PRS Tax Relief Malaysia 2026 — RM 3,000 Private Retirement Scheme Deduction, How to Claim (YA 2025)
PRS contributions give you a separate RM 3,000 tax relief — on top of EPF and life insurance. Most Malaysians who invest in PRS don't realise this relief is completely independent and can be stacked with EPF (RM 4,000) and life insurance (RM 3,000) for up to RM 10,000 in retirement-and-protection deductions alone. Here is the complete guide for your YA 2025 e-Filing.
Per taxpayer per year. Separate from EPF relief (RM 4,000) and life insurance relief (RM 3,000) — all three can be claimed simultaneously. Only contributions to SC-approved PRS funds qualify.
The Retirement Savings "Triple Dip" — RM 10,000 Combined
Many Malaysians know about EPF relief. Fewer know that PRS adds another RM 3,000 on top — completely separate. Combined with life insurance/takaful, you can claim RM 10,000 in deductions from just these three retirement and protection categories:
Which PRS Funds Qualify for Tax Relief?
Only funds approved by the Securities Commission (SC) of Malaysia qualify. As of 2026, the approved PRS providers are:
| PRS Provider | Fund Options | SC Approved |
|---|---|---|
| Principal Asset Management | Growth, Moderate, Conservative, Shariah | Yes |
| Public Mutual PRS | Plus Growth, Plus Moderate, Plus Conservative, Plus Islamic | Yes |
| Manulife Investment Management | PRS Plus series | Yes |
| AmFunds Management | AmPRS Growth, Moderate, Conservative | Yes |
| CIMB-Principal | PRS Plus series, CIMB Islamic PRS | Yes |
| Hong Leong Assurance | HLA PRS Growth, Conservative | Yes |
| Kenanga Investors | Kenanga OnePRS series | Yes |
| PMB Investment | PMB PRS Growth, Conservative | Yes |
| AIA | AIA PRS Plus series | Yes |
| Non-PRS unit trusts / REITs / stocks | Any non-PRS investment | No — does not qualify |
Verify your fund's SC approval at seccom.com.my → Regulation → Private Retirement Scheme. Contributions to non-approved investment funds — including regular unit trusts, REITs, stocks, and non-SC-registered savings products — do not qualify for this RM 3,000 PRS relief.
What Counts as a "Contribution" for Relief?
- Cash contributions you make directly to your PRS account
- Employer contributions on your behalf (if your employer contributes to your PRS, it counts toward your RM 3,000)
- Regular (auto-debit) monthly contributions set up with your provider
- One-time lump sum top-ups made at any time during 2025
- Investment returns, dividends, or fund appreciation (these do not increase your claimable amount)
- Transfers between PRS providers (not a new contribution)
- Contributions made in January 2026 (only 2025 contributions count for YA 2025)
PRS Sub-Account A and B — Withdrawal Rules
| Sub-Account | Allocation | Access Before Age 55 | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sub-Account A | 70% of contributions | Only for death, permanent disability, permanent departure from Malaysia | 8% charge if withdrawn outside approved reasons |
| Sub-Account B | 30% of contributions | Once per year, for any purpose (varies by provider) | No penalty on Sub-Account B withdrawals |
| Age 55+ | Full balance | Full withdrawal available penalty-free | None |
| Death or permanent disability | Full balance | Penalty-free withdrawal / estate distribution | None |
Sub-Account B's annual withdrawal option gives you limited flexibility — but the majority (70%) of your PRS money is locked until age 55 or qualifying life events. If you anticipate needing funds within the next 3–5 years, the 8% penalty on Sub-Account A may offset the RM 570 tax savings at 19% bracket. For medium-to-long-term retirement planning (10+ year horizon), PRS remains cost-effective.
How Much Tax Do You Save with RM 3,000 PRS Contribution?
Contributing RM 3,000 reduces your chargeable income by RM 3,000. The tax saved depends on your marginal tax bracket:
| Annual Income (approx.) | Marginal Bracket | Tax Saved on RM 3,000 PRS | Net PRS Cost After Relief |
|---|---|---|---|
| RM 35,000–RM 50,000 | 13% | RM 390 | RM 2,610 |
| RM 50,000–RM 70,000 | 21% | RM 630 | RM 2,370 |
| RM 70,000–RM 100,000 | 24% | RM 720 | RM 2,280 |
| RM 100,000–RM 250,000 | 24%–26% | RM 720–RM 780 | RM 2,220–RM 2,280 |
| RM 250,000+ | 28% | RM 840 | RM 2,160 |
At RM 250/month (RM 3,000/year), the true cost of contributing to PRS after tax savings is RM 190–215/month at most income levels. Your money is simultaneously growing in a diversified fund — making PRS one of the most tax-efficient voluntary retirement savings instruments in Malaysia.
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Download Tax Planner 2026 — RM 42How to Claim PRS Relief in e-Filing Form BE (Step-by-Step)
- Download your PRS annual statement. Log in to your PRS provider's portal or app (e.g., Principal PRS app, Public Mutual online, CIMB Clicks). Download the 2025 annual contribution statement — it shows total contributions made in calendar year 2025.
- Log in to MyTax at mytax.hasil.gov.my and open e-Filing Form BE for YA 2025.
- Navigate to Part F — Pelepasan dan Rebat (Reliefs and Rebates). Scroll down to find the retirement savings section.
- Find the PRS field. Look for the line labeled "Caruman kepada Skim Persaraan Swasta (PRS)" — this is a SEPARATE field from EPF. Do not enter PRS in the EPF field.
- Enter your contribution amount — up to RM 3,000. If you contributed more than RM 3,000 in 2025, enter RM 3,000 (the cap). The field will not accept amounts above the cap.
- Save your annual statement for 7 years. If LHDN audits your PRS claim, the annual statement from your provider is your proof of contribution.
- Submit Form BE. Verify the PRS relief has been applied in the relief summary before submitting.
PRS vs EPF — How They Work Together
| Feature | EPF (KWSP) | PRS |
|---|---|---|
| Mandatory? | Yes (for employees) | No — fully voluntary |
| Tax relief cap | RM 4,000/year | RM 3,000/year |
| Form BE field | Separate EPF field | Separate PRS field |
| Can claim both? | Yes — RM 7,000 combined retirement savings relief | |
| Withdrawal flexibility | Age 55 or approved purposes (medical, housing, education) | Age 55 penalty-free; Sub-B once/year; Sub-A = 8% penalty |
| Investment choice | Limited (EPF fund only, members choose from i-Invest) | Multiple SC-approved funds across 9+ providers |
| Employer matching | 13% employer + 11% employee (standard) | Optional — some employers offer PRS matching |
| Who benefits most | All employees automatically | Higher-income earners who want extra retirement savings + tax relief |
Common PRS Tax Relief Mistakes
| Mistake | Impact | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Entering PRS amount in the EPF relief field | EPF field capped at RM 4,000 — PRS gets lost or miscounted | Use the dedicated "Caruman PRS" field in Form BE Part F |
| Forgetting to claim PRS because "it's included in EPF" | Miss RM 3,000 deduction = RM 390–840 tax overpaid | PRS is always separate — always enter manually |
| Claiming PRS contributions made in January 2026 for YA 2025 | Only 2025 contributions count for YA 2025 | Check your annual statement dates carefully |
| Claiming employer PRS contributions separately AND personal contributions | Double-counting may trigger audit | Use the total figure from your PRS annual statement (includes both) |
| Entering PRS returns/dividends instead of contributions | Returns are not relief-eligible | Enter CONTRIBUTIONS ONLY from your annual statement |
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