AI Untuk Rakyat is one of the easiest ways for Malaysians to start learning about artificial intelligence, and it has just become more rewarding for young people. Under the latest phase of the programme, Malaysians aged 18 to 30 who complete six online modules can receive a free three-month subscription to selected AI applications.
Whether you are a student, a fresh graduate or a young worker wondering how AI might change your job, here are six things to know before you sign up.
AI Untuk Rakyat: Where It Started
AI Untuk Rakyat first launched on 16 January 2024 as a free, self-paced online course introducing the basics of AI. It was developed by the Malaysia Centre for Fourth Industrial Revolution, hosted by MyDIGITAL Corporation under the Digital Ministry, with Intel as technology partner.
1. More Than a Million Malaysians Have Already Taken Part
The first version of AI Untuk Rakyat proved hugely popular. According to MyDIGITAL, more than one million Malaysians completed the course within about six months of its launch. The original course had two modules, AI Aware and AI Appreciate, with a digital badge for each one completed.
2. It Was Built for Everyone
From the start, the course was designed to be inclusive. Content was offered in Bahasa Malaysia, English, Tamil and Mandarin, worked with talkback apps for visually impaired users, and could be accessed by rural communities through NADI centres across the country.
3. A New Phase for Young Malaysians
At the end of August 2026, AI Untuk Rakyat expanded with a new track aimed at youth. As reported by Malay Mail, the phase targets 100,000 Malaysians aged 18 to 30 by 2027 and is delivered through the Rakyat Digital portal, a Digital Ministry initiative led by MyDIGITAL Corporation.
4. Six Modules to Complete
To qualify for the reward, participants must complete and pass all six designated modules:
- AI Nation 2030: The Madani Approach
- CYBERSAFE for the People
- Generative AI
- AI Security
- Agentic AI for All
- Cloud for the People
Together, they cover the basics of how AI works, how to use generative and agentic AI tools, and how to stay safe online and protect data, skills that are useful in almost any career.
5. Free AI Tools for Three Months
Those who pass all six modules receive a free three-month subscription to selected AI applications and software. The first batch of tools announced included YTL AI Labs’ IlmuChat, Alibaba’s Wonderclip, MuleRun and Google’s Gemini Enterprise, with more tools from other technology companies to be added in phases.
Digital Ministry secretary-general Datuk Fabian Bigar said: “Through this initiative, we want to ensure the benefits of AI can be felt more widely and inclusively.”
6. Signing Up Is Simple
Registration is done online through the Rakyat Digital portal. Business Today reported that enrolment is free, and the reward is only given after successful completion of the training, so plan your time to work through each module properly.
A few practical tips:
- Set aside short, regular study sessions rather than trying to finish everything in one sitting.
- Try what you learn on real tasks, such as summarising notes, planning a project or drafting a résumé.
- Use the three-month subscription period to build a small portfolio of AI-assisted work you can show employers.
Why It Is Worth Your Time
AI skills are quickly becoming part of everyday work, from marketing and customer service to engineering and design. A free, structured course like AI Untuk Rakyat, backed by the government, lowers the barrier to getting started, while hands-on access to AI tools turns theory into practice. For young Malaysians entering a changing job market, a few weeks of learning now could open doors later.
To register and view the latest modules and tools, visit the Rakyat Digital official website.
