Japanese delegation arrives at MU for international placement drive
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, October 21 2026: A delegation of 20 representatives from six Japanese social welfare corporations arrived at Manipur University on Wednesday to conduct an international placement drive for candidates seeking employment in Japan.

The recruitment programme is being organised by the Department of Vocational Studies and Skill Development (DVSSD), Manipur University, in association with NSDC International and other participating organisations.

Head of DVSSD, Dr Nambram Amulkumar said the delegation comprises senior officials of six Japanese companies, accompanied by officials from NSDC International, National Skill Development Corporation and Zenken Corporation.

The companies will conduct recruitment interviews on October 22, from 9 am to 4 pm.

The selection process will include group interviews, personal interviews and other assessments.

According to Dr Amulkumar, a total of 30 candidates will appear for the interviews, including 20 students from DVSSD, Manipur University, and 10 candidates from Siliguri.

The six participating organisations are Social Welfare Corporation Fukushi Gakudan, Social Welfare Corporation Life no Gakkou, Social Welfare Corporation Gasshoen.

Social Welfare Corporation Mineyama Social Welfare Corporation Kuneikai and Social Welfare Corporation Goshiki.

These organisations operate in different regions of Japan, including Tokyo, Miyagi, Kyoto, Gunma and Fukushima.

Several of them already employ Indian candidates, while others have recruited Indian workers who are expected to join in the coming months.

Social Welfare Corporation Goshiki, based in Fukushima, is participating in a recruitment initiative in India for the first time.

The Japanese delegation includes Tanaka Nobuya, President of Life no Gakkou; Iida Daisuke, President of Fukushi Gakudan; Mori Kazushige, President of Gasshoen; Kushida Tasuku, President of Mineyama; Obayashi Takamitsu.

Managing Director of Kuneikai; and Iwaya Katsuyoshi, Facility Head of Goshiki, along with other senior officials.

The Indian delegation includes Anshul Singhal, Deputy General Manager, NSDC International; Masotmi Zimik, State Engagement Officer, NSDC; and Bhavyaa Bisht, Senior Analyst, NSDC International.

Dr Amulkumar encouraged youth interested in employment opportunities in Japan to approach DVSSD for detailed information.

He said candidates who have passed Class XII or completed graduation, as well as those possessing a one-year diploma or certificate in hospitality, may contact the Department.

The Department, which also offers Japanese language training, is working to create pathways for youth from Manipur to acquire necessary language skills and prepare for employment in Japan.

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