Japan
MEXT Japanese Government Scholarship (Research)
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Japan
Fully funded research study, Master's or PhD in Japan, selected through the Embassy of Japan in Pakistan.
- Funding
- Fully funded
- When
- Usually opens in AprilStatus: Expected
- For
- Master's, PhD
- Other scholarships
- Can't be combined
Last verified 25 September 2026
What's missing?
What it covers
- Tuition
- Stipend
- Airfare
Tuition, a monthly allowance (about JPY 144,000 for Master's), and return airfare. Many universities offer dormitory rooms.
Who it's for
Applicants under 35 with 16 years of education. Selection includes a written test (English and Japanese) and an interview at the Embassy. Japanese is not required before you arrive.
Required documents
- Passport
- HEC-attested degree
- Recommendation letters
How to apply
- 1
Watch the Embassy of Japan in Pakistan website; the call usually opens in April or May.
- 2
Submit the application form, field of study and research plan, attested transcripts, recommendation letter and medical form.
- 3
Sit the written test and interview at the Embassy.
- 4
If recommended, contact Japanese professors for a letter of acceptance.