About MUET (Malaysian University English Test)

Malaysian universities have a strong presence in regional and global ranking. Malaysian University ranking has made this country the most preferred educational hub for pursuing different kinds of courses. Students choosing abroad for higher studies consider Malaysia as the top destination to go for.

Malaysian University English Test is necessary to measure candidate’s proficiency in the language. It is a compulsory test for pre-university, diploma, matriculation and STPM candidates, who desire to pursue their first degree programmes at the local universities. 

This entrance test is administered by Majlis Peperiksaan Malaysia (Malaysian Examination Council). Tests are conducted three times in a year: March, July & November. It is offered by every Malaysian public university.

Importance of English language

Globally, English language plays a vital role in tertiary universities. Proficiency in English is regarded as passport for better educational achievements. In Malaysia, this language is used widely for imparting knowledge at tertiary level. 

Therefore, to deal with this linguistic demand of relevant graduation course, clearing MUET is necessary for admissions in Malaysia Universities. IELTS and TOEFL are recognized globally for English Language proficiency, but Malaysia English Test is accepted in all Malaysian as well as several Singapore universities. 

Registration facts

Local students can register from the universities in Malaysia, but private institute candidates need to get enrolled through Jabatan Pelajaran Negeri (State Education Department). Online registration is also made available on MEC portal. The registration fee is RM100. 

Candidates can check their registration status and print the slip from MEC portal.

If you desire to change test centre fill the C2 form available on MEC portal, but RM25 will be charged.

Due to some conditions, you want to change your test dates, candidates have to do it formally to MEC before the test by providing all the details like ID number, name, index number, new date, proof for reasons to change and contact number. 

If there is any spelling or ID card number errors on the registration slip you can send an email with the copy of ID card to inform MEC. The amendments will be made in your result slip.

For withdrawal candidates need to fill the withdrawal form, but will not get the refund (test fee). 

Ability assessment

Malaysia University English Test evaluates candidate’s competence using 4 language skills:

Listening (code-800/1) - 45 marks - 30 minutes - 20 questions

Speaking (code-800/2) - 45 marks - 30 minutes - 2 tasks (individual presentation & Group interaction)

Reading (code -800/3) - 120 marks - 90 minutes - 50 questions

Writing (code-800/4) - 90 marks - 90 minutes - 2 questions

The total score of these 4 tests are 300. Candidates are not given marks, but rated in 6 bands. Band 1 is lowest and Band 6 is the highest. 

Band description

Band 1 - below 100 - Poor command

Band 2 - 100 to 139 - Limited command

Band 3 - 140 to 179 - Modest command

Band 4 - 180 to 219 - Satisfactory command

Band 5 - 220 to 259 - Good command

Band 6 - 260 to 300 - Excellent command

What band is needed?

Different subjects have varying band requirements like medicine, pharmacy & law needs higher bands (5 & 6), but band 3 is the average requirement. In case, you get band 1 & 2, you have to take extra two English courses, and candidates with Band 3 & 4 have to take 1 extra course. This condition only applies if the preferred university approves.