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Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) 2026

The World Bank and the Government of JapanMultipleMultiple universities at 24 universities around the worldmasterScholarship
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Source-first summary

Last checked: February 10, 2026 Funding: Fully funded Deadline: February 27, 2026
Source: https://www.worldbank.org/en/programs/scholarships
Apply URL: https://www.worldbank.org/en/programs/scholarships

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Provider

Organization: The World Bank and the Government of Japan
Location: Not specified in source
Country: Multiple
City: Multiple universities at 24 universities around the world
Level: master

Eligibility

Eligible nationalities: Citizens of developing countries that are World Bank members, Holders of developed country citizenship are not permitted
Fields: Economic Policy Management, Tax Policy and Administration, Infrastructure Management, Sustainable Development Fields, 44 Master's programs at 24 universities
Language/tests: الإنجليزية أو لغة البرنامج المختار

Requirements & documents

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree earned at least 3 years ago
  • 3+ years of work experience in development
  • Currently employed in a full-time development-related job
  • Admission to a participating Master's program
  • No affiliation with the World Bank Group
Documents
  • Unconditional admission from a participating program
  • Two letters of recommendation from employers
  • Proof of work experience in development

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Verification notes

Window 1: January 15 - February 27, 2026. Window 2: March 30 - May 29, 2026. You must obtain admission to a participating program first.
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