Program Overview
The Malaysian Government MTCP Scholarship 2025 is a fully funded scholarship for international students to pursue a Master’s degree at public universities in Malaysia. It covers full tuition fees, a monthly allowance, return airfare, health insurance, and accommodation. Applications are open to all nationalities until 13 June 2025.
Benefits & Financial Coverage & Eligibility & Admission Criteria
Short Description:
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Host Country: Malaysia
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Donor: Malaysian Government (MTCP)
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Host Universities: Public universities in Malaysia
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Academic Level: Master’s degree
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Eligible Nationalities: All countries
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Deadline: June 13, 2025
Available Universities to Apply:
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Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
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Universiti Sains Malaysia
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Universiti Putra Malaysia
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Universiti Malaya
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Universiti Teknologi Mara
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Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia
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Universiti Utara Malaysia
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Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
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Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia
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Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka
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Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia
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Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris
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Universiti Malaysia Terengganu
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Universiti Malaysia Sabah
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Universiti Malaysia Pahang
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Universiti Malaysia Sarawak
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Universiti Malaysia Perlis
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Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin
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Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia
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Universiti Malaysia Kelantan
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Universiti Teknologi Petronas
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Universiti Tenaga Nasional
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Multimedia University
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International Centre for Education in Islamic Finance
Available Fields of Study:
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Education and Teacher Training
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Arts and Humanities
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Social Sciences, Journalism, and Media
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Business, Administration, and Law
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Natural Sciences, Mathematics, and Statistics
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Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
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Engineering, Manufacturing, and Construction
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Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries, and Veterinary
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Health and Welfare (Excludes Medicine, Nursing, and Pharmacy)
Funding and Benefits:
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Full tuition fees
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Monthly allowance of 5,003 MYR
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One-time return economy-class airfare from the nearest international airport to Malaysia and back to the student's home country
Eligibility Criteria:
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Not older than 45 years at the time of application
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Good academic background
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Proficiency in English
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Minimum CGPA of 3.5 out of 4 or equivalent to Second Upper Class Honors in Bachelor's
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Proof of admission or registration at a Malaysian university (maximum 1 semester)
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Commitment to full-time Master’s program
Required Documents:
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Completed scholarship application form in English
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Personal photo
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Copy of passport
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Graduation certificate and academic transcript of the latest degree obtained
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Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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Two recommendation letters using the official form:
Recommendation Form (MTCP) -
Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, or English-medium education)
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Admission letter from a Malaysian university
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Medical report using the official form:
Medical Report Form (MTCP)
How to Apply:
Apply by filling out the online application form in English and uploading all the required documents.