Program overview Kut Japan Special Scholarship Program (ssp) 2026
- Host country: Japan
- University: Kochi University of Technology
- Program: Doctoral Degree
- Duration: 3 Years
- Benefits: fully funded
- Application deadline: 17th October 2025
Financial support and benefits
Selected recipients typically receive
- Exemption from the Entrance Fee.
- Exemption from Enrollment Fee.
- Exemption from Tuition Fee
- Monthly Stipend for Living Expenses
- Travel Allowance and initial Living Allowance for International applicants.
Research Areas
- Intelligent Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (Kami Campus)
- Electronic and Photonic Engineering (Kami Campus)
- Architecture and Infrastructure Design (Kami Campus)
- Engineering Science (Kami Campus)
- Informatics (Kami Campus)
- Data and Innovation (Kami/Eikokuji Campus)
- Economics and Management (Eikokuji Campus)
- Here is a list of the SSP Supervisors.
Note: Applicants must obtain permission from the Supervisor before applying.
Who can apply: Of Completion
- Three-Year Enrollment: Minimum three years in the KUT doctoral program.
- Course Credits: Earn 10+ doctoral course credits.
- Examination and Defense: Pass a preliminary exam (at least one year before final defense) and complete the final public defense.
- Research Publication: At least one paper in a high-level peer-reviewed journal by the final defense; significant research achievements may substitute in special cases.
How to apply For the Kut Japan Special Scholarship Program 2026.
To apply for the KUT Special Scholarship Program, first select a research project from the provided SSP Research Project List. Next, email the relevant project leader with a completed Pre-Application Request to obtain their permission to apply.
Once you receive approval, you should proceed to prepare all the necessary application documents. Finally, ensure you send the complete application. Use the official website is below.
