Matsumae Research Fellowship Program 2026

To be eligible, an applicant must:-

• be of non-Japanese nationality
• empathise with the core values of the MIF
• obtain acceptance from a host institution in Japan before application
• hold a Ph.D. (Doctoral Degree) at the time of application
• be aged 45 years old or younger at the time of application (their birth year must be in or after 1980)
• have sufficient English or Japanese language ability
• not have any past or current experiences of staying in Japan (other than short-term stays such as for sightseeing or conferences)
• have an occupation in their home countries, return there upon completing their fellowship tenure, and contribute to the development of their own country

Selected fellows will receive:-

• A monthly allowance of JPY 2,20,000.
• An arrival fund of JPY 1,20,000 will be provided to cover part of the initial living costs in Japan.
• Round-trip economy class airfare.
• Overseas travel insurance with medical treatment and death benefits is provided.

• ID Proof
• Valid Visa
• Reason for applying in 500 words
• Curriculum Vitae
• Recommendation letter
• Academic Transcripts

Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button.
Step 2: Click the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details. (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID)
Step 3: Download the provided forms and fill them out with valid information.
Step 4: Attach all the required documents in PDF format and send them to the following email address: ‘application@mif-japan.org’.

Note:-

• The email must not exceed 5 MB in size.
• All documents must be typed in English.
• The documents must be sent separately and not as a combined document.

Application Deadline: 30 June 2025