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Have you ever dreamed of building and launching satellites? The MEXT Japan PNST Fellowship 2026 is your chance to make it happen. Offered by the Government of Japan (MEXT) in collaboration with the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) and hosted at the prestigious Kyushu Institute of Technology (Kyutech), this fully funded fellowship allows talented students to pursue Master’s or Doctoral degrees in nano-satellite technologies.

And yes – Pakistani students are fully eligible to apply for this life-changing opportunity!

About the PNST Fellowship

The Post-Graduate Study on Nano-Satellite Technologies (PNST) program is designed to empower students from developing and non-space-faring nations. By studying at Kyutech, you’ll gain hands-on experience in designing, building, testing, and operating nano-satellites – skills that are in high demand as space science becomes a driver of innovation worldwide.

This fellowship is part of UNOOSA’s Access to Space for All Initiative, which helps create opportunities for countries with limited space exploration capabilities.

Host Country	Japan
Host Organization	United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA)
Location	Kyushu Institute of Technology (Kyutech), Fukuoka, Japan
Degree Levels	Master’s (2 years) & Doctoral (3 years)
Eligible Applicants	Students from developing and non-space-faring countries
Deadline	30 November 2025

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Fellowship Benefits

This is a fully funded opportunity, covering every major expense so you can focus on your studies and research:

Monthly stipend of approx. JPY 144,000 (covers living costs, accommodation, food, and local transport).
Tuition fees waived – including entrance exam, matriculation, and full course fees.
Round-trip airfare between your home country and Japan.
World-class training in nano-satellite design, testing, and mission operations.
Global exposure through UNOOSA and Kyutech’s strong international network.
Earn a highly recognized Master’s or Doctoral degree in Space Engineering.

Why You Should Apply

The PNST Fellowship isn’t just about getting a degree—it’s about empowering the next generation of space leaders.

Here’s what makes it special:

Hands-on learning: Work directly on satellite projects in Kyutech’s specialized labs.
Capacity building: Bring advanced space knowledge back to your home country.
Career growth: Open doors to roles in national space agencies, research institutes, and international organizations.
For Pakistan: This fellowship can play a vital role in strengthening Pakistan’s space research ecosystem through trained experts.

Final Words

The MEXT Japan PNST Fellowship 2026 at Kyutech is a rare opportunity to gain world-class expertise in satellite technology with full financial support. It’s especially meaningful for students from countries like Pakistan, where the space sector is rapidly evolving and needs highly skilled professionals.

If you’re passionate about space exploration and want to be part of the next generation of scientists and engineers shaping the future of satellite technology, this fellowship is for you. Apply Now!