What is the Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS)?

The MIS is a Government of Malaysia award open to international students for Master's and PhD programmes at Malaysian public and selected private universities. It covers full tuition, RM 1,500–1,800 monthly stipend, return airfare, medical insurance and a thesis allowance.

How can I get a scholarship to study in Malaysia?

Apply directly to the university along with your admission, or through government schemes like MIS. Most merit scholarships are awarded based on Class 12 or undergraduate marks (typically 80%+). We pre-check eligibility, file paperwork and prep students for any required interviews or tests at no charge.

Are Malaysia scholarships available for undergraduate students?

Yes. Universities like Taylor's, APU, Sunway, UCSI, INTI, MMU and Heriot-Watt offer merit scholarships from 10% to 100% for undergraduate students with strong Class 12 results. Some are automatic on offer; others require a separate application.

When should I apply for Malaysian scholarships?

Apply 4–6 months before your intended intake. The MIS opens once a year (April–May for September intake). University scholarships are usually awarded with admission decisions on a rolling basis.

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Scholarships in Malaysia for International Students 2026

Malaysia offers some of the most accessible scholarships in Asia for international students — including fully-funded government awards and university merit scholarships covering 10% to 100% of tuition. Here's the complete 2026 scholarship landscape, with eligibility, deadlines and our free application support.

Government scholarships in Malaysia

Scholarship	Level	Coverage
Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS)	Master's, PhD	Full tuition + stipend + airfare
Commonwealth Scholarship Malaysia	Master's, PhD	Full tuition + living
ASEAN Scholarship	UG, PG	Full tuition + stipend
MTCP (technical cooperation)	Short courses, PG	Full funding

University merit scholarships

Taylor's Excellence Scholarship — up to 100% tuition for top scorers.
APU Merit Scholarship — 10–100% based on Class 12 marks.
Sunway Jeffrey Cheah Scholarship — 25–100% tuition.
UCSI Trust Scholarship — partial to full tuition.
Monash Malaysia High Achiever Award — 5–25%.
INTI Vice-Chancellor's Award — up to 100%.

Eligibility checklist

Most merit scholarships require 80%+ in Class 12 (or equivalent), English proficiency (IELTS 6.0+ or MUET Band 4, often waived for Indian students), and a clear statement of purpose. Government scholarships add age limits (typically under 35 for Master's, under 40 for PhD), a strong research proposal, and country quotas.

How to apply for scholarships in Malaysia

Shortlist 3–5 universities and confirm intended intake.
Submit university applications with marksheets and SOP.
Apply for university scholarships at the time of admission.
Apply separately for MIS or Commonwealth (online portal).
Attend interview / scholarship test if shortlisted.
Accept offer and proceed with EMGS visa.

Education loans for Malaysia

Indian banks like HDFC Credila, Axis Bank, Avanse and ICICI offer education loans of up to INR 50 lakh for studies in Malaysia, often with no collateral required up to INR 7.5 lakh. We connect students with pre-approved loan partners offering competitive rates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. The Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS) by the Government of Malaysia covers full tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and airfare for postgraduate study. Several private universities also offer 100% tuition waiver scholarships based on academic merit.