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Malaysia scholarships for Bangladeshi students

The Malaysian government’s scholarship open to Bangladesh through the Commonwealth, and where to find university awards.

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Last updated 29 September 2026Figures checked against official sources, listed at the end

Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS)

Full tuitionPaid directly to the university
RM 1,500/monthLiving allowance
Master’s and PhDFull-time only
40 / 45Age limit, master’s / PhD
CGPA 3.00Or second-class upper
IELTS 6.0Or TOEFL PBT 550

Bangladesh is eligible as a Commonwealth country. The 2026-27 round has closed; watch the MoHE portal for the next call.

Documents for an MIS application

MIS checklist
  • Certified passport copyValid at least 6 months
  • Certified transcriptsWith the grading system
  • English result or medium-of-instruction letter
  • 2 recommendation letters
  • Admission letterIf you already have one
  • CV
  • Research proposal1,000+ words, research degrees only

Other awards

Education Malaysia keeps an official listing of scholarships open to international students, including university merit awards. Scholars under MIS cannot take paid work without written approval from their university.

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Official sources

These are dated editorial checks, not a live data feed. Recheck the original page before applying or paying.

About this guide. Researched by the Student Visa From Bangladesh editorial team from the official sources listed above and last checked on 29 September 2026. We are not a university or a government agency, and admission and visa outcomes are never guaranteed. Read our editorial policy.