Pre-doctoral and postdoctoral researchers have access to a prestigious, fully supported study opportunity through the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) International Fellowships for study in Japan. Scholars with ties to ASEAN member nations are given special consideration. Under the direction of eminent Japanese scholars, this initiative allows foreign researchers to do short-term cooperative research in Japan.
The JSPS Fellowship encourages exceptional foreign academics to collaborate closely with Japanese host institutions in an effort to promote high-level international research interaction. Fellows gain access to cutting-edge research facilities, international academic networks, and knowledgeable guidance from leading scholars in their disciplines.
This fellowship program supports both ASEAN nationals and non-ASEAN academics connected to ASEAN institutions, with a particular focus on ASEAN-related research collaboration. The program is ideal for early-career researchers looking for overseas research experience because of its generous funding, flexible study period, and lack of constraints on research fields.
All things considered, the JSPS International Fellowships for Research in Japan provide a unique and highly esteemed opportunity to further academic careers, fortify international research collaborations, and support the growth of international academic cooperation.
Host Country: Japan
University: Japan Universities
Opportunity Type: Post Doctorate, PhD, Fellowship
Subject: All Subjects
Eligibility Country: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- The doctorate must have been obtained outside of Japan.
- Candidates cannot have previously been awarded a JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship in any of the applicable categories.
- Each researcher may only receive the fellowship once.
- Even if they live permanently in a country that qualifies, Japanese nationals are ineligible.
- Research experience may not include maternity or parental leave periods.
- The host researchers must be connected to a KAKENHI-eligible research institution.
- They must be employed full-time in research (with official institutional approval; exceptions may be permitted).
- Among the host institutions that qualify are
- Japanese academic institutions
- Organizations connected to MEXT
- Technology colleges
- Other establishments that MEXT has designated
- For the term of the fellowship, the host researcher must stay the same; host changes are not allowed.
Benefits:
Monthly Allowance
- JPY 362,000 per month for PhD holders
- JPY 200,000 per month for non-PhD holders
Additional Financial Benefits
- Round-trip international airfare in accordance with JSPS regulations
- Settling-in allowance of JPY 200,000 for fellowships lasting three months or longer
- Overseas travel insurance coverage
- Research support allowance of up to JPY 70,000 per month, to be requested by the host researcher
Important Note
- Fellows who are already residing in Japan before the fellowship start date are not eligible for the airfare or settling-in allowance.
Deadline: April 28, 2026
