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The Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) 2026 (Windows 1) is a fully funded scholarship opportunity for nationals of developing countries who seek to pursue a master’s degree in development-related fields. This prestigious programme is a partnership between the Government of Japan and the World Bank, designed to build leadership capacity and equip future development practitioners with the advanced skills needed to address global challenges, including poverty, inequality, environmental sustainability, economic growth, health systems, and public policy. The initiative targets emerging leaders and professionals committed to advancing their home countries and the broader global community.
Benefits
Recipients of the Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship receive a comprehensive package of benefits, including:
- Full tuition coverage for the entire master’s programme at a participating university.
- Living stipend to cover daily expenses for the duration of the study.
- Round-trip economy airfare from the recipient’s home country to the host university.
- Travel allowance for arrival and departure.
- Health insurance and coverage for certain academic materials.
- Opportunity to study at world-class institutions offering development-focused curricula.
- Access to the global network of World Bank scholars, practitioners, and development leaders.
This full funding allows scholars to focus completely on academic achievement and professional growth without financial burden.
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Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the JJ/WBGSP 2026 (Windows 1), applicants generally must:
- Be a national of a World Bank member developing country.
- Hold a bachelor’s degree or higher with strong academic credentials.
- Have at least three years of recent work experience in development-related sectors.
- Demonstrate a commitment to returning to and contributing to their home country’s development after graduation.
- Be accepted into a master’s programme on the JJ/WBGSP eligible list at the time of application.
- Meet any language proficiency requirements of the host institution.
The programme typically focuses on areas including public policy, economics, health, infrastructure, education, environmental management, and related development disciplines.
Application process and documents required
The application process involves several key steps:
- Online application submission through the JJ/WBGSP portal.
- Proof of admission or pending admission to an eligible master’s programme.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) detailing education and professional experience.
- Statement of purpose explaining academic goals, professional plans, and development impact vision.
- Letters of recommendation from academic or professional referees.
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates.
- Any required language test results (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL) as specified by the host university.
Shortlisted applicants may be contacted for further information or interviews.
