Quick Facts
| Tuition Range | Public RM 11,000–25,000/yr; private RM 8,000–50,000/yr |
|---|---|
| Living Cost | INR 2.5–3 lakh/yr (as stated on page) |
| Intakes | Feb, Jul, Sep |
| Last Verified Date | November 10, 2026 |
Overview
Malaysia offers affordable tuition and living costs, globally recognised degrees, a diverse student community, QS-ranked universities, courses in English, part-time job opportunities and good career prospects. 1,388 applications came from India in the second quarter of 2025. There are more than 150 universities.
Tuition Fees
Public universities charge RM 11,000–25,000 a year (INR 2.5–5 lakh); private universities charge RM 8,000–50,000 a year (INR 1.6–10 lakh).
Living Cost
Living costs are INR 2.5–3 lakh a year.
Student Visa
There is a single student-visa type, processed through EMGS. EMGS charges its fees per component (processing, eVAL, iKad, medical check and student pass — see the current EMGS Schedule of Fees). There is no formal post-study work visa policy, unlike Western countries. From 1 July 2025 a 6% service tax applies to private education for international students.
Top Universities
University of Malaya (QS rank 58), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (QS 126), Universiti Sains Malaysia (QS 134), Universiti Putra Malaysia (QS 134) and Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (QS 153).