ADB-Japan Scholarship Program Apply Online 2026
How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
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**Identify Participating Institutions**: Review the list of designated academic institutions in Japan (and other Asia-Pacific countries) that offer programs eligible for the ADB-JSP. The official ADB website provides a list of these institutions.
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**Request Information**: Contact your chosen academic institution(s) directly to request detailed information, application forms, and specific deadlines for admission and scholarship consideration.
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**Apply for Admission**: Complete the academic institution's application form for your desired Master's program. During this process, clearly indicate that you wish to be considered for the ADB-Japan Scholarship Program.
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**Gather Documents**: Prepare all required documentation, including the university's application materials, your academic transcripts, English proficiency proof, work experience certificates, income statements (both individual and family), and the specific ADB-JSP Information Sheet.
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**Submit Application**: Submit all completed application forms and supporting documents directly to your chosen academic institution by their specified deadline. Ensure all documentation is accurate and complete, as incomplete applications may not be processed.
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**Selection Process**: The academic institution will screen and rank applicants, then recommend a shortlist to the ADB. The final selection will be made by the ADB.
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**Notification**: Successful candidates will be notified by the academic institution or the ADB.
FAQs for ADB-Japan Scholarship Program
Q.Can I apply directly to the Asian Development Bank for the ADB-Japan Scholarship Program?
No, direct applications to the ADB are not accepted. You must apply for admission to a Master's program at one of the ADB-JSP designated academic institutions and indicate your interest in the scholarship through their application process. The institution will then recommend eligible candidates to the ADB.
Q.Is the ADB-Japan Scholarship Program available for PhD studies or undergraduate degrees?
No, the ADB-Japan Scholarship Program is exclusively for Master's degree programs in development-related fields such as economics, business and management, science and technology, and other relevant areas. It does not support undergraduate or doctoral studies.
Q.What is considered a 'superior academic record' for eligibility?
A 'superior academic record' generally means a strong performance in your Bachelor's degree. While specific percentage marks may vary by institution, it is informally considered to be a GPA equivalent to about 3.5 out of 4.0 or higher.
Q.Are there any restrictions on returning to my home country after completing the scholarship?
Yes, a core condition of the scholarship is that recipients must agree to return to and work in their home country for at least two years after the completion of their studies. This commitment is central to the program's goal of contributing to the economic and social development of ADB's developing member countries.