MEXT Research Students Scholarship — embassy recommendation, 2027
Ministry of Education Culture Sports Science and Technology Japan
The official MEXT 2027 embassy-recommendation route covers research students arriving in April or September/October 2027. Embassies and consulates set country-specific application deadlines and first-screening schedules.
Destination
Japan
Study level
Master’s, Doctoral, Postdoctoral
Deadline
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Eligibility
Who can apply
Applicants must follow the Japanese embassy or consulate procedure in their country of nationality and the FY2027 Research Students application guidelines. Do not send applications directly to MEXT.
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Application package
Documents and steps
Required documents
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Application steps
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