YLP MEXT Scholarship 2026 at GRIPS in Japan
The YLP MEXT Scholarship at the National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies (GRIPS), Japan, offers fully funded opportunities for international students to pursue a Master’s degree. This scholarship aims to cultivate future national leaders in Asia and strengthen international relations through public policy education.
- 🌏 Eligibility: Open to all international students worldwide.
- 💰 Funding: Fully funded by the Japanese Government (MEXT).
- 🏛️ Host University: National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies (GRIPS), Tokyo.
- 🎯 Program Goal: Develop future national leaders and strengthen international policy networks.
- 🎓 Degree Level: Master’s in Public Policy or Public Administration.
- 📅 Deadline: November 21, 2025.
Designation:
Masters Scholarship
Research Area:
Public Policy, Public Administration
Location:
National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies (GRIPS), Tokyo, Japan
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Non-Japanese applicants from eligible countries
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university
- Under 40 years of age as of October 1, 2025
- Minimum of 3 years of full-time professional experience in Public Administration
- English Language Proficiency: Minimum score of 6.0 in IELTS or 79 in TOEFL iBT
Eligible Countries Include:
Australia, India, Bangladesh, and several others in Asia and Europe.
Job Description:
This scholarship covers the following benefits:
- All application and admission fees
- 100% tuition fee coverage
- Monthly stipend of JPY 242,000
- Economy-class airfare from home country to Japan and back
- Coverage for required field trip costs
How to Apply:
- Visit the Japanese Embassy in your country to obtain the application form.
- Complete the application form and gather the required documents:
- MEXT Application Form
- Bachelor’s degree transcript
- Degree certificates
- Valid passport copy
- Recommendation letter from your employed company
- Two letters of recommendation
- English Language Proficiency Certificate
- Essays and Health Fitness Certificate
- Submit the completed application form along with the documents to the embassy.
Last Date to Apply:
November 21, 2025
This fully funded scholarship serves as an excellent opportunity for aspiring leaders to advance their education and professional careers in Japan.