Provided by Japan Educational Exchanges and Services (JEES) with Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group
The JEES·SMFG Indian Students Scholarship is India-exclusive, providing ¥120,000/month for up to one year to undergraduates at JEES-designated universities. Only about 3 students are selected annually, and university nomination is required.
INDIA-EXCLUSIVE: for Indian undergraduate students enrolled at a JEES-designated university in Japan. University nomination required; no direct applications. About 3 recipients.
Indian undergraduates already enrolled at a JEES-designated Japanese university. The catch: only about 3 awards a year, one year long, and you need your university to nominate you.
Last verified: 2026-10-01
⚠️ Important: Scholarship details may change. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines, and requirements on the official website before applying.
Full tuition + approx. ¥117,000–¥145,000/month stipend (~₹69,000–₹86,000)
Stipend Only¥48,000/month (~₹28,000) — tuition NOT covered
Tuition WaiverUp to 100% tuition waiver (approx. ¥535,800/year = ~₹3.2 lakh saved)
Partial Scholarship¥100,000/month (undergraduate) or ¥140,000/month (master's, doctoral) (~₹59,000–₹83,000) + up to ¥250,000 reimbursed travel to Japan — tuition NOT directly covered
This scholarship can be used at many Japanese universities.
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