MEXT Scholarship — University Recommendation (General scheme)
Open for the 2027 intake · Japan
Funded by: MEXT; nominated by host university president
What it pays for
Monthly stipend, tuition/matriculation fees waived, round-trip economy airfare.
Who can apply
- Master's Degree
- PhD / Doctorate
Application window
Status pending MEXT confirmation for AY2027; previously January–March for April/October terms
For Bangladeshi applicants: General scheme recruitment for AY2027 has been reported as suspended but MEXT has not issued a definitive public confirmation as of 4 October 2026. Do not assume this route is open; check mext.go.jp and studyinjapan.go.jp.