Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship for Undergraduate Students, India selection (next cycle after the 2027 intake)

A Government of Japan (MEXT) scholarship for undergraduate study leading to a bachelor's degree, in social sciences and humanities or natural sciences (medicine and dentistry are not offered in India; art and music are not eligible). Up to 12 scholarships were offered in India for 2027. Grantees get a monthly allowance of 117,000 yen (about Rs 68,800), exemption from education fees and round-trip airfare. The period is five years including one year of Japanese-language preparatory education, or four years if placed directly in a university.