Career Opportunities for Indian Graduates in Japan – Study, Work, and Grow

Earn and Learn Program in Japan

Japan, with its robust economy and high demand for skilled professionals, presents a unique opportunity for Indian graduates aiming to advance their careers abroad. As the world’s 4th largest economy, Japan is actively seeking to fill positions across various industries by recruiting talented graduates from India. This program offers a structured pathway for candidates to gain essential language skills, cultural understanding, and professional experience in Japan. Through comprehensive Japanese language (Nihongo) training and part-time work opportunities, participants can integrate seamlessly into the Japanese workforce, paving the way for long-term career success.

Program Highlights

  1. Candidate Requirements

    • Must have a graduation or engineering degree with at least 55% aggregate marks and no backlogs.
    • Applicable for:
      • Engineering: IT/CS, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, and others.
      • Postgraduate degrees: MTech, MBA, MCA, MSc.
      • Bachelor’s degrees: BSc, BCA, BHM, BBM, BCom.
      • 12th Std/Diploma holders.

  2. Program Duration

    • Graduates/Engineers: 12 to 18 months.
    • 12th Grade/Diploma Holders: 18 to 24 months, with an option to pursue further education after program completion.

Program Stages

  1. Stage 1: Pre-Departure (India)

    • Language Training: N5 level Japanese (Nihongo) and partial N4 training (4-5 months).
    • Documentation: Processing of Certificate of Eligibility (CoE) and Student Visa.

  2. Stage 2: Work & Learn in Japan

    • Further Language Training: N4 and N3 Japanese language training, including Japanese business etiquette and social skills.
    • Employment: Part-time work of up to 28 hours/week (full-time up to 40 hours/week during holidays).
      • Earnings: ¥100,000 - ¥120,000 JPY/month or more during part-time work.
    • Visa: 18 to 24-month Student Visa.

  3. Stage 3: Job Placement & Long-Term Career Path

    • Placement Assistance: Provided by the partner university after completing N3 proficiency.
    • Full-Time Job Salaries:
      • Graduates: ¥240,000 to ¥340,000/month (approx. Rs. 1.2 to 1.7 lakhs).
      • 12th/Diploma holders: ¥200,000 to ¥280,000/month (approx. 1 to 1.4 lakhs Yen).

Program Fees and Payment Schedule

  1. Initial Fees in India (INR)

    • Registration Fee: ₹45,000 (due within 5 days of selection).
    • Second Installment: ₹1,00,000 (due before N5-level language training begins).
    • Third Installment: ₹2,35,000 (due after CoE issuance).

  2. Fees in Japan (JPY) [To be paid from India]

    • University/Institute Fees: ¥1,300,000 (approx. INR 7,30,000).

  3. Total Program Cost: Approx. INR 3,80,000 + 68,400 [GST] (India) + ¥13,00,000 [7,30,000] (Japan). = 11,78,400 INR.

Inclusions

  • Japanese Language Training: India (N5 - 6 months) and Japan (up to N3).
  • Complete application and submission assistance.
  • Full immigration documentation support, including translation.
  • Coverage of:
    • 12 months’ tuition fees in Japan.
    • 12 months’ accommodation.
    • 12 months’ insurance.

Benefits

  • Work Benefits (based on company policy):
    • Annual bonus of two months' salary (You will receive a total of 14 months’ salary in a year).
    • Rental advance and allowance (50% monthly rent).
    • Transport Allowance 
    • Overtime allowance (maximum 32 hours/month).
    • Insurance contribution.
    • Commutation allowance (home-office-home travel).
    • Candidates can work 32 hours of overtime per month, and they will receive a premium rate for these extra hours.

Program Timeline

  1. Stage 1 (India): N5 Language Study (6 months).
  2. Stage 2 (Japan): N4 & N3 Language Study (1 - 2 years).
  3. Stage 3 (Japan): Employment or further academic opportunities (e.g., MS, MTech).
Note: Candidates will have the opportunity to work part-time while studying, with prospects for full-time employment after achieving N3 language certification.