MEXT / Monbukagakusho
MEXT / Monbukagakusho·Japan

MEXT Scholarship - College of Technology (KOSEN) 2027

Fully FundedCollege of Technology48–54 monthsClosed · 20 Apr 2026

Japanese government scholarship for Indonesian science-track SMA/SMK graduates to study engineering at National Institutes of Technology (KOSEN), with possibility to advance to undergraduate year 3 after graduation.

Popular Participating Universities

University of TokyoUniversity of Tokyo
Kyoto UniversityKyoto University
Osaka UniversityOsaka University
Tohoku UniversityTohoku University
Tokyo Institute of TechnologyTokyo Institute of Technology

Quick info

Application status

Closed · 20 Apr 2026
Japan
College of Technology
48–54 months
Open to: Indonesia
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Info sourced from official providers. Always verify deadlines, requirements, and eligibility directly before applying.

What you get

  • Full tuition fee coverage (including preparatory school)
  • Monthly living allowance of approx. ¥117,000
  • Round-trip airfare (Indonesia ↔ Japan)
  • Student visa fee waiver
  • No bond / service obligation
Monthly: ¥117,000/month

Requirements

First degree: Not required
Professional experience: not specified
Country restriction: Indonesia

Detailed requirements

  • - Science-track senior high school graduate (SMA/SMK IPA or equivalent)
  • - Maximum age 24 as of 1 April 2027 (born on or after 2 April 2002)
  • - Minimum grade of 80 in Mathematics and English (Grade 11 Semesters 1 & 2)
  • - Cannot apply if either subject grade is below 80
  • - EJU/TKA/UTBK/SAT scores provide additional points if available

Who can apply

Indonesian SMA/SMK IPA graduates wishing to study at National Institutes of Technology (KOSEN) in Japan.

Application window

Closed · 20 Apr 2026

Deadline: Documents must arrive by 10 May 2026 at 23:59 WIB

Registration period: 20 April 2026 – 10 May 2026

Dates are based on data sourced from official providers (2025–2026 cycle). Deadlines may shift between intake years. Always verify on the official website before applying.

Important dates

● Application Period : 20 April 2026 – 10 May 2026
● Document Screening Results : 12 June 2026
● Written Exam : June/July 2026*
● Written Exam Results : July/August 2026*
● Interview Exam : July/August 2026*
● Interview Results : July/August 2026*
● Secondary Screening Results from MEXT : February 2027
● Departure to Japan : Early April 2027

How to apply

  1. 1Online registration at https://daftar.beasiswamext.com/
  2. 2Receive and print the exam number confirmation email
  3. 3Prepare and submit required documents to the Embassy of Japan in Jakarta by 10 May 2026
  4. 4Attend written exam (Math, Physics/Chemistry, English, Japanese)
  5. 5Attend interview at the Embassy of Japan in Jakarta
  6. 6Pass secondary screening at MEXT in Tokyo