Malaysia Government Scholarship 2026/2027

The MTCP Scholarship is designed to strengthen international cooperation and support capacity building by providing education opportunities to talented individuals from developing nations. Through this programme, successful candidates will gain advanced academic knowledge, professional skills, and international exposure that can contribute to the development of their home countries.

Scholarship Coverage

The MTCP Scholarship provides comprehensive financial support to successful applicants. The benefits include:

Full payment of tuition fees
A monthly allowance of RM3,500 for living expenses
A return economy-class air ticket between the recipient’s home country and Malaysia

These benefits are intended to help students focus fully on their academic studies without financial burden during their stay in Malaysia.

Duration of the Scholarship

The scholarship will support postgraduate studies for a period of 24 to 36 months, depending on the chosen programme. The funding applies to different types of study modes, including:

Coursework programmes
Mixed mode programmes
Research-based programmes

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants who wish to apply for the MTCP Scholarship must meet the following requirements:

Applicants must be not more than 45 years old at the time of application.
Applicants must have obtained at least a Second-Class Upper (Honours) degree or a minimum CGPA of 3.0 at the undergraduate level or its equivalent.
Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency by submitting proof such as:
- IELTS with a minimum overall score of 6.0, or
- TOEFL internet-based test with a minimum score of 60, or
- Proof that previous academic studies were conducted in English as the medium of instruction.
Applicants must be in excellent health condition, supported by a medical certificate issued by a qualified doctor or physician.
The medical examination costs must be covered by the applicant.
The medical report form can be downloaded from the MTCP Scholarship website and must be valid within six months from the application date.

Application Procedure

Applicants who meet the eligibility requirements should follow the official application process provided by the MTCP Scholarship programme. All applications must be submitted through the official MTCP scholarship portal.

Applicants can access the application guidelines and submit their applications through the following website: https://mtcp.kln.gov.my/scholarship

Applicants are advised to carefully read the instructions and ensure all required documents are submitted correctly.

Contact Information

For any inquiries related to the MTCP Scholarship programme, applicants can contact the programme administrators using the details below:

Phone: +603-8887 4658 / +603-8887 4563 / +603-8887 4424
Working hours: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (Malaysia Time), Monday to Friday
Email: [email protected]

Important Notes

Applicants should note that any expenses not specified in the scholarship coverage will be the responsibility of the beneficiary. Additionally, the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania will not provide any additional financial support, allowances, or loans to recipients of this scholarship.

Conclusion

The Malaysia Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) Scholarship 2026 presents a valuable opportunity for students from developing countries, including Tanzania, to pursue a Master’s degree in Malaysia with full financial support. This scholarship not only offers access to high-quality education but also helps build professional skills and international networks that can support national development.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and take advantage of this opportunity to further their academic and professional careers.