Malaysia is known for affordable tuition and living costs, globally recognised degrees, QS-ranked universities and courses taught in English. Public universities charge RM 11,000–25,000 a year (INR 2.5–5 lakh) and private universities RM 8,000–50,000 a year (INR 1.6–10 lakh), with living costs around INR 2.5–3 lakh a year. Leading universities include the University of Malaya (QS rank 58), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (QS 126) and Universiti Sains Malaysia (QS 134). (QS ranks as published — re-confirm on topuniversities.com)
Students should also note that Malaysia has no formal post-study work visa policy and that a 6% service tax on private education for international students applies from 1 July 2025. Source: Education Malaysia (accessed 10 November 2026).
