MEXT University Recommendation Scholarships 2025

By Opportunity Mentor | Updated 26 February 2025

The MEXT University Recommendation Scholarship is a prestigious fully funded scholarship offered by the Japanese Government’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology (MEXT). This scholarship allows international students, including Pakistani students, to pursue master’s or doctoral degrees at top Japanese universities.

Scholarship Benefits

• Full tuition coverage at a Japanese university.
• Monthly stipend to cover living expenses.
• Round-trip airfare to Japan.
• Access to advanced research facilities and cultural exchange programs.

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to international students, including Pakistani students.
• Must have an excellent academic record.
• Applicants must be recommended by a Japanese university.
• Must meet the admission requirements of the university and MEXT.

Application Process

• Choose a Japanese university that offers the MEXT University Recommendation Scholarship.
• Apply directly to the university with required documents (academic transcripts, research proposal, recommendation letters).
• The university nominates selected candidates for the MEXT Scholarship.
• Final selection by MEXT and results announced mid-2025.

Application Deadline: May 31, 2025