The Malaysia International Scholarship 2026 (MIS Scholarship) is now open for international students who wish to pursue postgraduate studies in Malaysia. This prestigious scholarship is funded by the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia to attract talented graduates from around the world to study at top Malaysian universities.
The scholarship supports students who want to pursue Master’s or PhD degrees in Malaysia through full-time study programs. The program aims to promote Malaysia as a global centre for academic excellence while providing opportunities for outstanding students to continue their education in a multicultural environment.
The MIS scholarship covers tuition fees and provides a monthly living allowance to help scholars focus on their academic research and studies while living in Malaysia.
Financial Benefits
The MIS Scholarship Covers:
- Full tuition fees paid directly to the university
- Monthly living allowance of RM 1,500
- Financial support provided throughout the scholarship duration
Eligibility Criteria for Malaysia International Scholarship 2026
- Applicants must be citizens of the eligible MIS recipient countries.
- Applicants must intend to pursue full-time postgraduate studies (Master’s or PhD) in Malaysia.
- Applicants currently studying in Malaysian universities may apply if they have at least two semesters remaining.
- Applicants must not be older than 40 years for Master’s degree programs.
- Applicants must not be older than 45 years for PhD programs.
- Master’s applicants must have a minimum CGPA of 3.00 or Second Class Upper (Honours) at Bachelor’s level.
- PhD applicants must have a minimum CGPA of 3.00 or excellent academic results in their Master’s degree.
- Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency.
English Language Requirement
Applicants must meet one of the following English language requirements:
- IELTS score of 6.0 or higher
- TOEFL score of 550 or higher (paper-based test)
- Proof that the previous degree was taught in English (official declaration required)
Required Documents
- Certified copy of passport (valid for at least 6 months)
- Academic transcripts
- Certified explanation of the grading system if CGPA is not shown
- English proficiency test results (IELTS/TOEFL) or proof of English medium instruction
- Two recommendation letters
- Admission letter from a Malaysian university (if available)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Research proposal (minimum 1,000 words for Master’s by Research and PhD applicants)
Areas of Study
- Education
- Arts and Humanities
- Social Sciences, Journalism, and Information
- Business, Administration and Law
- Natural Sciences, Mathematics, and Statistics
- Information and Communication Technologies
- Engineering, Manufacturing, and Construction
- Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries, and Veterinary
- Health and Welfare (not including medicine, nursing, and pharmacy)
Selection Criteria
Applications will be evaluated based on:
- Strong English communication skills
- Outstanding academic performance
- Co-curricular achievements
- Quality and relevance of the research proposal
- Contribution of research to technology development and human well-being
List of Universities Eligible for MIS 2026
The following universities are supported under the MIS Scholarship:
Public Universities
- Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)
- Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
- Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
- Universiti Malaya (UM)
- Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM)
- Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia (UIAM/IIUM)
- Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM)
- Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)
- Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM)
- Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (UTEM)
- Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM)
- Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI)
- Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT)
- Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS)
- Universiti Malaysia Pahang (UMP)
- Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)
- Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UNIMAP)
- Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UNISZA)
- Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM)
- Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK)
Private Universities
- Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP)
- Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN)
- Multimedia University (MMU)
- INCEIF University (INCEIF)
Eligible Countries for MIS Scholarship 2026
Candidates from the following countries/regions can apply for the Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS) 2026:
ASEAN Countries
- Brunei Darussalam
- Cambodia
- Indonesia
- Lao PDR
- Myanmar
- Philippines
- Singapore
- Thailand
- Vietnam
Commonwealth Countries (CPA Regions)
- Africa
- Asia
- Australia
- British Islands & Mediterranean
- Canada
- The Caribbean, Americas & The Atlantic
- India
- The Pacific
Other Eligible Countries
- Afghanistan
- Albania
- Algeria
- Azerbaijan
- Bahrain
- Brazil
- Chile
- China
- Egypt
- Georgia
- Hong Kong
- Hungary
- Iran
- Iraq
- Japan
- Jordan
- Kazakhstan
- Kosovo
- Kuwait
- Kyrgyzstan
- Libya
- Morocco
- Palestine
- Qatar
- Russia
- Saudi Arabia
- Senegal
- Serbia
- South Korea
- Sudan
- Syria
- Tajikistan
- Timor-Leste
- Tunisia
- Turkiye
- Turkmenistan
- United Arab Emirates
- Uzbekistan
- Yemen
How to Apply
Applications for the Malaysia International Scholarship must be submitted online through the official MIS portal.
Application Portal: https://biasiswa.mohe.gov.my/INTER/index.php
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS) 2026?
What degree programs are supported under MIS?
What financial benefits are provided under MIS 2026?
The scholarship covers tuition fees and provides a monthly allowance of RM 1,500 to support living expenses.
Who can apply for MIS 2026?
Graduates from eligible countries who wish to pursue full-time postgraduate studies in Malaysia can apply.
What is the age limit for MIS applicants?
Applicants must be under 40 years old for Master’s programs and under 45 years old for PhD programs.
Is English proficiency required for MIS?
Yes. Applicants must submit IELTS, TOEFL, or proof that their previous degree was taught in English.
Do applicants need a research proposal?
Yes. A research proposal of at least 1,000 words is required for Master’s by Research and PhD applicants.
Can students already studying in Malaysia apply?
What documents are required for the MIS application?
Applicants must submit passport copies, transcripts, English test results, recommendation letters, CV, and a research proposal if required.
Where can I apply for the MIS scholarship?
You can apply through the official MIS application portal provided by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education.
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