Pakistani students now have an exceptional chance to study at the University of Tokyo through the Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship Program (ADB–JSP) 2026, a fully funded master’s scholarship that covers tuition, airfare, monthly allowance, and medical insurance.
The opportunity, available to students from ADB member countries including Pakistan, offers admission to select master’s programs at one of the world’s most prestigious universities – the University of Tokyo.
According to program details, applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree, have at least two years of professional experience, and be under 35 years of age. They must also agree to return and work in their home country for two years after completing their degree.
The scholarship includes full tuition, a monthly stipend, travel costs, and a research or thesis grant, ensuring that recipients can focus entirely on their academic pursuits.
The program spans departments within the Graduate School of Frontier Sciences, such as Environmental Studies, International Studies, and Sustainability Science.
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The ADB–JSP initiative aims to develop future leaders who can contribute to economic and social development in their home countries, particularly across Asia and the Pacific.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements to qualify for the scholarship:
Nationality: Be a national of an ADB borrowing member country or a Japanese ODA scholarship-eligible country (including Pakistan).
Age Limit: Must be under 35 years old at the time of application (unless an exception is granted).
Academic Qualifications: Must hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a superior academic record.
Professional Experience: Have at least two years of full-time professional work experience after obtaining a university degree.
Language Proficiency: Applicants should have proficiency in oral and written English to undertake studies in English.
Post-Study Commitment: Agree to return to and work in your home country for at least two years after completing the degree.
Dual Citizenship: Applicants must not hold dual citizenship with any developed country.
Specific Restrictions: Cannot be a staff member, consultant, or relative of an Executive Director at ADB.
Deadline:
Applicants are required to submit applications by December 10, 2025, including transcripts, a research plan, and two recommendation letters sent directly by referees to the university.
Shortlisted candidates will be notified by February 2026, with final selections in May 2026. Classes will commence on October 1, 2026.
For more details, students can visit the official ADB–Japan Scholarship website or email the International Liaison Office at ilo@edu.k.u-tokyo.ac.jp
