MTCP Scholarships 2025 for International Students in Malaysia

Job Detail

  • Scholarship ID  290
  • Language Requirement   IELTS/TOEFL
  • Eligible Region/Countries   International Nations
  • Funding Type   Fully funded
  • Field of study   Several
  • Gender  Male/Female
  • Academic Level  Masters
  • Deadlines  1739318400

Opportunity Description

Are you a student seeking master’s scholarship opportunities? If so, the MTCP Scholarships could be a remarkable chance for you. These scholarships in Malaysia are currently accepting applications and invite all international students from developing nations. These scholarships offer a life-changing academic chance for chosen students to continue their higher education at leading universities in Malaysia. The MTCP Malaysian Scholarships will be organized by several leading institutions in Malaysia and provide a diverse array of academic disciplines.

The Malaysian government sponsors the MTCP Scholarship, which is aimed at international students from developing nations to undertake their postgraduate education. Through these scholarships, candidates will gain the essential knowledge and skills that may aid in the advancement of their country. Chosen candidates will pursue master’s degree programs and will select from various fields of study they prefer, with the award lasting between 24 to 36 months.

This scholarship initiative is fully financed, covering complete tuition fees to the university, a monthly allowance of RM3,500 credited to a Malaysian bank account, and a one-time return economy airfare from the nearest international airport to Malaysia and back. If you seek a fully-funded master’s scholarship program, now is the ideal moment to submit your application for this funding opportunity.

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Scholarship Key Information

Location: Malaysia

Institution: Various universities (see list)

Provided by: Government of Malaysia

Funding Category: Completely Funded

Study Level: Master’s degrees

Award Duration: 24-36 months

Qualifying Gender: Male/female

Qualified Candidates: Developing countries

Application Begin: May 12, 2025

Application Deadline: June 13, 2025

List of Eligible Nations for this scholarship

  • Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Angola, Antigua & Barbuda, Argentina, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belize, Benin, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, British Virgin Islands, Brunei Darussalam, Burkina Faso, Cabo Verde, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cayman Islands, Central African Republic, Chile, China, Colombia, Comoros, Cook Islands, Costa Rica, Cote D`Ivoire, Croatia, Cuba, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eretria, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Ghana, Grenada, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Guyana, Haiti, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Jamaica, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kuwait, Kyrgyz Republic, Lao PDR, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Maldives, Mali, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia, Mongolia, Montserrat, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nauru, Nepal, Niger, Nigeria, Niue, Oman, Pakistan, Palau, Palestine, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Qatar, Rwanda, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sri Lanka, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent & The Grenadines, Sudan, Suriname, Syria, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Togo, Tonga, Trinidad & Tobago, Tunisia, Turkiye, Turkmenistan, Turks & Caicos Islands, Tuvalu, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, Ukraine, Uruguay, Vietnam, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Uzbekistan,
  • Vanuatu, Venezuela.

List of Academic fields offered through MTCP Scholarships 2025

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Economy
  • Engineering, Science, Technology, and Mathematics (STEM)
  • Food Security
  • Islamic Finance
  • Law
  • Public Administration and Policy Studies
  • Sustainable and Environmental Science
  • Cyber Security
  • Digital Transformation

Note: Nursing, Medicine, and Clinical Pharmacy courses are not applicable under this scholarship.

Financial Advantages of MTCP Scholarship

  • Full Tuition Costs: The scholarship completely funds tuition costs for the whole sponsorship duration, paid straight to the university after an official invoice is issued.
  • Monthly Expenses: A monthly stipend of RM3,500.00 will be allocated and transferred into the scholar’s Malaysian bank account to assist with living costs including accommodation, meals, and transportation.
  • Return Flight Cost: A round-trip economy class ticket is provided, encompassing travel from the scholar’s closest international airport to Malaysia and back home once the program concludes.
  • Immediate Payments: Payments are made directly, tuition to the university and the stipend to the scholar’s bank account, ensuring a streamlined and clear process.

MTCP Scholarships 2025 Eligibility Requirements

  • This scholarship is available to all international students from the developing countries mentioned above.
  • Applicants should not exceed 45 years of age when applying.
  • Applicants must possess at least a Second Class Upper (Honours) or a CGPA of no less than 3.0 or an equivalent qualification at the undergraduate level;
  • Applicants must submit evidence of English Language Proficiency, such as a scanned copy of their IELTS (minimum score of 6) or TOEFL (minimum score of 60), or documentation of prior degree(s) where English was the medium of instruction.
  • Applicants need to possess a high standard of health, validated by a medical professional.

Document Requirements

  • Valid Passport
  • Official Transcripts and Certificate
  • English test or proof
  • CV
  • Medical form
  • 2 Recommendation letters
  • University offer letter

How to Apply

  1. Fill out the online application form with precise and current details as specified by the scholarship program.
  2. Make sure to upload all required documents, such as your passport, transcripts, English proficiency proof, recommendation letters, and medical report, in PDF format according to the given guidelines.
  3. Frequently monitor the application portal for information regarding your submission and follow the status of your application.
  4. Once you’ve submitted your application, wait patiently for the official announcement of those chosen. Make sure to monitor the portal or any messages related to the selection process.

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Additional information can be found on the official site.

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