GovernmentMalaysia
Malaysian International Scholarship (MIS)
Full tuition waiver + RM 1,500 monthly living allowance
Master'sDoctoral / PhD
Applications
Opens
4 Mar 2026
Deadline
3 Apr 2026
Application feeNo application fee
DurationMaster's and PhD programme duration
What you get
Full tuition fee coverage
Monthly living allowance of RM 1,500
Opportunity to study at selected Malaysian universities
Support for postgraduate education expenses
Who can apply7
Must currently study full-time at a Malaysian public university or selected private university with at least 2 semesters remaining.
Applicants must come from eligible MIS countries.
Age limit: Master’s → below 40, PhD → below 45
Master’s applicants should possess a CGPA of 3.0 or a Second Class Upper (Honours) degree or higher.
PhD applicants should possess a CGPA of 3.0 or excellent academic results at the Master’s level in a relevant field.
Research proposal with a minimum of 1,000 words is required for Master’s by Research and PhD applicants.
English proficiency required: IELTS 6.0+ or TOEFL 550+ or Previous education in English medium
How to apply6
1Check eligibility requirements and available study areas
2Prepare academic documents and research proposal if required
3Submit online MIS scholarship application
4Participate in selection process if required
5Wait for scholarship announcement
6Complete university admission and scholarship procedures
Good to know10
Must pursue a full-time postgraduate programme (Master’s or PhD) in Malaysia.
Scholarship is only valid at approved Malaysian universities.
Cannot change university or programme without official approval.
Must maintain good academic performance throughout studies.
Must follow Malaysian laws and university regulations.
Scholarship may be terminated for poor academic results, disciplinary issues and false information/documents
This scholarship can be suspended/terminated for poor discipline or academic performance.
Students must handle and pay for their own visa application & medical checkup..
Studies must be conducted physically in Malaysia (not online).
Working during the scholarship period usually requires university/government approval.
Good to know
Must pursue a full-time postgraduate programme (Master’s or PhD) in Malaysia.
Scholarship is only valid at approved Malaysian universities.
Cannot change university or programme without official approval.
Must maintain good academic performance throughout studies.
Must follow Malaysian laws and university regulations.
Scholarship may be terminated for poor academic results, disciplinary issues and false information/documents
This scholarship can be suspended/terminated for poor discipline or academic performance.
Students must handle and pay for their own visa application & medical checkup..
Studies must be conducted physically in Malaysia (not online).
Working during the scholarship period usually requires university/government approval.