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Malaysia’s fresh grads have spoken. In 2026, they are seeking employers that show promise of long-term career development and work-life balance. 

They want jobs that are both meaningful and backed by a trustworthy organisation.

On top of that, company reputation has also become vital in a competitive talent market. This means the bigger the brand, the hotter the demand.

These criteria were revealed at the recent Graduates’ Choice Award (GCA) 2026 by Talentbank, along with a list of employers that graduates have named their most sought-after.

Graduates’ list of the best companies

These are your winners!  

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The selected employers included a variety of industries such as:
•    Financial services
•    Technology
•    FMCG
•    Healthcare
•    Telecommunications
•    Energy
•    Professional services
•    Digital platforms

A few of the winning employers also received special recognition for taking home champion 5 years in a row!

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Browse here for the full list of winners.

This is how the votes were tallied

Over 740,000 cumulative votes from students in 100+ universities nationwide were casted in what is the largest employer perception study in Malaysia’s graduate market.

The rankings reflected real student perceptions and preferences, with no judging panels involved. 

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Voting for GCA 2027 is now open!

GCA is a great reference point for career decisions and a guide to identifying attractive employers, so hurry to cast your votes for GCA 2027 @ www.graduateschoiceaward.com/vote.