is there any research grant in Malaysia for indians

 

Yes — there are some research / scholarship grant opportunities in Malaysia that may be open to non-Malaysians (including Indians), especially through international-collaboration schemes or university programmes. Whether you as an Indian researcher are eligible depends on the specific call, funder, and conditions. Below are some examples and things to watch out for, plus tips to find more:


🔍 Examples of Grants / Scholarships

  1. Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS)

  2. Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP)

  3. ASEAN-India Collaborative R&D Scheme (UKM IDEA)

    • This scheme allows joint projects between Indian institutions and those in ASEAN countries, including Malaysia. UKM

  4. International Grants listed by Malaysian Universities

    • Universities like UPSI have pages for “International Grant / Grant Luar/Antarabangsa,” which may include grant calls from international funders. rmic.upsi.edu.my

    • Also, some university research offices list external funds and MOHE grants. In some cases non-Malaysian project members are allowed (though often with specific conditions). riec.unimas.my+1


⚠️ What to Check / Conditions

  • Often, project leaders or main applicants must be Malaysian citizens or have certain resident/contract status. If you're a non-Malaysian, check if you're allowed to be PI or only a co-investigator. INCEIF University+1

  • Some grants require a Malaysian collaborator or co-researcher. INCEIF University+1

  • Research must often be based in Malaysia or have substantial Malaysian component. INCEIF University+1

  • Eligibility criteria (age, experience, affiliation, permit status etc) vary by grant. Always check these.

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