Study in Japan

Japan Application Procedure (2026 Intake)

Track A — MEXT Government Scholarship (Recommended)

1. Embassy Recommendation (Month 1–4): Apply through the Japanese Embassy in India (Delhi/Mumbai/Chennai/Kolkata). Submit application, academic records, and research plan. Written exam in English, Mathematics, and subject-specific papers.
2. Primary Screening (Month 4–6): Embassy selects candidates for interview. ILOC provides full preparation.
3. University Matching (Month 6–9): MEXT forwards your application to 3 Japanese universities of your choice. Professors review and accept candidates as Research Students.
4. Certificate of Eligibility & Visa (Month 9–12): ILOC handles CoE application, student visa documentation, and pre-departure briefing.

Track B — Direct University Application

1. Identify English-taught programs via JASSO (Japan Student Services Organisation) portal
2. Contact supervising professor (for research degrees) — ILOC assists with email drafting and research proposal
3. Submit application: transcripts, SOP, recommendation letters, English proficiency scores
4. Obtain Certificate of Eligibility (CoE) from Japanese immigration — then apply for student visa

Key Dates 2026