The Japanese Government MEXT Scholarship is a fully funded opportunity for international students to pursue their undergraduate, master’s, or doctoral degrees in Japan. The scholarship will cover all expenses related to the studies, including tuition fees, monthly stipend, round trip airfare tickets, accommodation, and residence.
General Requirements
| Offered by | MEXT |
| Degree level | Bachelors, Masters, PhD |
| Scholarship Coverage | Fully Funded |
| Eligible Nationality | All Nationalities |
| Award Country | Japan |
| Last Date | Different for Each Country |
How to Apply?
To apply for the scholarship, students should visit their country’s embassy website and find the Japanese Government Scholarship under the Culture and Education section of the menu. Students should then follow the guidelines provided on the Website of Japanese Embassy.
Required Documents
Applicants are required to submit the following documents to apply for the scholarship
- Mark Sheet Form
- Application Form
- Recommendation Letter
- Health Certificate
- Research Plan, required for research students only
- Abstract of thesis
- Marks sheet of Secondary School: (Matric/O Levels, Attested copy)
- Marks sheet of Higher Secondary School: (Intermediate/A Levels, Attested copy)
- Attested copy of Certificate of enrollment from current educational institution (if applicable)
- Hope certificate issued by the Institute (for students whose final result is expected by August 2023)
Note: Submitted documents will not be returned, and certificates and documents other than those mentioned above will not be considered.
Knowledge of Japanese Language and IELTS/TOEFL is not mandatory.
Duration of the Scholarship
The duration of the scholarship varies according to the degree level
- Bachelor’s Degree: 4 to 5 years
- Master’s Degree: 2 to 3 years
- Doctoral Degree: 3 to 4 years
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria
- Applicants must be from countries that have diplomatic relations with Japan.
- Applicants must not have Japanese nationality.
- Applicants must have been born after 2 April 1986.
Application deadline for MEXT Scholarship in different countries
The application deadline varies for each country, and students of each country can check the deadlines for their country. The scholarship is open in some countries and will open soon in other countries.
| Country | Application Deadline |
| Pakistan | May 20, 2023 |
| India | May 31, 2023 |
| Bangladesh | May 31, 2023 |
| Sri Lanka | June 10, 2023 |
| Indonesia | June 15, 2023 |
| Philippines | June 30, 2023 |
| Nepal | June 30, 2023 |
| Thailand | June 30, 2023 |
| Malaysia | July 15, 2023 |
| Vietnam | July 31, 2023 |
| Myanmar | August 10, 2023 |
| Cambodia | August 10, 2023 |
| Laos | August 31, 2023 |
| Brunei Darussalam | September 15, 2023 |
| Timor-Leste | September 15, 2023 |
| Mongolia | October 31, 2023 |
| Others | Check with Embassy |
Conclusion
The Japanese Government MEXT Scholarship 2023-2024 is an excellent opportunity for international students to pursue their academic dreams in Japan. With all expenses covered, students can focus on their studies and immerse themselves in Japanese culture. Students should check the application deadline for their country and apply as soon as possible to avail of this fully funded scholarship. Website of Japanese Embassy.
