Timeline
Four dates that shape your year
Applications open
Oct 1, 2025
Applications close
Feb 28, 2026
Results announced
Apr 15, 2026
Period begins
Sep 1, 2026
3,900+
Awards Granted Annually
160+
Participating Countries
* All courses taught in English. Very generous stipend (~¥240,000/month).
02 — Eligibility
Who can apply
Eligibility requirements are listed on the official application portal.
Who this is NOT for
- Short-term residency seekers: Candidates looking for conference or travel support rather than active degree enrollment.
- Remote learners: Students planning to attend online degree modules from Pakistan.
- U.S. Dual Citizens: Dual nationals holding U.S. citizenship (for U.S. study grants).
- Late planners: Those unable to commit 9–12 months of early preparation for visa and document assembly.
03 — Documents
Required credentials
Prepare academic records and consult the provider for the current document checklist.
04 — The pipeline
Narrative steps, four acts
Most candidates underestimate how much prep work is done before the online form opens. Follow this structured chronological timeline to plan deliberately.
Playbook Toolkit
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A comprehensive, printable spreadsheet checklist mapping milestones, required essays, references, and deadline checks.
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