Japan Opens JSPS International Fellowships for FY 2026
Scholarship Value
Roundtrip international airfare, Monthly stipend: ¥362,000/month for Postdoctoral Fellows, Settling-in Allowance: ¥200,000, Research Support Grant (up to ¥150,000 for applicable categories) Overseas travel insurance.
Scholarship Information
Eligibility criteria
For Postdoctoral Fellowships [P/PE]: Must hold a PhD (or obtain one before start date). PhD obtained on or after April 2, 2020. Citizens of countries with diplomatic ties to Japan. Those with Japanese citizenship or permanent Japanese residency are ineligible. For Invitational Fellowships [L/S]:Must have a professor/associate professor-equivalent status. Must be affiliated full-time with a foreign institution. Must have a strong record of research contributions.
Discipline Applicable
Scholarships are financial awards that don't need to be repaid. Scholarships are funds generously donated by individuals or corporations to assist you with the financial challenges of pursuing post-secondary studies. These donors are investing in your future career, so take the time to complete an application for the scholarships you can apply for
Arts & Humanities
Physical Science & Math
Social & Behavioural Science