🇳🇵 Nepal → 🇯🇵 Japan

Study in Japan from Nepal

Studying in Japan from Nepal can be fully funded through the MEXT scholarship, with growing English-taught programmes and a clear path into the country's technology sector.

Tuition ¥500,000–¥1,500,000/year Visa 4–8 wks Free for students

🇳🇵 Nepal

From

🇯🇵 Japan

4–8 wks

Visa

Designated Activities visa for job search

Post-study

Japan attracts Nepali students with the MEXT government scholarship, which covers tuition and a living allowance, and with world-ranked universities in Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. Robotics, engineering and materials science are particular strengths.

Most undergraduate courses expect JLPT N2 Japanese, though English-taught master's options are expanding. The College Student visa follows a Certificate of Eligibility issued in Japan.

Transcript steps and the MEXT route from Nepal

For MEXT, apply through the Japanese Embassy in Kathmandu, which administers the scholarship for Nepali nationals; private applications go directly to institutions. Prepare your Tribhuvan University or Pokhara University transcripts with Ministry of Education equivalence. Once your institution secures a Certificate of Eligibility, the College Student visa is issued by the embassy in Kathmandu.

Costs, scholarships, visa timeline and post-study work

Self-funded tuition runs ¥500,000–¥1,500,000 a year with living costs of ¥80,000–¥140,000 a month, and you must show about ¥2,000,000 or a sponsor letter. The visa is generally issued within 4–8 weeks of the Certificate of Eligibility. MEXT and JASSO scholarships are the main funding routes, and graduates can use a Designated Activities visa for up to a year of job-searching.

Your path from Nepal to Japan

MEXT scholarship applications via Japanese Embassy in home country. Private institution applications directly or via education agents.

1
Register free & build your profile
Create a student account and tell us your grades, budget and goals. It takes five minutes and costs nothing.
2
Get matched to universities
Our advisors shortlist programmes that fit your profile and explain admission requirements and deadlines.
3
Prepare documents & apply
We help you assemble transcripts, language scores and financial proof, then submit strong applications.
4
Visa & departure support
Once admitted, we guide your student visa application and help you prepare for arrival.

Costs, visa & requirements

Tuition	¥500,000–¥1,500,000/year
Living costs	¥80,000–¥140,000/month
Visa type	College Student Visa (留学ビザ)
Financial proof	¥2,000,000 or sponsor letter
Processing time	4–8 weeks
Language	JLPT N2 (most courses); English-taught master’s available
Scholarships	MEXT (Ministry of Education), JASSO Scholarship, University-specific grants

In-person support in Kathmandu

Our Nepal office helps Nepal students with TU/PU transcript authentication, Embassy scheduling support, Blocked account setup guidance and more — free of charge.

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Frequently asked questions

How do Nepali students apply for the MEXT scholarship?

MEXT applications are made through the Japanese Embassy in Kathmandu, which administers the scholarship for Nepali nationals and covers tuition plus a monthly living allowance.

Do I need Japanese language skills to study in Japan?

Most undergraduate courses require around JLPT N2, but a growing number of English-taught master's programmes are available, so the requirement depends on your chosen course.

Can I work in Japan after graduating?

Yes. Graduates can apply for a Designated Activities visa to search for work for up to one year, which can convert into a work visa once you secure a relevant job.