Alexander von Humboldt Foundation
JSPS Research Fellowship
Rolling deadline; selection committee meets in February, June and October
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The JSPS Research Fellowship, administered for German researchers via the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, funds research stays in Japan of 1 to 24 months with a monthly stipend of JPY 362,000. It is open to researchers who completed their doctorate no more than six years ago and hold German citizenship or permanent residence; Japanese citizens are not eligible. Applications are accepted continuously and reviewed at selection meetings held in February, June and October.
Details
| Funder | Alexander von Humboldt Foundation |
| Consortium | No - individual applicant, hosted by a research institution in Japan arranged with a Japanese host researcher |
| Application | Single stage: continuous submission with peer review, decided at next selection committee meeting (Feb/June/Oct); final approval pending JSPS decision ~3 months later |
| Frequency | Continuous |
| Career stage | Early-career opportunity |
| Eligible countries | DE |
Eligibility & scope
For researchers from Germany (German citizenship or permanent residence; Japanese citizens are not eligible) to carry out research in Japan. The doctorate must be completed no more than six years ago (cut-off 1 April of the Japanese financial year). JSPS pays a monthly fellowship (currently JPY 362,000) for stays of 1 to 24 months. Applications are reviewed at selection meetings in February, June and October; apply four to seven months ahead.
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers within six years of completing their doctorate
- •German citizens or permanent residents of Germany (Japanese citizens not eligible)
- •Applicants able to secure a host institution and statement in Japan
- •Researchers seeking a stay of 1 to 24 months abroad
Key Dates
- •Rolling deadline; apply four to seven months ahead of the target selection meeting
- •Selection meetings held in February, June and October, with JSPS final decision within about 3 months
- •Fellowship duration: 1 to 24 months
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Time your application 4-7 months before the selection meeting you're targeting, late submissions miss the cycle entirely.
- ✓Secure the host institution statement early; it's a required part of the application, not a formality.
- ✓Because review happens only three times a year, a missed meeting adds several months to your timeline, plan around it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the JSPS Research Fellowship pay?
It pays a monthly fellowship currently set at JPY 362,000 for stays of 1 to 24 months in Japan.
Who is eligible for the JSPS Research Fellowship?
German citizens or permanent residents who completed their doctorate no more than six years ago; Japanese citizens are not eligible.
How often can I apply for the JSPS Research Fellowship?
Applications are accepted continuously, with selection meetings held in February, June and October.
Is a host institution required for the JSPS Research Fellowship?
Yes, the fellowship requires hosting by a research institution in Japan along with a host statement.
How long does the JSPS Research Fellowship decision take?
JSPS issues its final decision within about three months after the relevant selection committee meeting.
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