Study in Japan from India
Japan offers affordable national universities, world-class engineering and a 1-year job-hunting visa.
What does it cost to study in Japan?
Japan
| Level | Duration | Course, living & stay | Less part-time earnings | Net | Post-study stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 4 Years | Rs 55.4 lakh | − Rs 29.2 lakhat 28 Hrs/week | Rs 26.2 lakh | 1-year job-hunting |
| Master's | 2 Years | Rs 27.7 lakh | − Rs 14.6 lakhat 28 Hrs/week | Rs 13.1 lakh | 1-year job-hunting |
Entry bar IELTS 6.0 / JLPT · Academics 55%+. Visa processing takes 2–4 Months once the file is complete.
Priced 20 July 2026 from the Axelis cost comparison, which prices 36 study options side by side. Rupee figures move with the exchange rate as well as with fees. Compare Japan against every other destination.
Tuition ranges from ¥535,800 (flat rate at national universities) up to ¥1,500,000/yr, broken down as: National universities ¥535,800/yr, Public universities ¥535,800–650,000/yr, Private universities ¥800,000–1,500,000/yr, plus a one-off admission fee of ~¥282,000. Proof of funds required is ~¥2,000,000, and estimated monthly cost of living is ~¥90,000–140,000.
How does the student visa for Japan work?
The process involves the university applying for your Certificate of Eligibility (COE), applying at the Japanese consulate with your COE, submitting required documents and photos, receiving approval and travelling to Japan, and collecting your residence card and joining the national health insurance scheme on arrival.
What English or language scores do you need?
For bachelor's programmes, IELTS 6.0/TOEFL is required for English-taught courses, or JLPT N2 for Japanese-taught courses, with an entrance exam (EJU) for some programmes; for master's programmes, IELTS 6.0+ or JLPT proficiency is required.
Can you work during and after your studies?
Students may work 28 hours a week with a work-outside-status permit; graduates get up to 1 year to job-hunt under a Designated Activities (Job-Hunting) visa, with a skilled Work Visa route via Engineer/Specialist in Humanities status.
When are the intakes?
- April
- September/October
- Rolling
What do Indian students usually study there?
- Engineering & Robotics
- Computer Science & AI
- Business & Management
- Japanese Studies
- Design & Animation
- Life Sciences
Which universities and cities are best known?
Universities
- University of Tokyo
- Kyoto University
- Osaka University
- Tohoku University
- Waseda University
- Science Tokyo (Tokyo Tech)
- Keio
Cities
- Tokyo
- Osaka
- Kyoto
- Nagoya
- Fukuoka
- Sapporo
- Sendai
Figures are indicative and change with each intake. Confirm current fees and visa rules with your counsellor before you apply.