MEXT Scholarship 2025–26:-
The MEXT (Monbukagakusho) Scholarship, offered by Japan's Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, provides international students with the opportunity to study in Japan across various academic levels. Below is comprehensive information about the MEXT Scholarship for the 2025–2026 academic year:
Scholarship Categories
Undergraduate Students: Pursue a bachelor's degree in Japan.
Research Students: Engage in research activities, typically leading to a master's or doctoral degree.
College of Technology Students: Study at technical colleges for specialized fields.
Teacher Training Students: Enhance teaching skills through training programs.
Young Leaders’ Program (YLP) Students: Participate in master's degree courses to foster future leaders.
Application Timeline-
Application Period: April 14 – May 13, 2025
Written Examination: June 22, 2025
Interview: June 23, 2025
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality: Applicants must hold the nationality of a country with diplomatic relations with Japan.
Age: Undergraduate Students: Must be born between April 2, 2000, and April 1, 2008.
Research Students: Must be under 35 as of April 1, 2025.
Language Proficiency: Willingness to learn Japanese; some programs
may require proficiency in Japanese or English.
Scholarship Benefits
Monthly Allowance: Undergraduate Students: ¥117,000
Research Students: ¥143,000 – ¥145,000
Teacher Training Students: ¥143,000
Young Leaders’ Program Students: ¥242,000
Education Fees: Full tuition, entrance, and examination fees are covered.
Opening Date: 17-Jun-2025 11:50 AM
Closing Date: 17-Jun-2025 11:50 AM
Undergraduate Students: For those pursuing bachelor's degrees.
Research Students: For postgraduate studies leading to master's or doctoral degrees.
Teacher Training Students: For teachers seeking advanced training.
Japanese Studies Students: For students majoring in Japanese language or culture.
College of Technology Students: For technical education programs.
Specialized Training College Students: For vocational or professional training.
Young Leaders Program (YLP) Students: For master's courses aimed at nurturing future leaders.
Embassy Recommendation: Apply through the Japanese embassy or consulate in your home country. This route typically involves a written examination and interview.
University Recommendation: Apply directly to Japanese universities that have exchange agreements with institutions in your country.
MEXT Scholarship Examination Syllabus by Category
Undergraduate Students
- Subjects:
- Japanese
- English
- Mathematics:
- Mathematics A: For Social Sciences and Humanities applicants
- Mathematics B: For Natural Sciences applicants
- Science (for Natural Sciences applicants): Choose two from the following three subjects:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
Research Students
- Subjects:
- Japanese
- English
College of Technology Students
- Subjects:
- Japanese
- English
- Mathematics
- Physics or Chemistry (choose one)
Specialized Training College Students
- Subjects:
- Japanese
- English
- Mathematics
Teacher Training Students
- Subjects:
- Japanese
- English
Guidelines
- All questions are mandatory and there is no negative marking.
- Duration: minutes
- Total Questions:
- Question Type: MCQ
Disclaimer
- Read the question carefully.
- Select the best answer from the provided options.
- Ensure you have a stable Internet connection.
- After selecting your answer, click on the "Submit" button.