• Research the MEXT scholarship and ensure you meet the eligibility criteria
  • The eligibility criteria for the MEXT scholarship may vary depending on the level of study and the applicant’s country of citizenship. However, some general criteria include:
  • Being a citizen of a country that has diplomatic relations with Japan
  • Meeting the specific criteria for the field of study and level of study you are applying for
  • Having a good academic record and a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent for Undergraduate or Research student. Master’s degree or its equivalent for Teacher Training students and a PhD degree or its equivalent for Doctoral students
  • Having a high level of Japanese language proficiency if you are applying for a program that will be taught in Japanese
  • Being in good health, both physically and mentally
  • Being under 35 years of age for Undergraduate and Research students, under 40 years of age for Teacher Training students and under 45 years of age for Doctoral students at the time of application.
  • Having the ability and willingness to adjust to living and studying in Japan
  • Not being a current holder of another Japanese Government scholarship or already have studied in Japan for more than six months under any scholarship/financial assistance program.
  • It’s important to check the official MEXT website and consult with the Japanese embassy or consulate in your country for specific criteria and requirements for your country and level of study.
• Identify a Japanese university to apply to and ensure they are a participating institution
• Prepare a detailed and well-written research proposal outlining your research topic and reasons for applying
• Obtain two academic references
• Complete the online application form and submit all required documents including your academic transcripts, certificates and language proficiency test scores
• Successfully pass the interview, if invited
• Wait for the decision on your application.

The application link for the MEXT scholarship can be found on the official website of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) of Japan: https://www.mext.go.jp/en/

On this website, you will find information about the application process, eligibility criteria, and requirements for the MEXT scholarship, as well as the link to the online application form. It is important to note that the application period for the MEXT scholarship may vary depending on your country of citizenship and the level of study you are applying for, so you should check the website for the current application period and consult with the Japanese embassy or consulate in your country for specific instructions and requirements.

It is also important to note that you will need to apply to the scholarship and a Japanese university at the same time, so you should research and apply to a Japanese university before applying for the scholarship.

It is important to note that the MEXT scholarship application process may vary depending on the country you are applying from and the level of study you are applying for, so it is important to check the official MEXT website and consult with the Japanese embassy or consulate in your country for specific instructions and requirements.