Japanese Government MEXT Scholarship for Pakistan at Gifu University

About this scholarship

The Japanese Government MEXT Scholarship supports Pakistani students who want to pursue a PhD or graduate research in Japan. It provides full financial support including tuition fees monthly living allowance and round trip airfare. Applicants can study in a field related to their previous academic background and proposed research plan at Japanese universities.

What it covers

Tuition fee waiver
Monthly stipend
Travel airfare
Entrance examination fee waiver
Matriculation fee waiver

Who can apply

Nationality: Pakistan
Degree level: PhD
Age: 35 or younger
Academic: GPA 2.8
Language: No test score listed

Requirements

Pakistani citizenship
Under 35 years old as of 1 April of the application year

Fields of study

Medicine
Veterinary and Animal Science

Documents you'll need

Application form
Academic transcripts
Recommendation letter
Certificate of graduation
Health certificate

How to apply

Applicants must submit several documents required by the embassy to the Japanese embassy and pass the screening process first which includes document screening exam and interview. After that applicants need to complete all documents required by MEXT to Embassy for final screening.

1Document screening
2Written exam
3Interview
4Final selection and award

Frequently asked questions

When is the deadline for Japanese Government MEXT Scholarship for Pakistan at Gifu University?

Applications close on 26 May 2027 (246 days left). Deadlines can change, so confirm on the official website.

Who can apply?

Citizens of Pakistan applying for PhD study in Japan. Applicants must be 35 or younger.

What does the scholarship cover?

Tuition fee waiver, Monthly stipend, Travel airfare, Entrance examination fee waiver, Matriculation fee waiver.

Do I need an English test?

No English test score is listed for this scholarship. Check the official requirements before you apply.