by The Malaysian Government is offering the Malaysian Technical Cooperation Program (MTCP) Scholarship for international students from any part of the world to study for Masters and PhD degree in Malaysian public and private Universities, 2025/2026.
About The Scholarship:
Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS) is an initiative by the Malaysian Government to attract brilliant minds from around the world to pursue postgraduate studies in Malaysia. This scholarship is parallel with Malaysia’s aspiration to emerge as one of the global centres of academic excellence by attracting, motivating and retaining talented human capital from abroad.
The Malaysian Technical Cooperation Program (MTCP) was established in 1980 as Malaysia’s commitment to South-South Cooperation by sharing Malaysia’s development experiences and expertise with other developing countries.
The Malaysian Technical Cooperation Program (MTCP) 2025/2026 Scholarship is sponsored by the Malaysian government and dedicated to international students from developing countries to pursue their postgraduate studies in Malaysia, whilst at the same time acquire the necessary knowledge and skills that could contribute to the development of their country. The duration of the award is between 24 to 36 months for Master’s Degree Programme.
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Type:
Masters degree
Eligible Countries:
All Countries
To be taken at:
Public and Private Universities in Malaysia
Accepted Subject Areas?
Field of studies is in the following priority areas:
- Candidates may choose any related course within the field/areas mentioned below
AREAS OF STUDY:
Priority will be given to the following areas of study:
- Artificial Intelligence (AI);
- Cyber Security;
- Digital Transformation;
- Economy;
- Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), Science, Technology;
- Food Security;
- Islamic Finance;
- Law;
- Public Administration and Policy Studies; and
- Sustainable and Environmental Science.
MTCP Scholarship Requirements
Selection Criteria:
Applications will be considered according to the following selection criteria:-
- High-level academic achievement
- The quality of the research proposal and its potential contribution towards advancing technology and human well-being.
- Excellent communication, writing, and reading skills in English Language
Eligibility:
Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) Scholarship applicants must COMPLY to the following criteria:
- Not more than 45 years old at the time of application.
- For Master’s Degree Program, applicants should obtain a minimum of Second Class Upper (Honours) or a minimum CGPA of 3.0 at Undergraduate Degree level.
- Proof of English Language Proficiency:
- Scanned copy of the original proof of English Language Proficiency such as IELTS (minimum total score 6.0); or TOEFL paper-based test with a score of 500 or an internet-based test with a score of 60; or
- Applicants obtaining Degrees with English as medium of instruction may also be accepted (evidence is a prerequisite).
- Has an excellent level of health certified by a doctor/physician. The applicant shall fully bear the cost of the medical check-up.
- Scholars must undertake full-time study for postgraduate programs at the selected Higher Learning Institutions (Please refer List of Universities).
- Applications are only open to candidates who have received offer letters from universities in Malaysia but have not yet started their studies or those who have registered for no more than one semester for a Master’s Degree.
How Many Scholarships are available?
Several
What are the benefits of MTCP Scholarship?
MTCP Scholarship covers:
- Tuition fees for the whole sponsorship period will be paid directly to the university upon issuance of invoice by the university;
- Monthly allowance of RM3,500.00 per month will be paid directly to your Malaysian bank account; and
- One-off return economy class airline ticket from the student’s closest international airport to Malaysia and back to the student’s home country.
Method of Payment: As stated above, participants will receive allowances and other benefits from the Scholarship Division, Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia, through their individual savings accounts. Students are advised to open a Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad account.
How long will sponsorship last?
For the duration of the programme of study
When is MTCP Scholarship 2025 Deadline?
Application Deadline: 18th June 2025
Visit Scholarship webpage for more details.
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