Education ministry requests a 1,540億円 increase in national university operating grants for fiscal 2027
At the 82nd meeting of the National University Corporation Evaluation Committee on 15 September 2026, Ohno Hideo, who chairs a working group reviewing national universities, reported that the group had held hearings with all 85 corporations. He said universities should clarify their missions and consider cooperation or, where appropriate, integration. The ministry's fiscal 2027 request seeks to raise operating grants by 1,540億円, bringing the total to 1兆2,512億円.
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What does it mean?
National universities receive a large share of their funding from the government through an operating grant. The ministry is asking for a substantial increase so these universities can keep staff and carry out research and education.
Who is affected?
National university corporations, and the students and staff who depend on their budgets.