ADB-Japan Program for International Students, 2020 (Fully Funded)

The Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship Program (ADB–JSP) offers about 140 postgraduate scholarships a year for studies in economics, management, science and technology, and other development-related fields at participating academic institutions.

What is offered

The scholarship provides full tuition fees, a monthly allowance for expenses, housing, books and instructional materials, medical insurance and travel. For scholars engaged in research, a special grant may be available for thesis preparation. In special circumstances, computer literacy, preparatory language and other similar courses may be covered under the scholarship.

Who is eligible

The program is open to those who have gained admission to an approved MA course at a participating academic institution. Candidates should be 35 years old or younger; in good health; with a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent; and have a superior academic record. Upon completion of their study programs, scholars are expected to return to their home country to contribute to its economic and social development.

Scholarships are available to citizens of the following countries/areas:

  • Afghanistan
  • Armenia
  • Azerbaijan
  • Bangladesh
  • Bhutan
  • Cambodia
  • Cook Islands
  • Georgia
  • India
  • Indonesia
  • Fiji
  • Kazakhstan
  • Kiribati
  • Kyrgyz Republic
  • Lao People’s Democratic Republic
  • Malaysia
  • Maldives
  • Marshall Islands
  • Federated States of Micronesia
  • Mongolia
  • Myanmar
  • Nauru
  • Nepal
  • Niue
  • Pakistan
  • Palau
  • Papua New Guinea
  • Philippines
  • Samoa
  • Solomon Islands
  • Sri Lanka
  • Tajikistan
  • Thailand
  • Timor-Leste
  • Tonga
  • Turkmenistan
  • Tuvalu
  • Uzbekistan
  • Vanuatu
  • Viet Nam

How to apply

Find out more about how to apply.
Official website

28 Responses

  1. S. M. Nasim says:

    It is very helpful to take a chance for a higher study of a student in the under developing countries like Bangladesh

  2. SHIRIN AKTER says:

    Excellent but it should be offered for not only superior students but also for all.

  3. Md. Shamim Hossain says:

    I want to study MA in English

  4. WAMP, Jason says:

    Very helpful for brilliant students who desire to pursue their studies. Very thankful about this program, thank you so much.

  5. Humnasheen Izhar says:

    Is it for Science students who wants to do scientific research, I mean Ph.D.

  6. Insavai says:

    If we apply for this scholarship, how high of IELTS test score do you expected for?

  7. Abomuslim says:

    Hello I am going to apply this university. How can I have a contact with advisor?

  8. Muhammad ali says:

    Hi sir im ali from pak i should apply hotel management my contact number 923016669809

  9. Akoto Joachim says:

    Please do you have masters scholarship for African students, Ghana to be specific?

  10. Aftab Khan says:

    I have completed my graduation in bachelor of science bscn and want to do Masters program or MD

  11. Muneeb ul Ghani Dar says:

    Can I get admission in Bsc civil engineering

  12. Chiedza Tudu says:

    How are you .May you please help me financially. Your help will be greatly appreciated

  13. Tan chia yang says:

    ADB japan program

  14. Very beneficial for our education and our future

  15. Ricky says:

    If i come for study there do i will be able to part time job for my personal expenses ???? And what would be for my spouse (wife) can she also come along with me ???

  16. JOE KAGL says:

    Interested to Study Technology.

  17. Shanika Don says:

    I would like to study masters in Research degree or PHD related to Accounting. Because I have already finished masters in professional accounting degree.But I like to learn about research and I need to be an innovative person .
    Thank you

  18. M. Kazemi says:

    Dears
    Why IRAN is not part of the game? Iranian people are not IRI!
    Than you,

  19. Walter Damien Wingu says:

    I there any ADB scholarship for for other disciplines like Education, public policy, Public Administration and Leadership and Management?
    If there is any,I am interested and would like to hear from you soon.

    Cheers.
    Walter Wingu
    Papua New Guinea

  20. Misbah nawaz says:

    I want a free funded scholarship for my study.

  21. Bartolomeu Piedade Oliveir says:

    Applay

  22. Sarju Shah says:

    Can my Son apply for Science Graduate Programme… He completed 12th Science

  23. Maryam says:

    I don’t know why this scholarships is not availble for Iranian citizens
    Hmmm

  24. Debrah says:

    This is so nice, how benevolent and thoughtful of ADB-Japan Program. Thank you very much for this brilliant idea and opportunity given to people. How I wish the scholarship is available for citizens of Nigeria too.

  25. Mathias Manga Putaya says:

    Please send detials

  26. Priscilla Veveloga says:

    I’m very interested

  27. Ekene says:

    Why is my Country not listed here (Nigeria) this is the kind of opportunity I have been looking for.

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