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Nagoya Institute of Technology – University Recommendation (MEXT Scholarship)

Nagoya Institute of Technology (NITech)
🇯🇵Japan

🎓 Nagoya Institute of Technology (NITech), Japan – University Recommendation / MEXT Scholarship

The University Recommendation (MEXT Scholarship) offered by the Nagoya Institute of Technology (NITech), Japan, provides fully funded opportunities for exceptional international students seeking to pursue graduate studies (Master’s and Doctoral degrees). Funded by Japan’s Ministry of Education (MEXT), this program aims to nurture outstanding scholars with global leadership potential in science, engineering, and technology.

📘 Program Overview

  • Level: Master’s and Doctoral programs
  • Funding: Full – includes tuition, stipend, and airfare
  • Host Institution: Nagoya Institute of Technology (NITech), Japan
  • Language of Instruction: English (some Japanese-taught options available)
  • Nomination through: IIT Madras (Office of Global Engagement)

🕒 Key Dates (Tentative for 2026 Intake)

  • Application opens: November–December 2025
  • IITM nomination deadline: January 31, 2026
  • Submission to NITech: March 2026
  • Results announcement: June 2026
  • Program start: October 2026

✅ Eligibility Criteria

  • Must hold or expect to hold a Bachelor’s degree before October 2026.
  • Excellent academic record and research potential.
  • Proficiency in English or Japanese (proof required).
  • Must receive a nomination from IIT Madras and acceptance from a NITech faculty member.

💰 Scholarship Benefits

  • Full tuition fee waiver.
  • Monthly stipend of approximately JPY 144,000–145,000.
  • Round-trip airfare between India and Japan.
  • Access to campus housing and student facilities.

📝 Application Process

  1. Identify a potential research supervisor at NITech through the university website.
  2. Obtain consent from the professor to supervise your research.
  3. Inform the GE Office (IIT Madras) to initiate the nomination.
  4. Submit the required documents:
    • Academic transcripts and certificates
    • Recommendation letter
    • Research proposal and statement of purpose
    • Proof of English/Japanese proficiency
    • Copy of passport

💬 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • Do I need to contact a supervisor? Yes. A professor’s consent is mandatory for nomination.
  • Is Japanese language proficiency required? Not mandatory, but basic understanding is advantageous.
  • Are there application fees? No, applying through the MEXT University Recommendation pathway is free.
  • Can IITM undergraduate students apply? Yes, final-year students may apply if they complete their degree by October 2026.

🔗 Official Links

- NITech – MEXT University Recommendation Scholarship
- NITech Graduate Admissions Page

📩 Nomination & Contact

For nominations and support, please contact:
Arvindhan (GE Office, IIT Madras)
Email: arvindhan@ge.iitm.ac.in

Posted by the Office of Global Engagement, IIT Madras. Updated October 2025.