Here’s How Pakistani Students Can Study for Free in Japan

Pakistani students looking to pursue higher education in Japan, the Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP) offers a golden opportunity.

This fully-funded scholarship is designed to support students from ADB borrowing member countries, including Pakistan, who are eager to study at prestigious Japanese institutions.

What is the ADB-Japan Scholarship Program?

The ADB-Japan Scholarship Program is a highly competitive, fully-funded scholarship for students pursuing higher education in various fields such as economics, management, health, education, agriculture, environment, natural resource management, and science and technology.

Fields of Study:

The ADB-Japan Scholarship Program offers scholarships in the following fields or areas of study:

• Economics
• Management
• Health
• Education
• Agriculture
• Environment
• Natural resource management
• Science and technology
• Other development-related fields

Benefits of the ADB-JSP:

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

Eligibility Requirements

Before applying, make sure you meet the following eligibility criteria:

1. Nationality: You must be a national of an ADB borrowing member country, such as Pakistan.
2. Educational Qualifications: Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent.
3. Professional Experience: At least two years of full-time professional work experience after completing your degree.
4. Language Proficiency: You should have proficiency in English, both oral and written, to succeed in the academic environment.
5. Age: Applicants must be no older than 35 years of age, unless an exception is made by the Government of Japan.
6. Health: Applicants must be in good health to pursue studies abroad.

How to Apply

The application process involves several key steps. Follow this guide to apply for the ADB-JSP scholarship:

1. Choose Your Academic Institution: First, select the university or institute you wish to apply to. Check their websites for specific program details.
2. Request Information: Reach out to the academic institution of your choice to request information and application forms.
3. Submit the Application: Apply directly to the selected academic institution, stating your interest in being considered for the ADB-JSP scholarship.
4. Institution’s Selection Process: The academic institution will review your application based on its own criteria. After ranking applicants, the institution will submit its recommendations to the ADB.
5. ADB Review and Approval: The ADB will review the ranked list submitted by the institution. If you are shortlisted, your application will be forwarded for formal approval by the Executive Director of Japan. Once approved, the ADB will notify the institution, and they will inform you about the outcome of your application.
6. Sign the Scholarship Agreement: If awarded the scholarship, you will need to sign an Acceptance of Scholarship Award. This confirms that you will return to your home country upon completion of your studies.

List of Universities Participating in ADB-JSP

Here are some of the top universities offering programs under the ADB-Japan Scholarship Program:

Full details of the Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship Program