This scheme is a pre-service scholarship for potential post graduate student in science, technology and innovation to pursue studies at M.Sc and Ph.D level on full time research basis in selected Public Institutions of Higher Learning. Selection of candidates and payment is done by the various Public Institutions of Higher Learning through the Graduate School.

Form Of Assistance

1. Monthly allowances
   1. Masters - RM1,300 per month
   2. Doctorate - RM 1,500 per month
2. Tuition fees (includes registration and course fees).
3. Examination fees (viva).

Target Group

1. This scheme is open to graduates who have shown excellence in academic at Bachelor's level and have not served any government agencies. Applicants must have qualities and interest in carrying out research as a life long career.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Malaysian citizen;
2. Applicant's for Masters must not exceed 30 years of age (for masters) and 35 years of age for Ph.D upon application date;
3. Full time study;
4. Must obtain satisfactory academic qualification ;
5. Research conducted must have potential application to the industry and the our nation's development;
6. Applicants are not Government servants or tutors in local institutions of higher learning.

How To Apply

1. The application form can be downloaded from the Ministry's official website http://ehcd.mosti.gov.my and completed form must be submitted to the university's Graduate School to be processed.
2. Application will be tabled in and approved by the Steering Committee Meeting. Decision made is final and any appeal shall not be entertained.