1. Eligibility
Under Fasal 4 of the PAOUM Constitution, Ordinary membership is open to former students of Open University Malaysia who are Malaysian citizens, aged 18 or above and living in Malaysia, of any race, gender or religion. Lifetime membership is open to Ordinary members who pay the fee in one lump sum.
2. Application
Applications are considered by the PAOUM Committee, which may reject any application at its discretion. An applicant becomes a member once the application is approved and the entrance fee and first fee are paid.
3. Membership fees
Ordinary membership (Ahli Biasa) costs RM10 on joining — a RM5 entrance fee plus a RM5 annual fee — and renews at RM5 per year, payable within 7 days of the start of each year. Lifetime membership (Ahli Seumur Hidup) costs RM15 once — a RM5 entrance fee plus a RM10 lifetime fee, paid with the application.
4. Payment
Pay to PAOUM, Bank Muamalat account 12140001136719, using the reference “Pendaftaran Ahli”. Registration is processed only after payment is received. All payments are subject to the Refund Policy.
5. Unpaid annual fees
A member with fees unpaid for more than two years will receive a reminder and lose membership privileges until the arrears are settled. A member with arrears exceeding three years' fees automatically ceases to be a member.
6. Resignation, suspension and termination
Members may resign by giving the Secretary two weeks' written notice and settling any outstanding dues. The Committee may suspend or terminate a member who breaches the Constitution or damages the good name of PAOUM, after giving written reasons and a chance to respond, as set out in Fasal 5.
7. Accuracy of information
Members must provide true and current information and update their details when they change.
8. Portal use
You are responsible for keeping your portal login secure. PAOUM is not liable for losses caused by unauthorised use of your account.
9. Governing law
These terms are governed by the laws of Malaysia. Where they conflict with the PAOUM Constitution, the Constitution prevails.
Last updated: [DD Month 2026]