Where do I check my MEXT scholarship result after I apply?
Where you check your MEXT result depends on your route. Embassy applicants should watch the Embassy of Japan in India or their regional consulate's website, plus their email. University recommendation applicants should check with the Japanese university that recommended them. Results are released in stages, so check after each round.
Where you check your MEXT scholarship result depends on the route you applied through. Embassy applicants get updates from the embassy or consulate, while university-recommended applicants hear from their Japanese university.
Where to Look by Route
| Route | Where to check |
|---|---|
| Embassy recommendation | The Embassy of Japan in India or your regional consulate's website, plus your email |
| University recommendation | The Japanese university that recommended you |
Results Come in Stages
- First screening result: tells you whether you have moved on to the test and interview.
- Test and interview result: tells you whether you have cleared the embassy round.
- Final result: your scholarship and university placement are confirmed.
- In 2026, the embassy posted a Written Test and Interview Result 2026 document on its website.
My Advice
Bookmark the official embassy page and check your email, including spam, after every round. Do not rely on third-party posts, and confirm the latest process on the official page before you apply for the 2027 or 2028 intake.
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