Scholarship
Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarships for Nepal
The MEXT scholarship program provides opportunities for Nepalese students to study at Japanese universities. It covers various levels including undergraduate, research, and specialized training.
About this scholarship
Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarships for Nepal is offered by Embassy of Japan in Nepal at bachelor, master, phd and diploma level. The award is valued at Full tuition, monthly stipend, and round-trip airfare, provided as full ride support. Funding is renewable, so it can continue across more than one year of study subject to the provider's conditions.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as full ride funding. Applicants selected receive Full tuition, monthly stipend, and round-trip airfare. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at bachelor, master, phd and diploma level. Nationality requirements apply: Nepal.
Eligibility
Must be a Nepali citizen meeting specific age and academic requirements set by the Japanese government.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-05-01. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
bachelor, master, phd and diploma
Nationality requirements
Nepal
Funding basis
Merit-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- Embassy of Japan in Nepal
- Award
- Full tuition, monthly stipend, and round-trip airfare
- Funding type
- full ride
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- bachelor, master, phd and diploma
- Nationality
- Nepal
- Deadline
- Closed · 2026-05-01
- Renewable
- Yes
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-20