KUALA LUMPUR (April 7): The Ministry of Finance (MOF) has refuted claims that the public can apply for an increase in the subsidised fuel quota under the Budi95 fuel subsidy scheme.

In a statement, the ministry clarified that while an application function for additional quota did exist when Budi95 was first introduced, it was not intended for general use or personal requests.

The 200-litre fuel limit implemented by the government still stands, said the ministry, adding that the application button has now been disabled.

The MOF said the feature was originally designed for specific cases involving verified operational needs, such as e-hailing drivers and boat owners, and subject to set eligibility criteria.

The measures were introduced amid continued volatility in global energy markets, which has increased subsidy costs and required more prudent fiscal management across industries, says the finance ministry.

Its data estimates have shown that the 200-litre cap is sufficient for 90% of Budi95 users.

“At the subsidised price of RM1.99 per litre, users can purchase Ron95 up to RM398 per month, with the government bearing around RM500 in subsidy per recipient,” said the MOF.

The ministry added that it will continue to safeguard Malaysians and curb leakages, as it continues to closely monitor global energy markets and make necessary adjustments where appropriate.