Tunku Abdul Rahman Scholarship (BTAR) 2026

1. This Scholarship is open to:

• Candidates who have already completed their pre-university course and shall enrol into an undergraduate degree programme by March 2027.
• Candidates who have at least two years of their undergraduate studies remaining (completion date after September 2028)

2. Candidates who have just finished pre-university will be given a conditional offer, subject to them receiving an offer of study from an MQA-accredited local university.

Refer to the MQA website at https://www2.mqa.gov.my/mqr/.

3. Yayasan Tunku Abdul Rahman will prioritise candidates who:

• Come from challenging backgrounds, such as candidates who are PWD (OKU), candidates from rural communities and candidates from families with an income of below RM5,250 a month.
• Have overcome or are currently overcoming difficult life challenges.
• Show leadership and strong character.

The full requirements for the Tunku Abdul Rahman Scholarship (BTAR) can be found on the YTAR website.

4. Before proceeding with your application, please prepare a digital copy of:

• Identity Card.
• Pre-university result AND result of the latest semester of Undergraduate Degree (if available).
• University offer letter (if applicable).
• Proof of income such as pay slip OR income tax slip OR pay slip of parents / guardian (3 months) OR bank statement.
• Letter of recommendation from lecturer or employer (not compulsory but encouraged).

The Tunku Abdul Rahman Scholarship provides elaborate financial support in the following areas:

• University Fees: Full sponsorship of tuition fees in any MQA-accredited public or private university in Malaysia. 
• Monthly Allowance: A living allowance will be provided monthly throughout the scholarship.
• Annual Allowance: Professional development allowance for Scholars’ self-improvement. Stationery and book allowances are also provided, as well as flight allowances (limited to flights between East and West Malaysia only).
• One-off Allowance: To cover other essential expenses related to academic and professional needs, such as laptop purchases, thesis-related costs, and formal attire.