1. Science and Engineering
2. Agriculture and Fisheries
3. Economics and Islamic Finance
4. Information and Communication Technology
5. Biotechnology
6. Biosecurity and Food Safety
7. Infrastructure and Utility
8. Environmental Studies
9. Health not including nursing, medicine, clinical pharmacy.

1. Not be more than 40 years (Postgraduate) and 45 years (Post-doctoral) of age during application.
2. Obtained a minimum of Second Class Upper (Honours) or a CGPA of 3.5/4.0 at Bachelor Degree Level for Masters Degree applicants and for PhD candidates must possess CGPA 3.5/4.0 or very good result at Masters degree level in a similar field of intended PhD study. In addition, for post-doctoral programme, the selection will be evaluated based on the number of books produced, refereed/non refereed journals, portfolio and patent copyright. The Post-Doctoral candidate must have excellent reputation in research and possesses knowledge related to the research to be carried out.
3. Took one of the following English Language Proficiency Test not more than two years before the date of application. The list of tests and minimum scores required:
   1. IELTS Academic Test with a score of at least 6.5; or
   2. TOEFL paper-based test with a score of at least 580 or computer-based test with a score of at least 230 or internet-based test with a score at least 92.
4. In excellent health condition and certified by a Certified Doctor/Medical Professional. The cost of medical examination is to be borne by the applicants.
5. Wrote a proposal that is relevant to the field of studies.
6. Has applied for and gained admission to postgraduate and post-doctoral studies in Malaysia (conditional letters of offer will be accepted at the time of application or has a confirmation of acceptance or affiliation with the Universities in Malaysia).​

1. Air tickets from recipient’s capital city to Malaysia
2. An approved tuition fees
3. Monthly maintenance allowance
4. Annual grant for books and internal travel
5. Medical / Health Insurance
6. Installation and Termination grant
7. Thesis allowance
8. Visa

• REGISTER your Passport Number or National Identication Number, password and email address.
• LOG IN to online application form and fill in all section completely.
• Please ensure all informations are correct before you print the application and logout.

• Please attach printed application form together with the following documents:
  1. Recent passport size photograph.
  2. Completed Medical Report. [download]
  3. A certified copy of current passport showing evidence of citizenship.
  4. A certified copy of academic transcript, testimonials and/or references relating to the relevant study, co-curriculum activities, achievements.
  5. A certified copy of English Language proficiency certificate (Test of English as a Foreign Language/TOEFL or International English Language Testing Service/IELTS)
  6. Curriculum Vitae (CV).
  7. Admission letter from Malaysian University.
  8. Two letters of recommendation from two (2) people who can act as referees to support your application. [download]
  9. Endorsement Form. [download]
  10. Research Proposal.
• You are required to complete the two Letters of Recommendation from two referees, Endorsement Form and Medical Report. Please bring printed ONLINE application form and required documents to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or the relevant agency responsible for the scholarship in your country to get the endorsement.

• Scan all documents stated above in PDF format and LOGIN to MIS Online Application. [How to convert documents to PDF format]
• You are required to attach the documents and click SUBMIT button to submit the application. You will see the notification message when the process is done. All the application is fully online. No hard copy is required. Bring the hard copy of application form and original certificate during the interview session.

1. Late submission will not be entertained no matter what reasons are given.
2. Applications without sufficient documents stated will not be considered.
3. The decision on succesful candidate made by the Ministry is final. Any queries on the final decision will not be entertained.
4. All documents valid for six (6) month from date of application i.e. Medical Report, Endorsement Form and Reference Letters.
5. Has not commenced studies with offer letter from Malaysia University or has enrolled studies not more than :
   1. Master : 1 Semester
   2. PhD : 2 Semester
6. Please attach your documents accordingly to the list below : –
   1. Recent Passport Size Photographs.
   2. A certified copy of current passport showing evidence of citizenship.
   3. Completed Medical Report.
   4. A certified copy of academic transcript.
   5. A certified copy of English Language proficiency certificate (Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing Service (IELTS).
   6. Curriculum Vitae (CV).
   7. Admission letter From University.
   8. 2 Letters of recommendation from two (2) people who can act as reference to support your application.
   9. Endorsement Form (From Applicants Home Countries Ministry of Foreign Affairs. For those already resides in Malaysia, form to be endorsed by embassy/ high commissioner in Malaysia.).