World Bank Scholarship 2026 for Developing Country Students (Fully Funded)
The Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) 2026 offers a fully funded scholarship for students from developing countries to pursue a Master’s degree in development-related fields. This prestigious scholarship aims to support professionals who can contribute to the economic and social development of their home countries after completing their studies.
Selected candidates will receive full tuition coverage, round-trip airfare, a monthly living allowance, travel allowance, and health insurance, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in development.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a citizen of a developing country (including Pakistan).
- Not hold citizenship of a developed country.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree completed at least 3 years before application.
- Have a minimum of 3 years of full-time work experience in development-related fields.
- Be admitted to a participating Master’s program before applying.
- Be in good health.
- Not be affiliated with the World Bank Group or related organizations.
Deadline: 15 January – 27 February 2026 and 30 March – 29 May 2026
Benefits
The scholarship covers full tuition fees, round-trip airfare, a monthly living allowance, travel allowance, and health insurance.
