JSPS International Fellowships for Research in Japan 2027–2028

The JSPS International Fellowships for Research in Japan 2027–2028 is a government-backed funded research mobility programme that brings global researchers to Japanese universities and research institutes. It offers a postdoctoral track with up to two years of funded research in Japan, including a monthly stipend, airfare, and additional allowances, for collaborations across all disciplines. Applicants must secure a host researcher in Japan and hold a PhD (or expect to obtain one) within the last six years.

Monthly stipend, airfare, settling-in allowance, travel insurance, and access to research grants via host institutions.

Open to PhD holders (or candidates who will have obtained a PhD within the last six years) who are citizens of countries with diplomatic relations with Japan and must secure a host researcher at a Japanese institution before applying.

Applications must be submitted through the JSPS Electronic Application System by the host institution; direct applications are not accepted.