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About the scholarship
The ADB–Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP) at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU), Beppu, funds a Master's degree for professionals from ADB developing member countries. The goal is to train people who will contribute to the economic and social development of their home countries. You apply through APU — there is no direct application to the ADB.
Eligibility
- Citizen of an eligible ADB borrowing member country (India is included); must not hold dual citizenship of a developed country.
- Living and working in your home country at the time of application.
- Bachelor's degree plus at least two years of full-time work experience after graduation.
- 35 years old or younger at the time of application.
- Strong English communication skills; secure admission to an approved APU Master's programme.
- Not currently enrolled in a graduate degree, and not applying for a second Master's.
- Family income ≤ US$50,000/year; personal income ≤ US$25,000/year (income certificate may be required).
- Agree to return home after completing the degree.
Benefits
- Full admission fee and full tuition at APU.
- Monthly allowance of ¥144,000 (including housing; subject to adjustment).
- Books and instructional materials, medical insurance.
- Economy airfare from home country to APU and back.
- Initial grant for one year, extendable to a second year on satisfactory academic performance.
Documents required
- Passport / national ID
- Bachelor's degree certificate + transcripts
- Employment certificate(s) with dates and salary (or income tax return)
- Statement of purpose / motivation letter
- English proficiency proof
- Family income certification
How to apply
- Apply to APU's graduate schoolthrough the APU online application system for the September 2027 intake.
- Upload ADB-JSP documentsEmployment certificates, income proof, SOP and English evidence via the portal.
- Meet the deadlines5 Nov 2026 (first round) or 8 Jan 2027 (second round).
FAQs
Yes — India is an eligible ADB borrowing member country.
No — ADB-JSP applications go through APU.
¥144,000 per month including housing support.
Initially one year, extendable to a second year on good academic performance.
Verified 16 Oct 2026 via daadscholarship.com, fellowshipsguide.com, opportunitiesradar.com, scholarshipsedge.com and brightscholarship.com (deadlines 5 Nov 2026 / 8 Jan 2027; full tuition + ¥144,000/month; India eligible; 2 yrs experience; ≤35).
