Japan-IMF Scholarship Program for Asia (JISPA) Master’s Track 2025
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About This Scholarship
The Japan-IMF Scholarship Program for Asia (JISPA) • Master’s Track 2025 is offered by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) with funding support from the Government of Japan. This program is designed to provide young officials from Asia and the Pacific with graduate-level training in economics and related fields to strengthen their policy-making capacity. Selected officials will receive comprehensive scholarship benefits.
The scholarship offers significant support, covering full tuition fees at a partner university, round-trip airfare, travel allowance, and health insurance. It also provides a monthly stipend to cover living expenses, ensuring selected officials can focus entirely on their studies.
Key dates for the application process are as follows:
• Application Start: 20 September 2025
• Application Deadline: 20 October 2025 (23:59 JST)
Applicants are encouraged to apply early.
For any inquiries, please contact the IMF Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (OAP) at:
Room 102, First Floor
Lodhi Hotel Lodhi Road
New Delhi 110 003, India
Email ID: RR-IND@IMF.org
Phone number: +(91) 11.612.12345
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, an applicant must meet the following criteria:
• be a government official currently working in a ministry, central bank, or other economic policy agency in Asia and the Pacific
• have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent with strong academic performance
• demonstrate proficiency in English
• be nominated and supported by their employing agency
• commit to returning to their home agency after completion of studies
Important Note: The selection process may include a mathematics test and an interview. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to participate in these assessments.
Candidates will be selected based on the following criteria:
• Academic excellence and professional background
• Commitment to public service in the home country
• Relevance of the study plan to economic policy needs
• English language proficiency
These factors collectively ensure that the most promising and dedicated officials are chosen for this prestigious program.
Required Documents
Applicants are required to submit the following documents:
• Academic transcripts and certificates
• Proof of English proficiency
• Letter of nomination from the employing agency
• Statement of purpose
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
Ensure all documents are complete and accurately reflect your qualifications and experience.
How to Apply
Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:
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