The Asian Development Bank – Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP) is currently open for applications from international students across 40 eligible countries.
This fully funded postgraduate scholarship is designed for studies in economics, business and management, science and technology, and other development-related fields.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Thailand (and other countries in Asia and the Pacific)
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Master’s Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: 40 Countries (ADB Member Countries)
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Living Stipends | Housing | Flight Costs
- Deadline: Varies by Institution
Scholarship Details
The ADB-Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP) was launched in April 1988 through the support of the Government of Japan. Each year, about 135 graduate scholarships are awarded to qualified candidates from ADB developing member countries.
This initiative supports full-time Master’s degree programs at over 29 partner institutions in 10 countries across Asia and the Pacific.
Available Programs
The scholarship covers a wide range of development-related fields, including:
Science and Technology
- Agriculture
- Biological Sciences
- Computer Science
- Energy
- Engineering
- Environment
- Forestry
- Genetics
- Health
Economics, Business, and Management
- Accounting
- Business Administration
- Commerce
- E-Business
- Entrepreneurship
- Finance
- International Cooperation
- Social Sciences
Development Studies
- Asia Pacific Studies
- Development Management
- Development Studies
Law and Public Policy
- International Business Law
- Environmental Law
- Policy Studies
- Political Science
- Public Administration
- Public Policy
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the ADB-JSP 2025, applicants must:
- Be a citizen of an ADB borrowing member country eligible for Japanese ODA
- Not hold dual citizenship of a developed country
- Have gained admission to an approved Master’s program at a designated institution
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with a strong academic record
- Have at least two years of full-time work experience (post-university)
- Be proficient in English (oral and written)
- Be under 35 years of age at the time of application (unless exempted)
- Be in good health
- Commit to returning and working in their home country for at least two years after graduation
- Not be staff, close relatives, or consultants of ADB or its designated institutions
- Not reside, work, or study in a country other than their home country at the time of application
- Not already be enrolled in a graduate degree program
Scholarship Benefits
Successful scholars will receive:
- Full tuition coverage
- Monthly living and housing allowance
- Books and instructional materials
- Medical insurance
- Round-trip airfare
- Thesis preparation grant (for research students)
- Preparatory courses (in special cases such as computer literacy or language training)
How to Apply
To apply for the ADB-Japan Scholarship Program:
- Visit the official scholarship site
- Download the ADB-JSP application form
- Request program-specific information from your chosen institution
- Prepare and submit all required documents including:
- Completed ADB-JSP application form
- ADB-JSP information sheet
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of work experience
- Admission letter to a participating institution
After Submission:
- The institution evaluates applications and selects qualified candidates
- Shortlisted candidates are forwarded to ADB
- ADB recommends awardees to the Japanese Executive Director for approval
- Final scholars are selected by ADB and notified by their institution
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