Guide · updated September 2026
Cheapest Universities in Malaysia
We compared 16 universities in Malaysia — typical tuition is ₹3.64 L a year.
Universities16
Typical tuition₹3.64 Lmedian, per year
Tuition range₹50K – ₹12.01 Llowest course fee
Cities13
Quick verdict
Which one is best depends on what you measure — here is the leader on each.
Top 16 — Cheapest Universities in Malaysia
Ordered by lowest published tuition.
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
from ₹4.79 L/yrTuition
1Courses
At a glance
The first 8 side by side.
| University | City | World rank | Tuition from | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Universiti Putra Malaysia | Seri Kembangan | — | ₹50K | 5 |
| Universiti Sains Malaysia | Penang | — | ₹87K | 1 |
| Universiti Teknologi Malaysia | Johor Bahru | — | ₹1.8 L | 2 |
| AIMST University | Bedong | — | ₹1.88 L | 4 |
| Lincoln University College | Kota Bharu | — | ₹2.23 L | 3 |
| Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia | Bangi | — | ₹2.62 L | 1 |
| UCSI University | Kuala Lumpur | — | ₹2.69 L | 7 |
| Limkokwing University of Creative Technology | Cyberjaya | — | ₹3.62 L | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
Which are the best cheapest universities in Malaysia?
Based on the current catalogue, the leading options here are Universiti Putra Malaysia, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, AIMST University, Lincoln University College. Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank are listed first, then the rest by number of courses offered.
How much does it cost to study in Malaysia?
Across 16 universities with published fees, the typical (median) lowest tuition is about ₹3.64 L a year, ranging from ₹50K to ₹12.01 L. Living costs are extra.
Which is the cheapest university in Malaysia?
Universiti Putra Malaysia has the lowest published tuition in this list. Courses from ₹50K a year.
How many universities are covered?
16 universities match this guide; the top 16 are shown.
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