How can I secure the JASSO scholarship from India before I travel to Japan?
You can typically secure it from India through the Reservation Program, usually via the EJU exam. On your EJU application you must tick the Monbukagakusho Honors Scholarship Reservation box, because you cannot apply for this reservation later. Some universities allow pre-arrival admission without an on-site interview in Japan.
You can secure the JASSO scholarship while you are still in India by using the Reservation Program, which usually runs through the EJU exam. That way you can travel to Japan with your monthly stipend already approved.
EJU Sessions and Reservation
| Exam session | Application period | Exam date | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session 1 (June) | February to March 2026 (closed) | June 21, 2026 (past) | Sept or Oct 2026 intake |
| Session 2 (November) | July 2026 (closed) | November 8, 2026 (scheduled) | April 2027 intake |
Key Rules to Remember
- Check box rule: on the EJU application you will see a Monbukagakusho Honors Scholarship Reservation section, and you must tick it. If you forget, you cannot apply for this reservation later.
- Standard scores typically give 12 months of funding, while superior scores may allow a multi-year extension.
- Universities such as the University of Tokyo and Ritsumeikan APU allow you to secure the scholarship from India without an on-site interview in Japan.
- Both listed application periods for 2026 have already closed, so check the official EJU and JASSO pages for the next session.
My Advice
Decide your target intake first, then pick the matching EJU session. Tick the reservation box the moment you fill the form, and verify every date on the official EJU and JASSO websites.
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