🧠Step-by-Step Guide for Nepali Students
1. Choose Your Program and University
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Types of Programs:
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Language Schools (for Japanese language)
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Undergraduate/Bachelor’s Degrees
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Graduate/Master’s/Ph.D. Programs
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Specialized Training Colleges (Senmon Gakkou)
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Top Universities:
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University of Tokyo
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Kyoto University
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Osaka University
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Tohoku University
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Nagoya University
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Waseda and Keio (private universities)
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➡️ Use sites like:
2. Check Admission Requirements
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Educational qualifications (SEE + +2 or Bachelor’s)
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English/Japanese proficiency tests:
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JLPT for Japanese
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IELTS/TOEFL for English-based programs
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Entrance exams or university-specific tests
3. Apply for Scholarships
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MEXT Scholarship (Japanese Government)
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Fully funded (tuition, stipend, flight)
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Apply via the Embassy of Japan in Nepal (annually)
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JASSO Scholarships
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University-specific scholarships
➡️ MEXT Embassy track usually opens April–May.
4. Prepare Application Documents
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Academic transcripts
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Statement of Purpose (SOP)
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Recommendation letters
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Passport and photos
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Language test scores
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Application form and fee (varies)
5. Apply for Student Visa
Once accepted by a Japanese school:
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Get Certificate of Eligibility (CoE) from the school
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Apply for visa at Embassy of Japan in Nepal (Lazimpat)
🛂 Documents Needed:
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CoE
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Passport
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Visa application form
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Passport-size photo
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Proof of financial support
