The Japan Study Support (JPSS) Scholarship 2026 helps international students who enrol in undergraduate programmes at the University of Tokyo. The scholarship provides financial assistance after enrolment and supports students in managing living and study-related expenses in Japan.
The platform, operated by the Asian Students Cultural Association and Benesse Corporation, offers this scholarship to promote international education in Japan and support talented students worldwide.
About the Japan Study Support Scholarship
The scholarship supports international undergraduate students who successfully enrol in universities listed on the JPSS system.
For the 2026 academic year, the scholarship:
- Provides a one-time award of ¥500,000
- Supports students after they enrol in a Japanese university
- Requires registration and application through the JPSS portal
- Targets international undergraduate (Bachelor’s) students
- Selects candidates based on application documents and screening results
The scholarship focuses on helping students adjust to life in Japan by reducing financial pressure during their early study years.
Why Choose The Japan Study Support Scholarship?
This scholarship allows students to study in Japan with financial support while experiencing high-quality education in a safe and globally respected academic environment.
At Japanese universities supported by JPSS, students benefit from:
- Internationally recognised degree programmes
- Strong academic and research-focused education
- Exposure to Japanese culture and global learning environments
- Opportunities to build international networks
The programme supports students in developing global careers in business, engineering, science, and humanities.
Japan Study Support Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Japan
- Platform: Japan Study Support
- University Name: University of Tokyo
- Scholarship Name: Japan Study Support (JPSS) Scholarship
- Study Level: Bachelor’s
- Funding Type: Partial funding (one-time grant)
- Award Value: ¥500,000 (one-time payment)
- Eligible Applicants: International undergraduate students
- Application Method: Online via the JPSS portal
- Application Deadline: May 31, 2026
- Selection Basis: Academic background and application screening
- Funding Time: After enrolment
Scholarship Benefits
The JPSS Scholarship provides:
- One-time ¥500,000 financial support
- Assistance with living and study expenses in Japan
- Reduced financial burden during early university years
- Support for international student integration
- Encouragement for academic success in Japan
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a non-Japanese international student
- Plan to enrol or are already enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree programme in Japan
- Register on the Japan Study Support portal
- Submit required application documents
- Demonstrate strong academic performance
- Meet the admission requirements of a participating university
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare:
- Completed JPSS scholarship application form
- Passport copy
- University admission or application proof
- Academic transcripts
- Personal statement (if required)
- Any additional documents requested by JPSS
Application Process & Timeline
Follow these steps:
- Register on the **Japan Study Support website.
- Search for participating Japanese universities.
- Apply and secure admission to a Bachelor’s programme.
- Submit the JPSS scholarship application online.
- Upload required documents through the portal.
- Wait for screening and evaluation results.
- Successful applicants receive scholarship confirmation after enrolment.
