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Fully Funded
Undergraduate (4-5 Years) - Includes 1 Year Language Training
Research Student (leading to Master's/PhD) - 2 to 5 Years
College of Technology (KOSEN) - 3 Years
Specialized Training College - 3 Years

Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship 2026 (Embassy Recommendation)

Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Japan Deadline: 2025-05-31 (Expected for 2026 Intake)

Overview

Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship 2026 (Embassy Recommendation) is a prestigious opportunity provided by Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Japan. This scholarship is designed to support students pursuing Undergraduate (4-5 Years) - Includes 1 Year Language Training or Research Student (leading to Master's/PhD) - 2 to 5 Years or College of Technology (KOSEN) - 3 Years or Specialized Training College - 3 Years. It offers Fully Funded, including benefits like Tuition Fee: 100% Waiver (Paid by MEXT to the university). Monthly Stipend (Undergrad): approx. ¥117,000 (PKR 215,000). Monthly Stipend (Research/Masters): approx. ¥143,000 - ¥144,000 (PKR 260,000). Monthly Stipend (PhD): approx. ¥145,000 (PKR 265,000). Airfare: Return economy class ticket (Pakistan -> Japan -> Pakistan). Language Training: 6-month to 1-year intensive Japanese course provided upon arrival (if needed). Visa Fees: Exempt.. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline to secure this funding for their academic journey.

Benefits & Coverage

Tuition Fee: 100% Waiver (Paid by MEXT to the university).
Monthly Stipend (Undergrad): approx. ¥117,000 (PKR 215,000).
Monthly Stipend (Research/Masters): approx. ¥143,000 - ¥144,000 (PKR 260,000).
Monthly Stipend (PhD): approx. ¥145,000 (PKR 265,000).
Airfare: Return economy class ticket (Pakistan -> Japan -> Pakistan).
Language Training: 6-month to 1-year intensive Japanese course provided upon arrival (if needed).
Visa Fees: Exempt.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Nationality: Pakistani Citizen.
  • Age Limit (Undergraduate/KOSEN): Must be born on or after April 2, 2001 (Under 25 years).
  • Age Limit (Research/Masters/PhD): Must be born on or after April 2, 1991 (Under 35 years).
  • Academic Req (Undergrad): 12 Years of education (FA/FSc/A-Level).
  • Academic Req (Research): 16 Years of education (BS/MA/MSc) with minimum 1st Division or 3.0 CGPA.
  • Health: Must be medically fit.
  • Language: Willingness to learn Japanese is mandatory. (English proficiency is also required for the selection test).

Required Documents

  • MEXT Application Form (Prescribed Format)
  • Attested Copies of Transcripts & Degrees
  • Research Plan / Study Proposal (Critical for MS/PhD)
  • Letter of Recommendation (from Principal/Dean/Professor)
  • Health Certificate (on MEXT form)
  • Abstract of Thesis (if applicable)
  • Passport Copy

Frequently Asked Questions

Application Details

Status
Varies
Apply Before 2025-05-31 (Expected for 2026 Intake)
Month April-May

How to Apply?

  1. Step 1: Download the Application Form from the Embassy of Japan in Pakistan website (usually in April).
  2. Step 2: Submit the filled form along with attested educational documents, research plan (for graduates), and health certificate by post to the Embassy in Islamabad or Consulate in Karachi.
  3. Step 3: Shortlisted candidates are called for a Written Test in Islamabad/Karachi (usually in June/July).

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