Round 1 applications for the Joint Japan World Bank Scholarship 2026 are open, offering fully funded master’s study for students from developing countries, including Pakistan.

The Joint Japan World Bank Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) 2026 has officially opened Round 1 applications, offering a fully funded opportunity for international students from developing countries to pursue master’s degrees at leading global universities.

Funded by the World Bank Group, the prestigious scholarship supports graduate studies in development-related fields at 41 eligible master’s programs across 24 top-ranked universities in the United States, Europe, Africa, Oceania, and Japan. The deadline to apply for Round 1 is February 27, 2026.

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Fully Funded Financial Benefits

Successful candidates selected under the Joint Japan World Bank Scholarship 2026 will receive comprehensive financial coverage, including:

• Round-trip economy class airfare
• Additional travel allowance of $600
• Full tuition fees
• Monthly living stipend
• Accommodation and food support
• Books and academic materials
• Comprehensive medical insurance

There is no application fee for the World Bank Scholarship, making it one of the most accessible fully funded programs globally.

Eligible Universities and Master’s Programs

Applicants must first secure unconditional admission to one of the participating master’s programs before applying for the scholarship.

United States:

• Yale University – Master’s in Systemic Risk
• Columbia University – MPA (Economic Policy / Global Leadership)
• Johns Hopkins University – Master of Public Health
• UC Berkeley – Master of Development Practice
• Brandeis University – MA in Global Sustainability, Global Health, or Public Policy
• Williams College – MA in Policy Economics

Japan:

• University of Tokyo – Master of Public Policy
• University of Tsukuba – Master’s in Economic and Public Policy

Europe:

• Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam / KIT – MS in Public Health and Health Equity

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Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the JJ/WBGSP 2026, applicants must:

• Be a citizen of a developing country
• Not hold dual citizenship of a developed country
• Be in good physical health
• Hold a bachelor’s degree earned at least three years before the deadline
• Have minimum three years of full-time development-related work experience
• Receive unconditional admission to an eligible master’s program

How to Apply

Applicants must first apply directly to one of the eligible master’s programs offered by participating universities. Only candidates with unconditional admission offers will receive access to the World Bank Scholarship application form.

All applications are submitted online through the official World Bank Scholarship portal.

This fully funded opportunity aims to develop future global leaders by equipping professionals with advanced knowledge to contribute to sustainable development in their home countries.