Application for JDS 2022 is already closed.
The Project for Human Resource Development Scholarship by Japanese Grant Aid (JDS) has been started in Bhutan since 2018. Up to the present, total of 38 Fellows (35 Masters and 3 PhD) have been sent to Japan.
JDS is now inviting potential applicants who understand its aims and are interested in 2-year master degree / 3-year PhD program at Japanese accepting universities for the academic year 2023-2024.
The program will be instructed in English. The number of dispatches is 9 Masers and 1 PhD per year.
Item | Description |
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Nationality | Citizens of the Kingdom of Bhutan |
Age | Age of 39 or younger as of 1 April, 2023 (Born on/after 2 April, 1983) |
Academic Background |
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Other requirements or desirability of academic background |
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Work Experience |
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English Proficiency |
Has good command of both written and spoken English |
Health Condition |
Has a sound mind and body |
Ineligibility | A person who falls under the following is NOT eligible to apply.
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*Please also check framework and university information.
Schedule | Steps | Description |
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Nov.16 – Dec 12, 2022 | JDS Application | Closing Date: Dec 12, 2022 Note: You have to be short-listed after screening by RCSC to apply for JDS. |
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Nov. 2022 | Academic aptitude test | IELTS and Math tests※1. The test results will be used as references by the universities in later selection stages |
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Jan, 2023 | 1st Selection | Document Screening: Application Documents and research plan will be examined by the Japanese universities. |
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Jan. 2023 | Health Checkup | The health checkup will be arranged at a hospital in Thimphu |
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Feb. 2023 | 2nd Selection | Technical Interview: Faculty members of the Japanese Universities will conduct their interview exams. |
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Mar. 2023 | 3rd Selection | Comprehensive Interview: The Operating Committee members will conduct the interview exams. “Approval letter” will be required※2 |
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Mar. 2023 | Approval by the OC | Successful candidates will be approved and notified |
Mar.-Apr. 2023 | Application Procedure | JICE will support application for each university |
Jul.-Aug. 2023 | Orientations | Provided by RCSC, JICA, and JICE |
Aug. 2023 | Departure for Japan | JICE will arrange air-ticket, visa, and also support after the arrival in Japan |
Note:
In person seminar: Sep 16, from 3:00 pm at Druk Hotel
Advance registration is required for attendance: https://forms.office.com/r/vYX9HNLAyu
Online Seminars:
Online Promotion Seminars are scheduled to provide more detailed information on JDS Project and how to prepare application documents for prospective applicants as follows:
Date | Time | |
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Master | Sep 22, 29 | 3:00 pm |
*Late submission and incomplete application documents shall NOT be accepted.
*Those who shortlisted by RCSC only can apply for JDS application.
Item | Description |
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Nationality | Citizens of the Kingdom of Bhutan |
Age | Age of 45 or younger as of April 1, 2023 (Born on/after April 2, 1978) |
Academic Background |
*Those who have MA degree in economics in Japan or ex-participants of JICA training are preferable. * The specialization will depend on the field of study chosen by the applicant and approved by the respective institution, according to the critical needs of the institution and the country. |
Work Experience |
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English Proficiency |
Has proficiency in English, sufficiently fluent for studying in Japan. |
Health Condition |
Has a sound mind and body |
Others |
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Ineligibility | A person who falls under the following is NOT eligible to apply.
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Schedule | Steps | Description |
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Nov.16 – Jan 9, 2023 | JDS Application | Closing Date: Jan 9, 2023 Note: You have to be short-listed after screening by RCSC to apply for JDS. |
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Nov. 2022 | Academic aptitude test | IELTS test The test results will be used as references by the universities in later selection stages. |
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Jan, 2023 | (if any) 1st Selection | Document Screening (if required): Application Documents and research plan will be examined by the Operating Committee members. |
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Jan. 2023 | Health Checkup | The health checkup will be arranged at a hospital in Thimphu |
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Mar. 2023 | 2nd Selection | Comprehensive Interview: The Operating Committee members will conduct the interview exams. |
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Mar. 2023 | Approval by the OC | Successful candidates will be approved and notified |
Mar.-Jun. 2023 | Examination by University | The final successful candidate(s) need to pass entrance examination by the university. |
~Jul. 2023 | Application Procedure | JICE will support application for each university |
Jul.-Aug. 2023 | Orientations | Provided by RCSC, JICA, and JICE |
Aug. 2023 | Departure for Japan | JICE will arrange air-ticket, visa, and also support after the arrival in Japan |
In person seminar: Sep 16, from 3:00 pm at Druk Hotel
Advance registration is required for attendance: https://forms.office.com/r/vYX9HNLAyu
Online Seminars:
Online Promotion Seminars are scheduled to provide more detailed information on JDS Project and how to prepare application documents for prospective applicants as follows:
Date | Time | |
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PhD | Sep 22 | 4:00 pm |
*Late submission and incomplete application documents shall NOT be accepted.
*Those who shortlisted by RCSC only can apply for JDS application.
Please refer to the Application Guideline and submit a full set of Application Documents by the deadline.
A. Application Guideline
B. Prescribed Forms
How to write a research plan [27 min]
Tips for the selection [20 min]
STEP 1: Download the Application Guideline and Prescribed Forms
STEP 2: Prepare the required documents
Refer to P.2-3 in Application Guidelines (Master) and P.2 (PhD), and make sure to prepare all the required documents in appropriate file format.
STEP 3: Access the Online Application System
Complete your application by filling out the necessary information and uploading the required documents.
* If you cannot access the online application system, or you have any problem filling out the form, please contact JICE JDS Project Office.
* Once you submit your application, you will not be allowed to modify it.
STEP 4: Receive an E-mail
[Submission Succeeded] You will receive a confirmation email with registration No.
[Submission Failed] You will receive an error message - please contact JICE JDS Project Office immediately, and make sure to complete your application before the deadline.
Every qualified applicant will be required to take English proficiency test (IELTS) as well as math test in Thimphu in November 2022.
The scores will be reviewed on the 1st selection by the accepting universities. Universities may require the applicants to have good command of English skill (IELTS over 6.0) and numeracy skills. Please be well prepared for the exams.
* Applicants for Ritsumeikan University are exempted from math test based on the requirement from those universities.
Handling of Personal Information
Secretary General
Handling of Personal Information Administrator
Japan International Cooperation Center
Phone: +81-3-6838-2700
(Working Hours: Monday through Friday
9:30-12:30, 13:30-17:30)
The Project for Human Resource Development Scholarship by Japanese Grant Aid (JDS) is implemented by Japan International Cooperation Center (JICE) based on the contract with your government. Please understand the following notice and agree to provide certain personal information before applying.
1.JICE shall use your personal information that you will provide with us for the following purpose related to the implementation of JDS.
2.JICE may provide the personal information JICE obtains from you for the implementation of JDS as follow.
3.JICE may share the acquired personal information with any other individuals or entities, only in cases where security requirements for personal information protection has been validated in accordance with JICE’s regulations.
4.The provision of personal information to JICE is left to your discretion. However, in cases where some personal information is not provided, it may not be possible for JICE to make the selection of JDS.
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