JJ/WBGSP Scholarship 2027 | Fully Funded World Bank Scholarship | Masir Borsia
Scholarship
Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) 2027
Multiple Participating Universities
The Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) 2027 is a fully funded graduate scholarship program for eligible citizens of selected developing countries who have relevant professional experience and are committed to contributing to the development of their home countries. The program supports eligible applicants pursuing a Master's degree in a development-related field through one of the official JJ/WBGSP Participating Master's Programs. For 2027, the program offers scholarships for 44 participating Master's programs across 24 universities. Applicants must first obtain unconditional admission, except for financing, to at least one eligible participating Master's program located outside their country of citizenship and country of residence. They must also meet the JJ/WBGSP eligibility requirements and be shortlisted by the participating university before receiving access to the scholarship application form. The scholarship provides tuition, a monthly living allowance, round-trip economy-class airfare, basic medical insurance obtained through the university, and a US$600 travel allowance for each eligible trip. The scholarship normally covers the duration of the graduate program or a maximum of two years, whichever is shorter. After completing their degree, developing-country scholars are expected to return to their home country and use their new skills to contribute to social and economic development. Afghanistan is included in the official 2027 list of eligible countries.
The Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) 2027 is a fully funded graduate scholarship program for eligible citizens of selected developing countries who have relevant professional experience and are committed to contributing to the development of their home countries. The program supports eligible applicants pursuing a Master's degree in a development-related field through one of the official JJ/WBGSP Participating Master's Programs. For 2027, the program offers scholarships for 44 participating Master's programs across 24 universities. Applicants must first obtain unconditional admission, except for financing, to at least one eligible participating Master's program located outside their country of citizenship and country of residence. They must also meet the JJ/WBGSP eligibility requirements and be shortlisted by the participating university before receiving access to the scholarship application form. The scholarship provides tuition, a monthly living allowance, round-trip economy-class airfare, basic medical insurance obtained through the university, and a US$600 travel allowance for each eligible trip. The scholarship normally covers the duration of the graduate program or a maximum of two years, whichever is shorter. After completing their degree, developing-country scholars are expected to return to their home country and use their new skills to contribute to social and economic development. Afghanistan is included in the official 2027 list of eligible countries.
2027 Application Windows: JJ/WBGSP 2027 has two application windows: January 18–February 26, 2027 and March 29–May 21, 2027. The applicable window depends on the participating Master's program.
Admission Required Before Scholarship Application: Applicants must first obtain unconditional admission, except for financing, to at least one participating JJ/WBGSP Master's program. The admission must be for the upcoming academic year and the program must be outside the applicant's country of citizenship and country of residence.
No Direct Application Link for Everyone: The JJ/WBGSP scholarship application form is not publicly available to every applicant. The World Bank communicates the application link to candidates who have been unconditionally admitted, except for financing, to a participating program and shortlisted as eligible by the participating university.
Scholarship Duration: The scholarship covers the duration of the graduate program or two years, whichever is shorter.
Monthly Living Allowance: A monthly subsistence allowance is provided while the scholar is on campus to cover living expenses such as accommodation, food and books. The amount varies according to the host country.
Return Requirement: Developing-country scholars are expected to return to their home country after completing their degree and use their acquired skills to contribute to their country's social and economic development.
Benefits & prizes
Tuition coverage: 100%
Graduate Tuition · 100% tuition covered · Basis: Scholarship Funding · One-time · Covers tuition for the eligible graduate program during the scholarship period.
Monthly Living Allowance · Amount varies · Basis: Scholarship Funding · One-time · A monthly subsistence allowance is provided while the scholar is on campus to cover living expenses such as accommodation, food and books. The amount varies according to the host country.
Round-Trip Economy Airfare · €600 · Basis: Scholarship Funding · One-time · Provides economy-class air travel between the scholar’s home country and the host university at the beginning of the study program and immediately after the scholarship period, together with a US$600 travel allowance for each trip.
Basic Medical Insurance · Amount varies · Basis: Scholarship Funding · One-time · Covers the cost of basic medical insurance obtained through the university.
Travel Allowance · €600 · Basis: Scholarship Funding · One-time · A US$600 travel allowance is provided for each eligible round-trip journey.
Who can apply
Eligible Developing-Country Nationals: Citizens of countries included in the official 2027 JJ/WBGSP eligible-country list may apply, provided they satisfy all other program requirements. Afghanistan is included in the 2027 eligible-country list. Applicants must not hold dual citizenship of any developed country.
Bachelor's Degree: Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent earned at least three years before the scholarship application deadline.
Professional Experience: Applicants must be employed in development-related work in a paid full-time position when submitting the scholarship application and must have at least three years of paid development-related employment after earning their bachelor's degree, acquired within the six years preceding the application deadline. Special consideration is provided for applicants from countries listed as Fragile and Conflict States because of limited employment opportunities.
Participating Master's Admission: Applicants must be admitted unconditionally, except for financing, to at least one eligible JJ/WBGSP participating Master's program outside their country of citizenship and country of residence. The admission letter must be uploaded with the scholarship application.
World Bank Group Relationship Restriction: Applicants cannot be World Bank Group Executive Directors, alternates, staff members of any appointment type, or close relatives of the specified World Bank Group personnel as defined by the program.
Eligibility rules
Other
Applicants must be a citizen of an eligible developing country listed by the World Bank. Afghanistan is included in the 2027 eligible-country list.
Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) earned at least 3 years before the scholarship application deadline.
Applicants must have at least 3 years of paid development-related work experience acquired within the 6 years preceding the scholarship application deadline.
Applicants must be employed full-time in development-related work at the time of applying for the scholarship.
Applicants must have unconditional admission, except for financing, to an eligible participating Master’s program at a university outside their country of citizenship and country of residence.
The selected Master’s program must be one of the JJ/WBGSP participating programs for the relevant application cycle.
Applicants must meet all admission requirements of the selected university and Master’s program, including any applicable English-language requirements.
Applicants must not be a World Bank Group Executive Director, alternate, or staff member, or a close relative of such a person, subject to the program’s eligibility restrictions.
Applicants who previously declined a JJ/WBGSP scholarship or received a JJ/WBGSP scholarship but did not graduate are not eligible.
Scholars are expected to return to their home country after completing the Master’s program and contribute to their country’s development.
There is no general minimum GPA or maximum age requirement specified by JJ/WBGSP itself; however, applicants must satisfy the academic requirements of their selected participating Master’s program.
The program gives special consideration to applicants from Fragile and Conflict-Affected States, where applicable.
Important dates
Deadline: Deadlines vary
Fields of study
Accounting
Agricultural Engineering
Agriculture
Civil Engineering
Climate Change
Demography
Development Studies
Economics
Energy Engineering
Environmental Engineering
Environmental Science
Epidemiology
How to apply
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Check your eligibility
Review the JJ/WBGSP eligibility requirements and confirm that your country, academic background, professional experience, and employment status meet the requirements.
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Choose a participating Master’s program
Select an eligible Master’s program from the official list of JJ/WBGSP participating programs and universities.
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Apply for admission to the university
Submit your application directly to the selected university and Master’s program. You must obtain unconditional admission, except for financing, before applying for the scholarship.
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Obtain the admission offer
Secure an official admission letter from the participating Master’s program.
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Wait for the scholarship application window
JJ/WBGSP has specific application windows. For 2027, the windows are January 18–February 26, 2027 and March 29–May 21, 2027.
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Receive the scholarship application link
Eligible applicants do not simply submit a general public application. After meeting the admission and program requirements, the participating university shortlists eligible candidates and communicates the appropriate JJ/WBGSP application link.
Required documents
Professional Experience Information — Applicants must demonstrate at least three years of qualifying paid development-related employment after obtaining the bachelor's degree, subject to the program's detailed eligibility rules.
Professional Recommendations — Professional recommendations are part of the JJ/WBGSP selection criteria and are evaluated as a major component of the application.
JJ/WBGSP Scholarship Application Form — The JJ/WBGSP application form is provided only to candidates who meet the admission and university-shortlisting conditions.
Additional Admission Documents (optional) — Applicants must also satisfy the document requirements of their selected participating Master's program. These may vary by university and program.
Unconditional Admission Letter — Applicants must have an unconditional admission offer, except for financing, from at least one participating JJ/WBGSP Master's program. The admission letter must be uploaded with the scholarship application.
Bachelor's Degree Certificate — Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent earned at least three years before the scholarship application deadline.
The Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) is a fully funded scholarship program for eligible citizens of selected developing countries pursuing eligible Master's degrees in development-related fields through official participating programs.
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Host country: Multiple Countries
Deadline: Deadlines vary
Eligible students: Africa, Asia, Caribbean, Central America, Central Asia, East Asia, Eastern Europe, Latin America, Middle East, South Asia, Southeast Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa
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Posted by: World Bank Group (WBG) — The Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) 2027 is a fully funded scholarship program for eligible citizens of selected developing countries who wish to pursue a Master’s degree at participating universities around the world. The scholarship covers full tuition, a monthly living allowance, round-trip economy-class airfare, a travel allowance, and basic medical insurance. Applicants must first secure unconditional admission to an eligible participating Master’s program and meet the program’s professional experience and eligibility requirements. The 2027 program includes 44 participating Master’s programs across 24 universities. Afghanistan is among the eligible countries. After completing their studies, scholars are expected to return to their home country and contribute to its development.
Previous JJ/WBGSP Award: Applicants who previously declined a JJ/WBGSP scholarship or previously received a JJ/WBGSP scholarship but did not graduate are not eligible to apply again.
Return to Home Country: Developing-country scholars are expected to return to their home country after completing their degree and use their new skills to contribute to their country's social and economic development.
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Complete the JJ/WBGSP application
Complete the scholarship application and provide the required information and supporting documents before the applicable deadline.
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Submit the application before the deadline
Review all information carefully and submit the completed application within the relevant application window.
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Wait for the selection process
The World Bank and participating institutions review eligible applications according to the program's selection criteria.
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Return to your home country after graduation
Scholarship recipients are expected to return to their home country after completing the Master’s program and contribute to its development.
Eligible regionsAfrica, Asia, Caribbean, Central America, Central Asia, East Asia, Eastern Europe, Latin America, Middle East, South Asia, Southeast Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa
The Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) 2027 is a fully funded scholarship program for eligible citizens of selected developing countries who wish to pursue a Master’s degree at participating universities around the world. The scholarship covers full tuition, a monthly living allowance, round-trip economy-class airfare, a travel allowance, and basic medical insurance. Applicants must first secure unconditional admission to an eligible participating Master’s program and meet the program’s professional experience and eligibility requirements. The 2027 program includes 44 participating Master’s programs across 24 universities. Afghanistan is among the eligible countries. After completing their studies, scholars are expected to return to their home country and contribute to its development.
