Persatuan Bekas Penuntut Sekolah Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Ipoh or STAROBA is a registered society with Registry of Societies of Malaysia. Staroba was registered in 1961 with its main aim as an avenue for alumni of STAR, Ipoh to gather and re-connect to create supporting and cooperative environment for its members.

On top pf that, STAROBA provides an opportunity for its members to contribute back to their beloved alma mater in a more collective and structured manner.