The Government of Malaysia is now accepting applications for the 2025 MTCP Scholarships from interested and qualified candidates around the world.
The MTCP Scholarship 2025 is a fully funded opportunity that covers full tuition and provides a generous $9,516 annual living stipend for international students pursuing a Master’s degree in Malaysia.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Malaysia
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | $9,516 Living Stipend
- Deadline: June 13, 2025
Scholarship Details
The Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) Scholarship is a government initiative supporting international students from developing nations to pursue postgraduate studies in Malaysia.
The aim of the programme is to equip recipients with knowledge and skills that can contribute to the development of their home countries.
The award duration ranges from 24 to 36 months for a Master’s degree programme. The online application portal is open from May 12 to June 13, 2025.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the Government of Malaysia MTCP Scholarship 2025, applicants must:
- Be under the age of 45
- Hold a second-class upper honors with a minimum 3.50 GPA
- Have completed their previous degree(s) in English or provide proof of English proficiency through:
- IELTS – 6.0
- TOEFL iBT – 70
- Apply to study in eligible fields including:
- Science, Technology and Engineering (excluding nursing, medicine, and clinical pharmacy)
- Economics, Finance, Management and Banking
- Social Sciences and Humanities
- Information and Communication Technology
- International Relations and Political Science
- Agriculture and Aquaculture
- Education
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the Government of Malaysia MTCP Scholarship 2025 will receive:
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Annual living stipend worth $9,516
- Additional allowances including:
- House Rental Allowance
- Thesis Allowance
- Travel Allowance
- Medical Allowance
- Insurance Allowance
- One-off return economy-class airline ticket
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Completed Application Form
- Academic Transcripts
- Proof of English Language Proficiency
- Letters of Recommendation
How to Apply
To apply for the Government of Malaysia MTCP Scholarship 2025:
- First, apply for admission to an eligible Malaysian university
- Visit the scholarship application webpage
- Create an account and log in using your personal details
- Complete the application form and upload all required documents
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