Japanese Government (MEXT) Undergraduate Scholarship 2026

Application Deadline: The application deadline for the MEXT Undergraduate Scholarship 2026 is determined by the Japanese Embassy or Consulate in your country. Applicants are advised to consult their local embassy or consulate for specific deadlines and application procedures. Please visit the official website of Japanese Embassy in Bangladesh: https://www.bd.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_en/index.html

The Japanese Government (MEXT) Undergraduate Scholarship 2026 presents a remarkable opportunity for international students to pursue a fully funded Bachelor’s degree at prestigious national universities in Japan. This distinguished scholarship, offered by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) of Japan, aims to nurture future global leaders who will help strengthen ties between Japan and their respective home countries.

Successful applicants for the MEXT Scholarship will receive extensive support, including a monthly allowance, full tuition coverage, and round-trip airfare. Most students commence their studies with a year of intensive Japanese language instruction and preparatory education before starting their undergraduate programmes.

Scholarship Details

  • Host Country: Japan
  • Study Level: Undergraduate
  • Funded By: Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT)
  • Eligibility: Open to international students from countries with diplomatic relations with Japan

Scholarship Benefits

  • Full tuition fee exemption
  • Monthly stipend: 117,000 JPY (plus an additional 2,000–3,000 JPY for certain regions)
  • Round-trip airfare: Economy-class flights to and from Japan
  • Preparatory Education: One-year Japanese language and academic preparatory course (if required)
  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • Exemption from entrance, admission, and tuition fees

Available Fields of Study

Social Sciences and Humanities:

  • Law
  • Politics
  • Sociology
  • History
  • Literature
  • Economics
  • Business Administration
  • Pedagogy
  • Japanese Language

Natural Sciences:

  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical & Information Engineering
  • Architecture & Civil Engineering
  • Agriculture & Environmental Sciences
  • Medicine & Dentistry
  • Biology
  • Pharmacy
  • Veterinary Medicine

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must be a citizen of a country maintaining diplomatic relations with Japan
  • Must have been born on or after 2 April 2001
  • Must have completed 12 years of formal education or be expected to complete by March/August 2026
  • Willingness to learn Japanese and study in the Japanese language
  • Must be in good physical and mental health to study in Japan
  • Must be able to arrive in Japan between 1 and 7 April 2026 (or in autumn 2026 if direct university placement applies)

Required Documents

  • Completed application form
  • Academic transcripts (from high school or university)
  • Certificate of graduation or expected graduation
  • Recommendation letter from a school principal or teacher
  • Medical certificate (in the MEXT-specified format)
  • Language proficiency certificate (if available)
  • University entrance qualification certificate (if applicable)
  • Certificate of enrolment (for current students)

Note: All documents must be in either English or Japanese, or accompanied by an official translation.