Japan · Japan
About this opportunity
JDS (Project for Human Resource Development Scholarship) trains future leaders of the Pakistani civil service. Applicants submit an original research plan, take IELTS and a maths test in Islamabad (November–December 2026), then go through interviews; selection runs to March 2027.
JICE handles university admission, flights and visas, and provides about 100 hours of online Japanese training before departure. Women are encouraged to apply.
Who can apply
Pakistani citizens aged 25–40 on 1 April 2027; cadre officers of federal occupational groups or ex-cadre officers BPS-17+; 3+ years' full-time public service; 16 years of education; good English (IELTS 5.5+ preferred). Not for holders of other scholarships or foreign-funded master's degrees.
- Eligible nationalities
- Pakistan
- Study level
- Master's
What the funding covers
Fully funded master's in Japan (tuition, stipend, travel and visa arranged by JICE).
- Tuition Covered
- Stipend or salary Covered
- Travel Covered
- Accommodation Not stated — check the official page
- Health insurance Not stated — check the official page
"Not separately covered" means the provider does not pay for it on top — you pay it yourself, usually from the stipend if there is one.
Documents & tests
The exact document list for this opportunity is not recorded yet. These are the documents usually asked for — confirm the final list on the official page.
- Valid passport
- Transcripts and degree or school-leaving certificates (with certified English translations if needed)
- CV
- Statement of purpose, motivation letter or study plan
- Recommendation letters (usually two)
- English test score (IELTS, TOEFL, etc.) or waiver evidence
- Tests
- Not stated — check the official page
- Application fee
- Not stated — ScholarsChapter itself never charges a fee
How to apply
General steps — the provider's own instructions always take priority.
- Read the full eligibility rules on jds-scholarship.org and confirm you meet every mandatory condition.
- Confirm this year's deadline and time zone on the official page — dates change every cycle.
- Prepare your documents and book any language test early; results can take two weeks or more.
- Write your statement, CV and other texts specifically for this opportunity.
- Submit through the official portal only, keep the confirmation email, and track your application here.
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Program dates
- Program dates
- 1 Aug 2027
- Duration
- 2 years
Quick answers
Who can apply for JDS Scholarship 2027?
Open to: Pakistan. Level: Master's. See "Who can apply" for the full rules.
Is JDS Scholarship 2027 fully funded?
Funding type: Fully funded, Stipend. Covers: tuition, stipend or salary, travel.
What is the deadline for JDS Scholarship 2027?
The deadline is 27 Nov 2026. Status: Open now. Always confirm the date and time zone on the official website.
Does JDS Scholarship 2027 require IELTS or another test?
Our record does not state a test requirement — check the official page and your chosen university.
How do I apply for JDS Scholarship 2027?
Apply only on the official website (jds-scholarship.org). The full steps are listed under "How to apply".
Is there an application fee?
No fee is stated in our record. ScholarsChapter never charges a fee, and no agent can sell you a place.
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- Official source
- jds-scholarship.org
- Last checked
- 19 Oct 2026
- Listing updated
- 19 Oct 2026
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