The Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS) is a Malaysian government initiative that attracts talented minds from around the world to pursue postgraduate studies in Malaysia. Scholarships run parallel to Malaysia’s desire to attract, encourage, and retain talented human capital from abroad and to emerge as one of the world’s leading centres of academic excellence.

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International graduates with excellent academic and co-curricular backgrounds are welcome to apply for this scholarship to further their education in Malaysia’s leading universities and institutions of higher learning and Malaysia’s hospitality and globalisation. With opportunities to enjoy a quality higher education experience.

Features of the Malaysian International Scholarship MIS 2026-27:

Available Study Fields in the Malaysian International Scholarship MIS 2026-27:

Almost all academic fields are available under the Government of Malaysia Scholarship for Master’s & PhDs in Malaysia.

• Science and Engineering.
• Agriculture and Fisheries.
• Economics and Islamic Finance.
• Information and Communication Technology.
• Biotechnology.
• Biosecurity and Food Safety.
• Infrastructure and Utility.
• Environmental Studies.
• Health, not including nursing, medicine, or clinical pharmacy.

Note: Applicants may choose any related course within the areas mentioned above.

Financial Benefits of the Malaysian International Scholarship MIS 2026-27:

The Malaysian International Scholarship MIS 2026 in Malaysia is a fully funded scholarship. It will only cover the basic expenses given below.

• This scholarship will cover tuition fees.
• Monthly Living Allowance: RM 1,500.00 per month will be given.
• Successful applicants are expected to independently arrange their travel to Malaysia (non-financial provisions). Travel expenses will not be provided by the Government of Malaysia
• All applicants are highly advised to check the expected living expenses in Malaysia.

List of Universities for Malaysian International Scholarship MIS 2026-27:

Here is the list of universities that participated in the Malaysian International Scholarship MIS 2026 in Malaysia:

• 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)
• Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP)
• Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN)
• Multimedia University (MMU)
• International Centre for Education in Islamic Finance (INCEIF)

Eligible Countries for the Malaysian International Scholarship MIS 2026-27:

• ASEAN countries
• Morocco
• Commonwealth countries
• Palestine
• Afghanistan
• Qatar
• Algeria
• Saudi Arabia
• Azerbaijan
• Senegal
• China
• South Korea
• Egypt
• Syria
• Georgia
• Tajikistan
• Hong Kong
• Tunisia
• Iran
• Turkey
• Iraq
• Turkmenistan
• Jordan
• United Arab Emirates
• Kazakhstan
• Uzbekistan
• Libya
• Yemen

Eligibility Criteria for the Malaysian International Scholarship MIS 2026-27:

• Not more than 40 years for a master’s degree and 45 years of age for a PhD degree.
• For the master’s degree, applicants should obtain a minimum of a second class upper (honours) or a minimum CGPA of 3.5 at a bachelor’s degree.
• Ph.D. applicants should obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.5 or very good results at the master’s degree level in a similar field of intended Ph.D. study.
• A written proposal with a minimum of 1,000 words that is relevant to the field of study.
• Proof of English Language Proficiency, such as IELTS or TOEFL.

Document Requirements for the Malaysian International Scholarship MIS 2026-27:

All documents below are COMPULSORY and to be uploaded via online application (scanned and saved in PDF format):

• Application form.
• A certified copy of a passport as evidence of nationality (minimum of 6 months’ validity).
• A certified copy of the academic transcript.
  • A record of all the courses taken throughout the degree programmes must be reflected in the academic transcripts.
  • Applicants must submit transcripts of their undergraduate studies.
  • Applicants must submit an official document issued by the applicant’s university describing the university’s grade system. If an applicant’s transcript does not include information on CGPA, marks, or score percentile. Documents must be certified.
• A certified copy of English language proficiency.
• Letter of Recommendation from two (2) referees (e.g., lecturer, supervisor, or immediate superior, etc.)
• Endorsement form.
• Admission letter from Malaysia University (if applicable)
• Curriculum Vitae.
• Research Proposal.

How to Apply for the Malaysian International Scholarship MIS 2026-27:

There is an online application system to apply for the Malaysian International Scholarship MIS 2026 in Malaysia. Complete the online application form with all the required documents. The link to the official website is given below:

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