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JASSO Honors Scholarship for Privately Financed International Students

Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) · Bachelor's / Master's / PhD

Monthly living support for self-funded international students already studying in Japan.

Award: JPY 48,000 per month
Your cost after award: approx. INR 6 lakh / year
Deadline: Through your university, usually April and October

Apply on the official site(opens jasso.go.jp in a new tab)Opens jasso.go.jp. Always confirm dates and rules there before applying.

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Documents

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Valid passport (18+ months remaining)Scan the photo page. Renew early if it expires before your intake.
Academic transcripts and degree certificatesAttested copies of every year, plus a consolidated marksheet.
English and entrance test scoresIELTS/TOEFL, plus GRE/GMAT where the programme or award expects it.
Updated CV / resumeHighlight the experience Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) looks for in Bachelor's / Master's / PhD applicants.
Eligibility evidenceEnrolled as a privately financed student at a Japanese university
Financial documentsBank statements and income proof covering the approx. INR 6 lakh you still fund yourself.

Essays & references

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Statement of purpose draftedConnect your goals to the award's mission in the first paragraph.
Scholarship-specific essaysAnswer every prompt from JASSO Honors Scholarship for Privately Financed International Students within the word limit.
Letters of recommendation requestedGive referees at least three weeks and share your CV and draft essays.
Counsellor / mentor review completeOne full editing pass on essays before you paste them into the portal.

Submission

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University applications or offer in placeMost awards need an admission application, and some need a confirmed offer.
Scholarship portal account createdRegister with Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) and check the form before the deadline rush.
Application submitted (deadline: Through your university, usually April and October)Submit a few days early, portals slow down on deadline day.
Interview preparationPrepare answers on your goals, leadership and return plans.
Outcome tracked and next steps plannedRecord the decision date and plan backup funding either way.

Eligibility

Enrolled as a privately financed student at a Japanese university
Good academic performance and attendance
Nominated by the university

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