Nang Khin Zay Yar went to Basic Education High School No.

Nang Khin Zay Yar finished her education from Taunggyi University, earning her degree as a Bachelor of Laws.

After she finished her education, she opted to become a tour guide instead of a lawyer, shortly afterwards moving into model industry.

In 2012, shortly after she won the title of Miss Myanmar 2012, she was offered to shoot for some advertisements.

Although she does not have a clear intention to be a singer so soon, she is already singing both in local and foreign shows and concerts.