The Open Registration System (ORS) is a computerized system used as a mechanism to distribute low-cost houses to eligible applicants by registering and assessing applications.

The ORS is widely used by each State Government (except Sarawak).

The ORS is based on three (3) main points, which are continuously open registration, merit-based assessment, and just computerized selection of eligible applicants.

The criteria in applying low-cost houses are as follows:

(i)

Citizen of Malaysia aged 18 and above;

(ii)

Household income not exceeding RM2,500;

(iii)

Not owning a house; and

(iv)

Application through the ORS.

Application through the ORS can be done by filling up the ORS form which can be obtained at:

(i)

Any District Office;

(ii)

The Housing Division under any State Secretary Office;

(iii)

Selangor or Melaka Housing Board;

(iv)

The Ministry of Local Government and Housing of Sabah

The ORS form can be viewed here.