The Broadband-Only Scheme
Broadband-Only Scheme
The Broadband-Only scheme offers broadband access, at a subsidised rate, to households that already own computers but are unable to afford broadband subscriptions. Successful applicants will only pay $1.50 per month for 36 months and will receive 1 Mbps of unlimited broadband access. In addition, they will also receive a broadband device and internet filtering service.
To apply, the applicant must meet the following criteria:
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Be a Singapore citizen and a full-time student (aged 25 and below) in a Government/Government-Aided School, Junior College, Centralised Institute, Independent School, Specialised Independent School, Specialised School, Institute of Technical Education, Polytechnic or MOE-funded Special Education School.
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Own a computer but did not subscribe to any broadband service at home
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The gross monthly household income or per capita income must not exceed $1800 or $500 respectively
Each eligible household can only apply for one broadband service, regardless of the total number of school-going children.
Broadband Selection
Broadband Option
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ADSL (SingTel)
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Mobile (M1)
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1 Mbps unlimited broadband usage
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Internet Filtering Service
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1-Year warranty of broadband device by manufacturer
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Download speed
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Up to 1Mbps
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Up to 1Mbps
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Upload speed
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Up to 256kbps
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Up to 384kbps
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Customer service hotline
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1688
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1622
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