Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)
الجامعة الوطنية الماليزية (UKM)
ForsaEduforsaedu.comAbout the scholarship program
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM, the National University of Malaysia) is a leading public research university in Bangi, Selangor. Its Zamalah Research Scheme helps full-time PhD students — including international students — with tuition fees for their first three semesters, at the Malaysian fee rate.
Information last verified: October 13, 2026Official source
Tuition for international students
International PhD by research (Faculty of Science and Technology): RM 10,350 per semester plus RM 1,710 registration in the first semester (minimum 6 semesters ≈ RM 63,810). Master’s by research: RM 7,600 per semester. Other faculties may differ.
Funding Types & Coverage Benefits
This scholarship provides a comprehensive funding package covering your academic journey:
Tuition fee assistance (semesters 1–3)
Paid at the Malaysian citizen rate; international students pay the remaining fees. Extension depends on performance and funding.
Available Fields & Specializations
Supported academic disciplines and specialization fields eligible for application:
All Accredited Academic Fields Open
This scholarship accepts applications across all accredited programs and disciplines at participating universities, according to the official call.
Available Study Programs & Tracks (1)
UKM Zamalah Research Scheme for PhD Students (Tuition Fee Assistance)
Documents required for this scholarship
Check off prepared documents to track your application readiness:
Requirements vary by program and intake — always confirm the final list on the official application page.
Eligibility & Admission Criteria
- Offer of admission to a full-time PhD by research at UKM (not registered yet, or in semester 1 or 2).
- Master’s CGPA of at least 3.50 and at least one paper in a WoS, Scopus or ERA-indexed journal in the last five years.
- Supervisor with an active research project and approved proposal; no other tuition scholarship and no employment.
- Publication targets: a draft article (semester 1), a submitted manuscript (semester 2), an accepted paper (semester 3).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps for 2026 / 2027.
Funding type: Partially Funded. Announced benefits: Tuition fee assistance (semesters 1–3).
Eligible levels: Bachelor, Master, PhD.
Deadline varies by university or programme. Follow the official website for updates.
Required documents: Zamalah application form and document checklist, UKM offer letter for full-time PhD by research, Supervisor recommendation and research proposal (max. 5 pages), Master’s transcript and proof of indexed publication.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.ukm.my. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
Scholarship Summary
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