Applications are now open for the 2027 Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarships. The program is administered by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), offers fully funded opportunities for international students to pursue postgraduate study and research at Japanese universities. The 2027 intake targets research students seeking to undertake master’s, doctoral, or non-degree research programmes in Japan.
Embassy Recommendation Procedure
Recruitment for those arriving in Japan next April is made between April and May of the previous year. First screening is conducted between May and August by the Japanese Embassies or Consulates General.
As the application process and specific schedule differ according to the country of your nationality, please inquire the Japanese Embassy or Consulate General in your country for details. DO NOT send any application documents directly to MEXT in Japan.
List of Websites of Japanese Embassies, Consulates General
Documents for Application – Embassy Recommendation
Applicants MUST read through the Application Guidelines below and follow the instructions.
Application Forms along with Certificate of Health, and Recommendation Letter should be submitted to the Japanese embassy or consulate general in your country. These documents can be printed out and filled in by hand-written, typed out, or filled in with software applications and printed out.
| Application Guidelines |
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| Application Guidelines for Specialized Training College Students |
| Application Guidelines for Specialized Training College Students (in Japanese) |
| Application Forms |
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| Application Form for FY2027 |
| Majors and Related Key Terms for Fields of Study |
| Certificate of Health Note: Certificate of Health must be filled in by a professional medical doctor. |
| Recommendation Letter Sample Note: This is a sample. Any form/style of letter is to be accepted. |
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