Studying in Japan
Japanese Government Scholarships

Updated on 22 August 2025

Type Young Leaders' Program Student(Academic Year 2026-26)
Level Masters Degree course
Age Under 40
Fields of study (1) School of Government
(2) School of Local Governance
(3) Business Administration
(4) Law
Qualifications -Persons recommended only by the following recommending bodies in India:
*Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions: (1), (2), (4)
*Ministry of Law and Justice: (4)
*Confederation of Indian Industry (CII): (3), (4)
*Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI): (3)

- Government officials for (1), (2)
- Legal professionals for (4)
- University graduates with at least 3 years of work experience for (1), (2) and 2 years of experience for (3)
- University graduates with at least 4 years of work experience for (4)
Term of Scholarship One year (starting from September/October 2026)
No. of Scholarship Tentative
Stipend 242,000 Yen/month (tentative)
((Approx. Rs.142,000/month)
Tuition fees Exempted
Airfare Round-trip airfare is provided
Application period Recommending bodies decide

Application Guideline and Form Application guidelines for each field

To download brochure, guidelines and application forms please click on the link for each category
1.School of Government
2.School of Local Governance
3.Business Administration
4.Law

Please read the brochure and guidelines carefully before filling up the application form.

1.Application form set contains editable pdf files, and it is preferred to be filled by using a computer or similar device.
2.Copies of academic records (e.g. semester/year wise, mark sheets, degree certificate) from bachelor’s degree onward must be attested by the respective college/university.
3.Signed recommendation by academic supervisor and current employer. Photocopy, pdf, digital signatures are not valid.
Note Applicants should prepare their application and certificate as soon as possible, as it may take time.