Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) 2025
By Opportunity Mentor | Updated 26 February 2025
The Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) is a fully funded scholarship that supports students from developing countries in pursuing master’s degrees in fields related to economic development at top Japanese universities.
Scholarship Benefits
- Full tuition coverage at a participating Japanese university.
- Monthly stipend for living expenses.
- Round-trip airfare to Japan.
- Health insurance and research grants.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be from a World Bank member developing country, including Pakistan.
- Must have at least 3 years of development-related work experience.
- Must hold a bachelor’s degree earned at least 3 years before the application date.
- Should plan to return to their home country after graduation.
Application Process
- Check the list of participating Japanese universities.
- Apply directly to the university and secure admission.
- Submit a separate JJ/WBGSP scholarship application through the World Bank portal.
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further evaluation.
Application Deadline: May 23, 2025