Asian Development Bank – Japan Scholarship Program 2026

Begin your study journey abroad with great news — the Asian Development Bank – Japan Scholarship Program (ADB–JSP) is now open. In this article, we provide a detailed overview of this scholarship, its benefits, and the complete application process step by step.

The Asian Development Bank – Japan Scholarship Program 2025-2026 is a fully funded award for international students pursuing postgraduate studies. Each year, approximately 300 scholarships are granted. The scholarship package covers full tuition fees, a monthly living allowance, housing, books and learning materials, medical insurance, and travel expenses.

Through ADB–JSP, recipients receive financial support including tuition coverage, accommodation allowance, monthly stipend, costs for study materials, medical coverage, and travel assistance. After completing their degree, scholars are encouraged to apply their knowledge and skills toward the economic growth and social development of their home countries.

Scholarship Summary

Level of Study: Masters / PhD
Institution(s): Participating academic institutions
Study in: Hong Kong, China, Japan, India, New Zealand, Pakistan, Philippines Singapore, Thailand and USA
Courses Offered: Economics, Business and Management, Law and Public Policy, Natural resource management, Science and Technology, and other development-related fields.
Number of Scholarships: About 300 scholarships are awarded annually.
Deadline: Check Deadlines.

Scholarship Coverage

The ADB-JSP provides the recipient with the following benefits:

Full tuition fees
Housing allowance
A monthly Stipend
An allowance for books and instructional materials
Travel expenses.
Medical insurance

Eligibility Criteria for Asian Development Bank – Japan Scholarship Program

The following are the eligibility criteria for the Asian Development Bank – Japan Scholarship Program:

Required Language: English
Eligible Countries: The scholarships are open to citizens of ADB’s borrowing member countries
A national of an ADB borrowing member country (applicants from countries that are no longer borrowing from ADB are not eligible for the ADB-JSP Scholarship).
A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent with superior academic record.
Gained admission to an approved MA/PhD course at an academic institution.
At least two (2) years of full-time professional working experience (acquired after a university degree) at the time of application. Proficiency in oral and written English communication skills to be able to pursue studies.
In good health.
Not more than 35 years old at the time of application. In exceptional cases, for programs that are appropriate for senior officials and managers, the age limit is 45 years old.
Should agree to return to his/her home country after completion of studies under the Program.
The staff of academic institutions are not eligible for the Scholarship.
Executive Directors, Alternate Directors, management and staff of ADB, consultants, and relatives of the aforementioned are not eligible for the Scholarship.
Applicants living or working in a country other than his/her home country are not eligible for scholarships.
ADB-JSP does not sponsor undergraduate studies, distance learning programs, short-term training, conferences, seminars, thesis writing, and research projects.
ADB-JSP does not support applicants who are already enrolled in graduate degree programs.

How to Apply for the Asian Development Bank – Japan Scholarship Program?

Please follow the following application instructions to apply for the Asian Development Bank – Japan Scholarship Program:

The following are the required documents:
- Completed ADB-JSP Information Sheet.
- Certificate of Employment for the duration of employment issued by the company.
- Academic documentation – both academic transcripts and degree certificates.
- Certificate of Income issued by the company.
- Copy of your Passport.
- Certificate of Family Income issued by the company. Must be either your parents or spouse’s annual/monthly income.
- Valid IELTS test.
Read the application procedure here.
You must send applications for scholarships at least six months prior to the planned time that you wish to commence your studies. Please refer to the normal month of intake and deadline for application in the participating academic institutions.