Best universities in Malaysia 2025
Discover the ̽»¨ÊÓƵ Malaysia University Rankings 2025 and explore which universities in Malaysia rank the highest.
This list of Malaysian universities reveals the best universities and colleges in Malaysa, according to the trusted ̽»¨ÊÓƵ World University Rankings 2025.
Universities across Malaysia are scored in areas such as teaching, research and international outlook.
It uses a robust methodology, created by the in-house data team, that is relied upon by students, academics, policymakers, and industry leaders worldwide.
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Best universities in Malaysia 2025Ìý
| Malaysia Rank 2025 | WUR Rank 2025 | University | Overall | Teaching | Research Environment | Research Quality | Industry | International Outlook |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 201–250 | Universiti Teknologi Petronas | 55.8–58.6 | 36.8 | 39.1 | 82.2 | 80.2 | 78 |
| 2 | 251–300 | University of Malaya | 53.7–55.7 | 45.5 | 36.7 | 69.2 | 60.8 | 88.9 |
| =3 | 401–500 | Sunway University | 46.0–49.2 | 23.9 | 21.2 | 86.4 | 32.7 | 83.1 |
| =3 | 401–500 | Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia | 46.0–49.2 | 45.5 | 28.9 | 62.2 | 49.6 | 81.1 |
| =3 | 401–500 | Universiti Sains Malaysia | 46.0–49.2 | 42.2 | 28.5 | 63.5 | 56.6 | 75.2 |
| =3 | 401–500 | Universiti Teknologi Malaysia | 46.0–49.2 | 41.1 | 29.9 | 65.1 | 69.5 | 72.9 |
| =3 | 401–500 | Universiti Utara Malaysia | 46.0–49.2 | 38.4 | 28.6 | 66.9 | 27.3 | 80.9 |
| =8 | 601–800 | Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA) | 38.2–43.2 | 33.8 | 21.3 | 63.4 | 44.3 | 57.1 |
| =8 | 601–800 | Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris | 38.2–43.2 | 36.6 | 26.4 | 50.4 | 53.4 | 75.9 |
| =8 | 601–800 | Universiti Putra Malaysia | 38.2–43.2 | 36.1 | 28.8 | 51.5 | 51 | 79 |
| =8 | 601–800 | Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) | 38.2–43.2 | 25.6 | 17.5 | 64.1 | 75.6 | 64.2 |
| 12 | 801–1000 | Management & Science University (MSU) | 34.5–38.1 | 29.9 | 11.5 | 50.8 | 19.5 | 88.3 |
| =13 | 1001–1200 | Multimedia University | 30.7–34.4 | 24.2 | 19.5 | 36.8 | 74.3 | 52.3 |
| =13 | 1001–1200 | Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) | 30.7–34.4 | 18.4 | 21.1 | 52.8 | 36.7 | 57.5 |
| =13 | 1001–1200 | Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin | 30.7–34.4 | 24.1 | 12.6 | 59.8 | 18.3 | 49.5 |
| =13 | 1001–1200 | Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) | 30.7–34.4 | 19.8 | 16.1 | 51.8 | 58.6 | 47.7 |
| =17 | 1201–1500 | Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) | 25.2–30.6 | 30.2 | 20.9 | 25 | 73.3 | 61.5 |
| =17 | 1201–1500 | Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) | 25.2–30.6 | 23.1 | 15.7 | 34.6 | 29.4 | 47.5 |
| =19 | 1501+ | Universiti Kuala Lumpur | 10.5–25.1 | 25.6 | 9.6 | 24.1 | 31.1 | 46.7 |
| =19 | 1501+ | Universiti Malaysia Kelantan | 10.5–25.1 | 15.9 | 15.7 | 32.2 | 34.6 | 45.4 |
| =19 | 1501+ | Universiti Malaysia Perlis | 10.5–25.1 | 22.7 | 13 | 33.5 | 32.5 | 36.7 |
| =19 | 1501+ | Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka | 10.5–25.1 | 21.3 | 11.7 | 29.2 | 32.5 | 45.1 |
| =19 | 1501+ | Universiti Teknologi MARA | 10.5–25.1 | 22 | 15.7 | 31 | 38.9 | 27.1 |
Key insights from the Malaysia University Rankings 2025
- Universiti Teknologi Petronas takes the first place position in this year's Malaysia University Rankings
- There are 23 universites ranked in the top universities in Malysia
- Last year's number one, the University of Malaya, drops down to number two this year.Ìý
- Sunway University is a new entry into the top five, having moved up from 10th place last year to third place this year.Ìý
The table for the best universities in Malaysia was derived from data collected from the THE World University Rankings. The results are calculated using 18 performance indicators underlying five metrics: research environment, teaching (the learning environment), research quality, industry and international outlook. For more insights and a detailed breakdown of our ranking methodology, visit our methodology page. Use the Malaysia university ranking table above to explore the right institution for you.
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