Scholarship
JDS Scholarship (Project for Human Resource Development Scholarship)
A 2-year master's degree program in Japan designed for Maldivian civil servants to enhance their professional skills and contribute to the development of the Maldives.
About this scholarship
JDS Scholarship (Project for Human Resource Development Scholarship) is offered by Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) at master level. The award is valued at Full coverage for tuition and living expenses, provided as tuition and living support.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as tuition and living funding. Applicants selected receive Full coverage for tuition and living expenses. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at master level. Eligible study areas include Public Administration, Economics and Development Studies. Nationality requirements apply: Maldivian.
Eligibility
Maldivian civil servants holding a Bachelor's degree with English proficiency.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-04-01. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
master
Fields of study
Public Administration, Economics and Development Studies
Nationality requirements
Maldivian
Funding basis
Merit-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)
- Award
- Full coverage for tuition and living expenses
- Funding type
- tuition and living
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- master
- Fields of study
- Public Administration, Economics and Development Studies
- Nationality
- Maldivian
- Deadline
- Closed · 2026-04-01
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-20