How to Apply to Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)

Unlike the other IPTAs, USM has its own application process. If you’re a post-Matriculation/Asasi, STPM or Diploma student and want to continue your studies in USM, find out how to apply with our simple step-by-step guide.

Step 1: Buy a USM pin from BSN

• You can do it via ATM, online banking or SMS banking.
• You can get a list of all the BSN ATM branches here:
• For more info on how to apply for the pin number, click here.
• The USM pin number will cost RM40 per person.
• You will be given a Unique ID.

Step 2: Register

• Go to https://pohon.usm.my/ click on “Login Kali Pertama”. Key in your details and USM Pin and you will receive a reference number (no. rujukan).
• REMINDER: Remember your reference number. Print it out and keep it safe or write it down because you will need it if you forget your password.

Step 3: Login

• Login with your Reference Number and Password and apply for your course.
• Candidates from Matriculation/Asasi UiTM/PASUM and STPM students are allowed to apply for up to eight (8) courses.
• Candidates from Diploma or equivalent are allowed to apply for up to four (4) courses.
• You will not be offered any courses that you did not apply for.
• For a list of the courses offered at USM and their requirements, click this link.

Step 4: Apply

• Apply for the MALAYSIAN UNIVERSITY SELECTION INVENTORY (MUnSyI) Test. This is important. You are required to sit for this test to qualify for USM.
• For more information on MUnSyI, click here.

Deadline of Application: 4 April 2016

To know more about USM, 

click here.Good luck to all applicants!