About The MEXT Scholarship
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) of Japan is offering a scholarship for Indian undergraduate students. This program offers monthly allowance of 117,000 yen (approximately INR 71,200) and various additional benefits. The scholarship spans from April 2024 to March 2027, providing a monthly allowance of 117,000 yen (approximately INR 71,200) and various additional benefits.
Objectives of this scholarships
- To Facilitate higher education opportunities for Indian undergraduate students.
- To Foster cultural exchange and collaboration between Japan and India.
- Empowering students to specialize in specific fields of study.
Full Overview Of MEXT Scholarship
Particulars | Details |
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Scholarship Name | Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarships for STC Students 2024 |
Provider | Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Japan |
Eligibility | Indian citizens born on or after April 2, 1999, with 12 years of schooling outside Japan |
Fields of Study | Technology, Personal Care and Nutrition, Education and Welfare, Business, Fashion and Home Economics, Culture and General Education |
Monthly Allowance | 117,000 yen (Approx. INR 71,200) |
Application Period | April 27, 2023, to May 29, 2023 |
Important Date
ScholarshipName | Application Deadline | Defective Application Verification Date | Institute Verification | DNO/SNO/MNO Verification | Guidelines |
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Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarships for STC Students 2024 | May 29, 2023 | To Be Announced | To Be Annouced | To Be Announced | Guidelines |
Eligibility criteria
- Indian citizenship and born after April 2, 1999.
- Completion of 12 years of schooling outside Japan.
- Proficiency in the Japanese language is preferred.
- Submission of a health certificate.
- Arrival in Japan between April 1, 2024, and April 7, 2024, with a newly issued student visa.
Selection Procedure
The selection process involves a thorough review of application documents, written academic examinations, and interviews by Japanese diplomatic missions.
Scholarship Amounts & benefits
Benefits | Details |
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Monthly Allowance | 117,000 yen (Approx INR 71,200) |
Regional Allowance | Up to 3,000 yen per month for designated regions |
Education Fee Coverage | Entrance examinations, matriculation, and tuition fees |
Required Documents
Applicants need to have provide following documents to apply for this scheme
- Identity proofs (Passport, Visa).
- Academic transcripts and certificates.
- Recommendation letters.
- Certificate of language proficiency.
- Medical certificate.
- Certificate of enrollment (if applicable).
How to apply
- Click the ‘Apply Now’ button on the official portal.
- Register with necessary details or log in if already registered.
- Download the application form from the ‘Application Documents and Forms’ section.
- Fill in all required information and attach necessary documents.
- Send the application form and documents by post to the designated addresses based on the city of residence.