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Trainee Recruitment 2026
Cohort 1 ยท Late April 2026

Korea-ASEAN Digital Innovation Flagship (KADIF)

Call for Application

KADA Malaysia Track2026โ€“2027

AI Enabled Full Stack Development Bootcamp

A fully sponsored digital talent development programme executed by Garranto Academy in collaboration with Ablearn (South Korea), supported by NIPA & MDEC.

โœ… No Tuition Fee๐ŸŽ“ 4 Cohorts ยท Apr 2026 โ€“ Apr 2027๐Ÿค– AI + Full Stack Curriculum
Application Deadline: April 20, 2026
Students participating in KADA AI-enabled full-stack development bootcamp training at Garranto Academy Malaysia
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KADA

Malaysia Track 2026

100% Free

About the Programme

What is Project KADA?

Korea-ASEAN Digital Academy (KADA)

Project KADA is a digital talent development initiative spearheaded by NIPA (National IT Industry Promotion Agency of South Korea) in collaboration with ASEAN partners. It is part of the broader Korea-ASEAN Digital Innovation Flagship (KADIF) project, designed to narrow the digital skills gap across the ASEAN region.

Programme Objectives

  • โ–ธ Develop AI, Big Data, and Software Engineering talent
  • โ–ธ Strengthen digital innovation capabilities across ASEAN
  • โ–ธ Expand AI and software talent pipelines in Malaysia
  • โ–ธ Support employment and job creation in the digital economy

Garranto as Local Operating Agency (LOA)

For the 2026โ€“2027 programme cycle, Garranto Academy has been selected as the Local Operating Agency (LOA) responsible for executing the KADA Malaysia Track. Garranto will conduct 4 training cohorts between April 2026 and April 2027, in collaboration with Ablearn (South Korea) and supported by MDEC (Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation).

Eligibility Criteria

  • โ–ธ Fresh graduates from IT or related disciplines
  • โ–ธ Final-year university students in relevant fields
  • โ–ธ No tuition fee required โ€” fully sponsored
  • โ–ธ Selection via pre-training assessment (1 week before cohort starts)

Training Journey

Program Flow

From application to career placement โ€” here is what your journey looks like.

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Step 01

Trainee Registration

Submit your application online through the official registration portal.

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Step 02

Pre-Training Assessment

Complete a skills assessment conducted one week before training begins.

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Step 03

Candidate Selection

Shortlisted candidates are notified and onboarded for the programme.

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Step 04

Online E-Learning Phase

Self-paced online modules covering core AI and full-stack concepts.

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Step 05

Instructor-Led Training

Intensive offline bootcamp sessions led by expert trainers from Korea and Malaysia.

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Step 06

Career Support & Placement

Career mentorship, portfolio reviews, and job placement assistance.

Why Join

Training Features & Benefits

Everything you need to launch your career in AI and software engineering โ€” at no cost to you.

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Fully Sponsored Training

100% funded by NIPA under KADIF. No tuition fee required.

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AI-Enabled Full Stack Curriculum

Comprehensive curriculum integrating AI, Big Data, and modern full-stack development.

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Industry-Aligned Curriculum

Designed in collaboration with Korean and Malaysian tech industry practitioners.

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Expert Trainers

Learn from certified trainers from South Korea and experienced Malaysia-based instructors.

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Hands-On Projects

Build real-world applications and a professional portfolio during training.

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Career Mentorship

One-on-one mentorship and guidance from industry professionals throughout the programme.

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Placement Support

Dedicated career support connecting graduates with employment opportunities in the tech sector.

Programme Timeline

Upcoming Cohorts 2026โ€“2027

Four training cohorts are scheduled under the KADA Malaysia Track. Secure your seat early โ€” places are limited.

CohortIntake PeriodApplication DeadlineDurationModeStatusAction
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Cohort 1

First intake

Late April 2026April 20, 20263 MonthsHybrid (KL)Applications OpenApply Now
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Cohort 2

Second intake

July 2026June 30, 20263 MonthsHybrid (KL)Opening SoonOpen Soon
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Cohort 3

Third intake

October 2026September 30, 20263 MonthsHybrid (KL)Opening SoonOpen Soon
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Cohort 4

Final intake

January 2027December 31, 20263 MonthsHybrid (KL)Opening SoonOpen Soon

* Exact dates are subject to confirmation. Applications for Cohorts 2โ€“4 will open progressively.Contact us to register your interest early.

Limited Seats Available

Start Your Career in AI & Software Engineering

Join the KADA Malaysia Track 2026โ€“2027 โ€” a fully sponsored bootcamp programme giving you the skills, mentorship, and placement support to break into the digital economy.

First cohort begins late April 2026 ยท No tuition fee required

Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Get In Touch

Contact Us

Have questions about the programme? Reach out to our support team.

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Office

Garranto Academy,
EDUCITY ISKANDAR 79200
JOHOR BAHRU, JOHOR, MALAYSIA