Fully Funded MEXT Japan PNST Fellowship 2026 at Kyutech

Applications are officially open for the MEXT Japan PNST Fellowship 2026 at the Kyushu Institute of Technology (Kyutech). This prestigious program is a fully funded opportunity jointly offered by the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA), the Government of Japan, and Kyutech.

The fellowship will select up to three Master’s students and three Doctoral students to pursue advanced research in nano-satellite technologies. Awardees will receive the Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship, covering all academic and living expenses.

Fellowship Details

Host Country: Japan
Host University: Kyutech
Program Name: Post-graduate Study on Nano-Satellite Technologies (PNST)
Degree Levels: Master’s & PhD
Funding Type: Fully Funded
Application Deadline: 30 November 2025

Financial Coverage

The fellowship provides full support, including:

Round-trip airfare
Monthly living stipend
Housing and food allowance
Local transportation
Tuition fees and university costs

Duration

Master’s Program: 2 years
PhD Program: 3 years

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Nationality: Be a citizen of a developing or non-space-faring country.
Nomination: Must be officially nominated by your home institution.
Age: Born on or after April 2, 1991.
Education:
- For Master’s: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in an engineering-related field.
- For PhD: Master’s degree (or equivalent) in an engineering-related field.
- Note: Degrees in other technology-related fields may also be considered.