Education fees (self)
By Luqman Haqeem · Published · Last updated · Figures for Year of Assessment 2025
Course fees for your own education at recognised Malaysian institutions qualify for up to RM 7,000 in YA 2025. Any field is allowed at Masters/PhD level; at undergraduate level only specific fields (law, accounting, technical, etc.) qualify. Up to RM 2,000 of this can be self-enhancement / upskilling courses recognised by JPK.
- Relief limit
- RM 7,000
- Claimable for
- Self
What qualifies
- Course, tuition, examination and registration fees
- Masters and PhD in any field
- Professional certifications (ACCA, CPA, etc.)
- Upskilling / self-enhancement courses recognised by JPK — sub-limit RM 2,000
What does not qualify
- Undergraduate courses in non-qualifying fields
- Hobby classes and non-certified short courses