<p>Bengaluru: The Japanese consulate in Bengaluru is currently accepting applications for Japan’s undergraduate scholarship programme. Applications are open until May 16.</p>.<p>Called the 'MEXT Scholarship 2026', it is open to students who have completed Grade 12 in or before 2025, with a minimum of 80%, and demonstrate proficiency in Japanese. The scholarship covers five years — from April 2026 to March 2031.</p>.<p>The primary fields of study under the programme are humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. Some scholarships are also available in economics, business administration, accounting, and finance. Over the years, most Indian students applying have focused on STEM subjects and later taken up IT roles in Japan, the consulate noted.</p>.Italian lenswoman captures unusual Bengaluru scenes.<p>The aim of the programme is to strengthen "human exchange between the two countries”, said Nakane Tsutomu, Consul-General. “This is important for developing bilateral relations. There are lakhs of Indian students in Western countries, but only 1,600 in Japan,” he added.</p>.<p>Twelve students will be selected for the scholarship, each receiving a monthly allowance of Rs 68,000. Tuition fees will be waived, and the Japanese government will cover round-trip travel expenses.</p>.<p>For details, email dl.bengaluru@ig.mofa.go.jp.</p>
<p>Bengaluru: The Japanese consulate in Bengaluru is currently accepting applications for Japan’s undergraduate scholarship programme. Applications are open until May 16.</p>.<p>Called the 'MEXT Scholarship 2026', it is open to students who have completed Grade 12 in or before 2025, with a minimum of 80%, and demonstrate proficiency in Japanese. The scholarship covers five years — from April 2026 to March 2031.</p>.<p>The primary fields of study under the programme are humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. Some scholarships are also available in economics, business administration, accounting, and finance. Over the years, most Indian students applying have focused on STEM subjects and later taken up IT roles in Japan, the consulate noted.</p>.Italian lenswoman captures unusual Bengaluru scenes.<p>The aim of the programme is to strengthen "human exchange between the two countries”, said Nakane Tsutomu, Consul-General. “This is important for developing bilateral relations. There are lakhs of Indian students in Western countries, but only 1,600 in Japan,” he added.</p>.<p>Twelve students will be selected for the scholarship, each receiving a monthly allowance of Rs 68,000. Tuition fees will be waived, and the Japanese government will cover round-trip travel expenses.</p>.<p>For details, email dl.bengaluru@ig.mofa.go.jp.</p>
