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Asian Development Bank Japan Scholarship Program 2026

Awarded by Asian Development Bank (ADB)

Scholarship Details

Eligible Degrees

Masters

Funding Type

Full Funding · Full tuition fees + Medical insurance + Travel expenses + Other benefits

Eligible Courses

Selected subjects offered by the universities

Eligible Nationalities

Open to citizens of an ADB borrowing member country

Can Be Taken At

Japan and other designated institutions in the Asia and Pacific region

Provider

Asian Development Bank (ADB)

Last Verified On

10 Feb 2026 by WeMakeScholars Scholarship Team

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Overview

Eligibility Criteria for the Asian Development Bank Japan Scholarship Program 2026:

Applicants must:

  • Be a national of an ADB borrowing member country.
  • Hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a strong academic record.
  • Have at least two years of full‑time professional work experience acquired after earning the bachelor’s degree.
  • Be proficient in oral and written English.
  • Be in good health.
  • Be 35 years old or younger at the time of application (some exceptions up to age 45 for senior programmes).
  • Agree to return to their home country after completing their studies to contribute to development.
  • Not already be enrolled in a graduate degree programme at the time of application.

Value/Benefits of the Asian Development Bank Japan Scholarship Program 2026:

The ADB-Japan Scholarship Program provides:

  • Full tuition fees
  • Monthly subsistence allowance (including housing)
  • Books and instructional materials
  • Medical insurance
  • Travel expenses

Application Process:

  • Candidates must first gain admission to an approved postgraduate programme at a designated institution. 
  • Applicants complete the ADB‑JSP application form and required documentation, often via the host institution’s scholarship or admissions office.
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2

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3

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4

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5

Scholarship Decision

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Documents Needed

  • Academic Transcripts (Usually required)

  • Income Certificate (For need-based scholarships)

  • Identity Proof (Usually required)

  • Admission / Offer Letter (For select scholarships)

  • Statement of Purpose (If applicable)

  • Language Test Scores (If applicable)

  • Recommendation Letters (If applicable)

  • Other Supporting Documents (As specified by the scholarship provider)

Note: The exact document requirements vary by scholarship. Always refer to the official application guidelines

FAQs

  • Yes, you can secure an education loan to study abroad at Asian Development Bank (ADB). Education loans are of two types — Collateral and non-collateral. Collateral includes either: Immovable property – a house or a flat or land (or) liquid security – an FD, or LIC or shares or bonds. Agricultural lands are not accepted by any bank for education loan.

    Public banks like SBI, BOB offer these types of education loans. There are many NBFCs who offer Non-collateral education loans. Apply for the best education loan to study abroad.
  • The deadline of Asian Development Bank Japan Scholarship Program 2026 is N/A.
  • Asian Development Bank Japan Scholarship Program 2026 is offered to Masters degree.
  • Asian Development Bank Japan Scholarship Program 2026 is offered for Selected subjects offered by the universities.
  • Asian Development Bank Japan Scholarship Program 2026 is open for: Open to citizens of an ADB borrowing member country.
  • Asian Development Bank Japan Scholarship Program 2026 is offered by Asian Development Bank (ADB).
  • Asian Development Bank Japan Scholarship Program 2026 covers Full Funding, Full tuition fees + Medical insurance + Travel expenses + Other benefits.