PeKa B40 Malaysia 2026: 6 Questions on Eligibility and Coverage
Written by the Klinik Sentosa JB team · Published 14 Sept 2026
PeKa B40 is a Ministry of Health initiative that connects eligible STR recipients aged 40 and above with health screening and selected follow-up support.
- Eligibility is automatic for Malaysian citizens aged 40 and above who receive Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR), as well as their registered spouses.
- PeKa B40 has four benefits: health screening, medical equipment assistance of up to RM20,000, a RM1,000 incentive for completing cancer treatment, and transport incentives.
- KKMNOW data displayed for 14 October 2025 showed that 23.64% of eligible participants in Johor had undergone PeKa B40 screening at least once.
Many Malaysians know the name PeKa B40 but are unsure what it actually covers. Questions often begin with eligibility: Does receiving STR mean a person is included? Is registration required? What happens after an eligibility check?
PeKa B40 is not a cash benefit that is claimed in the same way as STR. It is a national health programme with a defined process, specific benefit conditions and follow-up pathways. Understanding those boundaries matters, especially because completing the initial health screening is a condition for access to several later benefits.
Government programme notice: This program is initiated by Malaysia government.
Who is eligible for PeKa B40 in Malaysia in 2026?
PeKa B40 eligibility applies to Malaysian citizens aged 40 years and above who are Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) recipients, as well as their registered spouses. The official eligibility criteria are based on STR status, age and citizenship; being in a household commonly described as B40 does not by itself replace the STR requirement.
Eligibility can change when government assistance records are updated. For that reason, the most reliable starting point is the official PeKa B40 eligibility checker rather than relying on an older letter, previous-year status or information shared informally.
Is registration needed before using PeKa B40 benefits?
No separate enrolment is required for eligible recipients. ProtectHealth states that STR recipients and their registered spouses who are aged 40 and above are automatically eligible for PeKa B40, with no special registration needed.
Automatic eligibility does not mean every benefit is activated at once. The programme begins with an eligibility check and the initial health screening. That first benefit is the required gateway before a person may be considered for the medical equipment, cancer-treatment-completion or transport components.
Further reading: ProtectHealth’s PeKa B40 programme information
What does the PeKa B40 health screening include?
The PeKa B40 health screening includes a health and risk-factor history, mental health screening, a physical examination, blood tests and urine tests. The programme may also include a clinical breast examination for female recipients and a clinical prostate examination for male recipients when indicated.
ProtectHealth lists laboratory components including a full blood count, kidney profile with estimated glomerular filtration rate, HbA1c, random lipid profile and urine biochemistry. The official programme information states that recipients do not need to fast for these tests. The first visit is followed by a second visit to review laboratory results and discuss the next public-health or Ministry of Health pathway where needed.
Does PeKa B40 cover medicines or all follow-up care?
No. PeKa B40 does not cover every form of medical care, and the health screening benefit does not include treatment or medication costs. Where further care is needed after the screening process, the official programme information describes referral to Ministry of Health facilities or other appropriate follow-up pathways.
This distinction helps avoid a common misunderstanding: the scheme supports early health assessment and specific approved assistance, but it is not a general medical-payment card. Any later care, referrals or costs depend on the relevant facility, clinical assessment and the rules of the applicable programme.
What are the other three PeKa B40 benefits?
After the required health screening, PeKa B40 may provide three further forms of support for recipients who meet the relevant conditions: medical equipment assistance, an incentive for completing cancer treatment, and transport incentives. These benefits are conditional and are not automatic payments to every eligible recipient.
- Medical equipment assistance: up to RM20,000 in approved medical equipment value for eligible recipients receiving care in Ministry of Health hospitals.
- Incentive for completing cancer treatment: RM1,000, paid in two stages of RM300 and RM700 for eligible recipients completing treatment at Ministry of Health hospitals.
- Transport incentive: up to RM500 in Peninsular Malaysia, or up to RM1,000 in Sabah, Sarawak and Labuan, for eligible recipients of the relevant higher-level benefits.
Applications for these later benefits involve the responsible Ministry of Health care team or medical social-work process. They should not be treated as self-service claims.
How can eligible recipients find a PeKa B40 facility in Johor?
Eligible recipients should first confirm status through the official PeKa B40 eligibility checker, then use the official facility search to identify a participating Ministry of Health or registered private clinic. A MyKad is used for verification at the visit.
The latest publicly displayed KKMNOW dashboard data, dated 14 October 2025, recorded Johor’s PeKa B40 screening coverage at 23.64% of eligible participants. That figure is not an eligibility rate; it shows the share of eligible people in Johor who had completed screening at least once. It also highlights why checking eligibility is useful even for households that have not previously used the programme.
Further reading: KKMNOW PeKa B40 screening dashboard
What should a household prepare before checking PeKa B40 status?
Before checking PeKa B40 status, a household should confirm the STR recipient’s current details, the registered spouse information and access to the MyKad used for verification. The eligibility result should be checked through the official government-linked system because the programme depends on current STR records rather than assumptions about income category.
It is also useful to separate the four benefits in practical terms. The initial screening is the entry point. Medical equipment assistance, the incentive for completing cancer treatment and transport support have their own conditions and may involve Ministry of Health hospital processes. Knowing this sequence can prevent confusion when a person is eligible for PeKa B40 but not immediately eligible for every benefit.
A simple rule: confirm eligibility first, keep the MyKad available for verification, and complete the initial screening before expecting access to the programme’s later conditional benefits.
Further reading: Malaysia Government guidance on PeKa B40 eligibility and benefits
This article is for general information and health education only. It is not a diagnosis or medical advice. Please consult a registered medical practitioner regarding your individual health condition.