ADB–Japan Scholarship 2027 for International Graduate Program at Kyushu University

Kyushu University’s Graduate School of Bioresource and Bioenvironmental Sciences is now accepting applications for the Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship Program (ADB–JSP) 2027. This program offers a unique opportunity for talented students from ADB member countries to pursue a fully funded Master’s degree in Japan.

The International Graduate Program (IGP), established in 1994, provides advanced education and research opportunities in bioresources, agriculture, and environmental sciences. Entirely taught in English, the program allows students to work closely with supervisors on research projects and submit a thesis for their degree. Students may also take optional Japanese language classes during their stay.

Two scholarships are available for the October 2026 intake. Selected scholars will join a world-class academic community at Kyushu University, gaining the expertise and global perspective needed to drive sustainable development in their home countries.

Applicants must prepare and submit the following documents

Completed Application Form (from potential supervisor)

Field of Study and Study Program Form

Bachelor’s degree certificate and official transcripts

Two recommendation letters (academic and professional)

Income and employment certificates

English proficiency certificate (TOEFL/IELTS/Cambridge)

Passport copy and a recent photograph

Job Description, Future Plan, and Information Sheet

Proof of family income (under specified limit)

Selection Process

The Asian Development Bank will select the scholarship recipients who have passed the screening conducted by the Graduate School of Bioresource and Bioenvironmental Sciences.

The Student Affairs Division will then notify the successful scholarship recipients.

All applicants who have passed the Scholarship Screening are required to pay 30,000 JPY for the Admission Screening.

The final decision announcement for successful applicants will be via email in late July.

Applicants must

Be nationals of an ADB borrowing member country

Hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (minimum 16 years of education)

Have at least two years of full-time professional work experience

Be under 35 years old as of January 15, 2027

Demonstrate English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalent)

Be in good health

Commit to return to their home country for at least two years after graduation.

Have no prior overseas study experience and income under US$25,000 per year

The following is the list of eligible ADB borrowing member countries

Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, Cook Islands, Fiji, Georgia, India, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Kiribati, Kyrgyz Republic, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Maldives, Marshall Islands, Federal States of Micronesia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nauru, Nepal, Niue, Pakistan, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Tajikistan, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Vietnam

Asian Development bank Scholarship offers the following benefits

Full tuition coverage (actual costs)

Monthly stipend and subsistence allowance

Student medical and accident insurance

Educational materials allowance

Round-trip airfare between the home country and Japan

The scholarship covers up to two years, with renewal based on satisfactory academic performance.

Contact a potential supervisor at Kyushu University before applying.

Submit the Online Entry Form between November 1 and 30, 2026

If shortlisted, submit all required documents to the supervisor for official processing.

Wait for final confirmation from the Student Affairs Division.

For details, visit the official website of Kyushu University or review the ADB Scholarship call. For inquiries, email: [email protected]