FULLY FUNDED : Apply For The ADB–Japan Scholarship Program 2026

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FULLY FUNDED : Apply For The ADB–Japan Scholarship Program 2026

Established in 1988, the ADB–JSP aims to cultivate leaders who will contribute to sustainable and inclusive growth in their home countries. Scholars are expected to return home upon completing their studies to apply their new expertise in driving economic, social, and environmental development.

The program covers a range of disciplines vital to regional advancement, including:

Science and Technology (Engineering, Environment, Health, Energy, Computer Science, Agriculture)
Economics, Business, and Management (Finance, International Cooperation, Entrepreneurship, Accounting, E-Business)
Development Studies (Development Management, Asia-Pacific Studies, Social Sciences)
Law and Public Policy (Public Administration, International Law, Political Science, Policy Studies)

The application deadline is on a rolling basis.

Scroll down for more details and click on the official link attached below to apply for this opportunity.

Host Institution

The Asian Development Bank (ADB)

Program Type

Fully Funded

Program Benefits

- Selected scholars receive a comprehensive financial package, including:

- Full tuition fees

- Monthly allowance for living and housing expenses

- Books and study materials

- Medical insurance

- Travel costs to and from the academic institution

-Additional research or thesis preparation grants, where applicable

Eligibility Criteria

- Be a citizen of an ADB borrowing member country eligible for Japanese ODA support.

- Hold a bachelor’s degree with an excellent academic record.

- Have at least two years of full-time professional experience post-graduation.

- Be under 35 years old at the time of application (exceptions may apply).

- Be proficient in English (both written and spoken).

- Be in good health and committed to returning home to contribute to national development for at least two years after completing the program.

- Not hold dual citizenship with a developed country.

- Not be currently employed by ADB, its affiliates, or the designated academic institutions.

Eligible Countries

Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, Fiji, India, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Laos, Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Vietnam.

Official Link

https://www.adb.org/work-with-us/careers/japan-scholarship-program