ISLAMABAD: The Government of Japan has officially announced the MEXT Teachers Training Scholarship 2026 for Pakistani teachers, offering a valuable opportunity for educators seeking advanced professional training and research experience in school education.
According to an official statement, selected candidates will participate in a non-degree teachers training and research program at a Japanese university. The program is not linked to bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD degrees but is specifically designed to enhance professional teaching skills and educational research. Participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the program.
The scholarship is offered by Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT). The program generally begins in October, with selected candidates first undergoing Japanese language training, as most academic guidance and coursework are conducted in Japanese.
As per the eligibility criteria, applicants must have been born on or after April 2, 1991. Candidates are required to hold a university degree or recognized teacher training qualification and must have at least five years of teaching experience at the primary or secondary school level, or at a teacher training institution, by October 1, 2026. University faculty members are not eligible to apply.
Applicants must also demonstrate the ability to adapt to a foreign cultural environment for approximately 18 months and show a willingness to learn the Japanese language.
The deadline for submitting applications is February 12, 2026. Further details and the complete application procedure are available on the official website of the Embassy of Japan in Pakistan.
