JDS Scholarship for the Kyrgyz Republic (Project for Human Resource Development Scholarship)
Japanese-government-backed master's and doctoral study in Japan for Kyrgyz civil servants, taught in English; 19 master's places a year. Graduates return to government service for at least three years.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Master’s, PhD
Destination
Japan
Funding
The page says the JDS Project covers selection costs and that JICE arranges air ticket and visa and supports fellows in Japan; tuition and stipend amounts are not described on the page.
Eligible applicants
Kyrgyz civil servants (permanent full-time)
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Overview
JDS Scholarship for the Kyrgyz Republic (Project for Human Resource Development Scholarship) is offered by JICA / JICE (Japan), JDS Project for Master’s, PhD study in Japan. Confirm the current cycle on the official page before applying.
What this scholarship covers
Selection costs
Included
Air ticket and visa arrangement (master's)
Included
Tuition fees
Not specified
Living allowance
Not specified
The page says the JDS Project covers selection costs and that JICE arranges air ticket and visa and supports fellows in Japan; tuition and stipend amounts are not described on the page. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Based on the provider’s published information
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
See official criteria
Scholarship scope
Government scholarship
Last eligibility check
October 13, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic.
- International eligibility
- Only for Kyrgyz civil servants; fellows must return to the Kyrgyz government for at least 3 years.
- AgeRequired
- Master's 22 to 40 as of 1 April 2027; doctoral under 50.
Academic requirements
- Academic recordRequired
- Recognised bachelor's degree (master's track) or master's degree (doctoral track).
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Language requirements
- English languageRequired
- Good written and spoken English; selected master's candidates need TOEFL 400 or higher by end of May 2027.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Countries
- Japan
Official eligibility summary
Kyrgyz citizens who are permanent full-time civil servants (or employees of the Presidential Administration, Jogorku Kenesh office or National Bank) with more than two years of work experience. Master's applicants are aged 22 to 40 on 1 April 2027 with a recognised bachelor's degree; doctoral applicants are under 50 with a master's degree. Those with an overseas master's or doctorate on a foreign scholarship are ineligible.
Applicant profile
- Kyrgyz civil servants (permanent full-time)
Study route
- Master’s, PhD study in Japan
Current-cycle criteria
- Kyrgyz citizens who are permanent full-time civil servants (or employees of the Presidential Administration, Jogorku Kenesh office or National Bank) with more than two years of work experience. Master's applicants are aged 22 to 40 on 1 April 2027 with a recognised bachelor's degree; doctoral applicants are under 50 with a master's degree. Those with an overseas master's or doctorate on a foreign scholarship are ineligible.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
- Research plan
- Application forms
- Recommendation from intended adviser (doctoral)
How to apply
- 1
Read the Application Guideline and download forms from the login-protected link
- 2
Prepare research plan and consult your head or HR division
- 3
Submit online via the JDS Online Application System by the deadline
- 4
Sit the aptitude test in Bishkek, then interviews
Application timeline
Application cycle
For academic year 2027-2028. Master's online application deadline 6 December 2026, 17:00; doctoral deadline 18 December 2026; departure August 2027.
The listed deadline is December 6, 2026. Confirm it on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
JICA / JICE (Japan), JDS Project
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 13, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
The listed deadline is December 6, 2026. Confirm that it remains current on the official provider page.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.