ADB-Japan Scholarship Program Last Date & Deadlines 2026
Application Deadline
31 July 2026
The primary final application deadline for the ADB-Japan Scholarship Program for the 2026/2027 academic intake is generally July 31, 2026, for the 2026 program. However, official application deadlines vary significantly by participating university, with some institutions, such as Nagoya University and the University of Tokyo, having had deadlines as early as June 30, 2026, for their April 2027 intake.
Timeline Details & Extensions
Applications must be submitted and finalized before 11:59 PM on the closing date. We advise students to submit applications at least a week in advance to avoid last-minute server bottlenecks.
- Institute-level verification continues for 15-30 days after the student application deadline.
- Incomplete or unfinalized drafts are auto-rejected on the last date.
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.