MEXT Japan PNST Fellowship 2026 at Kyutech (Fully Funded) Deadline: 30 November, 2025

Applications are now open for the MEXT Japan PNST Fellowship 2026 at Kyushu Institute of Technology (Kyutech). This is a fully funded scholarship in Japan, a joint initiative of the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA), the Government of Japan, and Kyutech. The PNST Fellowship will select up to three students for the Master’s Program and up to three students for the Doctoral Program. Successful applicants will receive a Japanese Government Scholarship (MEXT) scholarship that will cover tuition fees, a living stipend, accommodation, airfare, local transportation, and other expenses. The program aims to provide extensive research opportunities in nano-satellite systems at Kyutech.

Details About MEXT Japan PNST Fellowship 2026

• Host Country: Japan
• University: Kyutech
• Fellowship Name: Post-graduate study on Nano-Satellite Technologies (PNST)
• Degree Level: Master’s, PhD
• Benefits: Fully Funded
• Deadline: 30th November 2025

Financial Benefits

The Program Covers:

• Airfare Tickets.
• Monthly Stipend.
• Living Cost.
• Housing & Food.
• Local Transportation.
• University Fees.

Scholarship Duration

• Master’s: 2 Years
• PhD: 3 Years

Eligibility Criteria

• Nationality: Be a national of a developing or non-space-faring country.
• Nomination: Must be officially nominated by your home institution.
• Age: Be born on or after April 2, 1991.
• Academic Background:
  • Master’s Program: Hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in an engineering-related subject.
  • Doctoral Program: Hold a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in an engineering-related subject.
• Note: The Selection Committee may also consider degrees in other technological fields.

Important Files

• Overview of the PNST Program
• Information Note (pdf)
• Terms of Participation (pdf)
• Academic Background Sample (pdf)
• Checklist (pdf)
• Application Guidelines of Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship (pdf)
• FAQ  (pdf)

Timeline

The PNST Fellowship Program starts on October 1, 2026. Final-year students in a Bachelor’s degree program are expected to have completed their degree by September 2026.

Application Link

Candidates must submit an online application. Follow the application process as mentioned on the official website. The Link is below.

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