On National Education Day, Pramono Clears 2,026 Withheld Student Diplomas at School

Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung stated that this diploma clearing programme is one of the concrete steps by the regional government to expand educational access while reopening opportunities for residents who were previously hindered. “In the first phase of 2026, approximately 2,026 students from primary school, junior high, senior high, vocational high, and community learning centre levels will receive their diplomas. In collaboration with Baznas, the total budget is Rp3,953,712,300,” Pramono said at Jakarta City Hall on Monday (4/5/2026). Pramono emphasised that clearing diplomas is not merely about distributing administrative documents. According to him, diplomas play a crucial role as gateways to continuing education or entering the workforce. In addition, the administration has disbursed first-stage Jakarta Superior Student Card (KJMU) aid for 2026. A total of 15,825 university students received the aid, with a total budget of Rp142.4 billion. Pramono said the KJMU disbursement is part of the DKI Provincial Government’s commitment to expanding access to higher education for Jakarta residents. “The DKI Jakarta Government has disbursed the first stage of KJMU for 2026 to 15,825 students, valued at Rp142,425,000,000,” he revealed. He explained that the number of KJMU recipients is adjusted periodically. This is done due to dynamics among students, such as graduations, academic leaves, or failing to meet academic standards. “Adjustments are made because there are students who graduate, take academic leave, have below-standard academic grades, pass away, or receive KIP Kuliah,” he stated. On the same occasion, the DKI Jakarta Provincial Government farewelled hundreds of vocational high school (SMK) alumni to work abroad. A total of 561 graduates were sent to Japan, Malaysia, and Germany in the vocational workforce placement programme. Pramono said this programme is part of efforts to enhance the competitiveness of SMK graduates while opening global job opportunities. “We will continue to send and farewell SMK alumni to work abroad. This time to Japan, Malaysia, and Germany, carrying the good name of Jakarta and Indonesia through the spirit of ‘SMK Steps Up, Alumni Go Global’,” he said. He noted that the dispatched graduates have undergone training and selection processes, making them ready to compete in the international workforce. According to Pramono, this programme also proves that vocational education is no longer a second choice, but a strategic pathway to producing skilled workers. “Jakarta’s SMK students are not only ready to enter the workforce but are also capable of competing on the global stage,” he said. Meanwhile, Deputy Governor of DKI Jakarta Rano Karno advised the departing alumni to uphold the good name of the region and the nation. “Work honestly, with discipline, and keep learning. Show that you are not only skilled workers but also have good character,” Rano said.