLEHKERJAAN)
PACE: On-Site Approval
As part of the PACE Launch Ceremony on 23 May 2026, HRD Corp will host a special On-Site Approval session, giving Training Providers the unique opportunity to submit their training programme proposals directly under the PACE initiatives.
This fast-track approval initiative is designed to accelerate strategic programmes, specifically:
- VETRI – focused on uplifting the Malaysian Indian community
- ELEVATE – focused on empowering Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)
Proposal Submission Methods
- Upskill Malaysia webpage: Online proposal submission prior to the event.
- Wisma HRD Corp: In-person proposal submission of hard copy documents prior to the event.
- PACE Launch: Physical proposal submission during the event for immediate evaluation and approval processing.
Important Info
- The session is open to all eligible and registered Training Providers.
- RSVP is mandatory.
- Participation is subject to eligibility and shortlist confirmation. Slots are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- By submitting the RSVP form, Training Providers confirm their intention to:
- Submit a training proposal before or during the event; and
- Bring the proposed trainees or participants to the session.
- Submission of the RSVP form does not guarantee participation.
- Only eligible and shortlisted Training Providers will receive an official confirmation email from HRD Corp prior to the event.
- Detailed proposal guidelines, templates, terms and conditions (T&C) and FAQs will be shared upon confirmation.
- Participation is subject to the total targeted number of trainees for the On-Site Approval session.
Participant Requirement
- Minimum: 25 participants
- Maximum: 50 participants
RSVP Registration
Training Providers interested in joining the On-Site Approval session may register via the RSVP link below:
