JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship 2027 in Japan: JPY 362,000 Monthly Stipend, Airfare and 120 Awards per Open-Call Round

<p data-start="119" data-end="447">The <strong data-start="123" data-end="242">Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Postdoctoral Fellowships for Research in Japan – Standard Program</strong> offers outstanding early-career researchers from around the world an opportunity to spend <strong data-start="333" data-end="446">12 to 24 months conducting collaborative research at universities and eligible research institutions in Japan</strong>.</p> <p data-start="449" data-end="916">The fellowship is one of Japan’s major international postdoctoral research programmes and is open across an exceptionally broad range of academic disciplines, including the <strong data-start="622" data-end="674">humanities, social sciences and natural sciences</strong>. Successful Fellows work under the guidance of an eligible Japanese host researcher and join an established research environment in Japan while developing an international collaborative research project.</p> <p data-start="918" data-end="1289">Financial support under the Standard Program includes a <strong data-start="974" data-end="1019">JPY 362,000 monthly maintenance allowance</strong>, a round-trip international air ticket under JSPS rules, a <strong data-start="1079" data-end="1116">JPY 200,000 settling-in allowance</strong>, overseas travel insurance and access to a separate Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research for eligible collaborative research expenses.</p> <p data-start="1291" data-end="1608">For FY2027, JSPS has scheduled <strong data-start="1322" data-end="1358">two open-call recruitment rounds</strong>, with approximately <strong data-start="1379" data-end="1420">120 Fellowships planned in each round</strong>. The first round deadline was <strong data-start="1451" data-end="1500">28 August 2026 at 5:00 PM Japan Standard Time</strong>, while the second-round deadline is <strong data-start="1537" data-end="1569">23 April 2027 at 5:00 PM JST</strong>.</p> <p data-start="1610" data-end="2103">This deadline information is important because some third-party posts circulating online state that the application deadline is <strong data-start="1738" data-end="1758">15 November 2026</strong>. That date does <strong data-start="1775" data-end="1782">not</strong> appear in the official JSPS FY2027 Standard Program open-call schedule. Applicants using an overseas nominating authority may face separate deadlines set by that nominating organization, but those deadlines vary by country and should not be presented as the universal JSPS deadline.</p> <p data-start="2105" data-end="2354">The official FY2027 Standard Program should therefore be understood as a <strong data-start="2178" data-end="2250">host-based, highly competitive international postdoctoral fellowship</strong>, not a direct individual online application in which a researcher simply submits independently to JSPS.</p> <p data-start="2356" data-end="2427">Official programme information: <span class="contents" data-content-reference-start="2332" data-content-reference-end="2430"><span class="" data-state="closed"><a class="decorated-link" href="https://www.jsps.go.jp/english/e-fellow/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowships for Research in Japan; </a></span></span><a href="https://www.jsps.go.jp/file/storage/e-inv/pamphlet/fellowship_2026_EN.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">JSPS International Fellowships for Research in Japan 2026</a></p> <div class="panel-0004-button-desing-04 hover-button hover-effect-on"> <div class="ww-text panel-0004-label fontfamily-id-2"></div> </div> <hr data-start="2591" data-end="2594" /> <h2 data-section-id="pnzhk4" data-start="2596" data-end="2660">About the JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowships for Research in Japan</h2> <p data-start="2662" data-end="2824">The Japan Society for the Promotion of Science operates several international fellowship programmes designed for researchers at different stages of their careers.</p> <p data-start="2826" data-end="2855">These include programmes for:</p> <ul data-start="2857" data-end="3008"> <li data-section-id="11avxoz" data-start="2857" data-end="2883">Pre-doctoral researchers</li> <li data-section-id="1q7j4ox" data-start="2884" data-end="2910">Postdoctoral researchers</li> <li data-section-id="dumu6x" data-start="2911" data-end="2937">Early-career researchers</li> <li data-section-id="1o790qd" data-start="2938" data-end="2977">Experienced international researchers</li> <li data-section-id="ljej27" data-start="2978" data-end="3008">Short-term research visitors</li> </ul> <p data-start="3010" data-end="3300">The <strong data-start="3014" data-end="3034">Standard Program</strong>, however, is specifically designed to give young overseas postdoctoral researchers an opportunity to conduct collaborative research with leading research groups at Japanese universities and other eligible research institutions.</p> <p data-start="3302" data-end="3435">The programme emphasizes genuine research collaboration rather than simply providing a researcher with funding to work independently.</p> <p data-start="3437" data-end="3541">Before an application is submitted, the overseas candidate and Japanese host researcher are expected to:</p> <ul data-start="3543" data-end="3749"> <li data-section-id="1sbeclz" data-start="3543" data-end="3562">Establish contact</li> <li data-section-id="a6robp" data-start="3563" data-end="3597">Develop a concrete research plan</li> <li data-section-id="10p1ju3" data-start="3598" data-end="3635">Agree on the proposed collaboration</li> <li data-section-id="1px2yhc" data-start="3636" data-end="3678">Identify an appropriate host institution</li> <li data-section-id="oey082" data-start="3679" data-end="3749">Demonstrate how the collaboration will advance the proposed research</li> </ul> <p data-start="3751" data-end="3863">These factors are explicitly considered during the JSPS selection process.</p> <hr data-start="3865" data-end="3868" /> <h1 data-section-id="r8ptsx" data-start="3870" data-end="3891">Fellowship Duration</h1> <p data-start="3893" data-end="3923">The Standard Program runs for:</p> <p data-start="3925" data-end="3983"><strong data-start="3925" data-end="3945">12 to 24 months.</strong></p> <p data-start="3985" data-end="4148">This gives successful Fellows enough time to become meaningfully integrated into the host research environment rather than undertaking only a short academic visit.</p> <p data-start="4150" data-end="4205">Depending on the project, a Fellow may therefore spend:</p> <ul data-start="4207" data-end="4241"> <li data-section-id="bfvwzn" data-start="4207" data-end="4217">One year</li> <li data-section-id="14hcuzm" data-start="4218" data-end="4229">18 months</li> <li data-section-id="15u6n5k" data-start="4230" data-end="4241">Two years</li> </ul> <p data-start="4243" data-end="4272">conducting research in Japan.</p> <p data-start="4274" data-end="4386">The precise tenure is proposed through the application and should match the needs of the research collaboration.</p> <hr data-start="4388" data-end="4391" /> <h1 data-section-id="adkkzi" data-start="4393" data-end="4423">FY2027 Number of Fellowships</h1> <p data-start="4425" data-end="4484">The official FY2027 open-call schedule lists approximately:</p> <p data-start="4486" data-end="4542"><strong data-start="4486" data-end="4542">120 Fellowship awards in the first recruitment round</strong></p> <p data-start="4544" data-end="4556">and another:</p> <p data-start="4558" data-end="4656"><strong data-start="4558" data-end="4616">120 Fellowship awards in the second recruitment round.</strong></p> <p data-start="4658" data-end="4903">Therefore, the frequently advertised figure of “120 awards” is broadly correct <strong data-start="4737" data-end="4784">for each FY2027 open-call recruitment round</strong>, rather than necessarily representing the total number of all Standard Program awards through every application route.</p> <p data-start="4905" data-end="5074">JSPS also receives Standard Program applications through overseas nominating authorities in selected countries and organisations.</p> <hr data-start="5076" data-end="5079" /> <h1 data-section-id="154vy1m" data-start="5081" data-end="5113">FY2027 First Recruitment Round</h1> <p data-start="5115" data-end="5192">The first FY2027 Standard Program open-call round had the following schedule:</p> <p data-start="5194" data-end="5281"><strong data-start="5194" data-end="5249">Application deadline from host institution to JSPS:</strong><br data-start="5249" data-end="5252" />28 August 2026 at 5:00 PM JST</p> <p data-start="5283" data-end="5325"><strong data-start="5283" data-end="5304">Expected results:</strong><br data-start="5304" data-end="5307" />Late December 2026</p> <p data-start="5327" data-end="5408"><strong data-start="5327" data-end="5372">Permitted fellowship commencement period:</strong><br data-start="5372" data-end="5375" />1 April 2027 to 30 September 2027</p> <p data-start="5410" data-end="5454"><strong data-start="5410" data-end="5448">Approximate number of Fellowships:</strong><br data-start="5448" data-end="5451" />120</p> <p data-start="5456" data-end="5495"> <p data-start="5497" data-end="5570">As of September 2026, this first recruitment deadline has already passed.</p> <hr data-start="5572" data-end="5575" /> <h1 data-section-id="1cyrldc" data-start="5577" data-end="5610">FY2027 Second Recruitment Round</h1> <p data-start="5612" data-end="5710">Researchers who missed the first round have another opportunity under the FY2027 Standard Program.</p> <p data-start="5712" data-end="5747">The second recruitment schedule is:</p> <p data-start="5749" data-end="5835"><strong data-start="5749" data-end="5804">Application deadline from host institution to JSPS:</strong><br data-start="5804" data-end="5807" />23 April 2027 at 5:00 PM JST</p> <p data-start="5837" data-end="5878"><strong data-start="5837" data-end="5858">Expected results:</strong><br data-start="5858" data-end="5861" />Early August 2027</p> <p data-start="5880" data-end="5964"><strong data-start="5880" data-end="5925">Permitted fellowship commencement period:</strong><br data-start="5925" data-end="5928" />1 September 2027 to 30 November 2027</p> <p data-start="5966" data-end="6010"><strong data-start="5966" data-end="6004">Approximate number of Fellowships:</strong><br data-start="6004" data-end="6007" />120</p> <p data-start="6012" data-end="6051"> <p data-start="6053" data-end="6193">Prospective applicants should note that this is the <strong data-start="6105" data-end="6192">deadline by which the Japanese host institution must submit the application to JSPS</strong>.</p> <p data-start="6195" data-end="6270">Universities may impose their own internal deadlines significantly earlier.</p> <p data-start="6272" data-end="6352">Candidates should therefore begin identifying a host researcher well in advance.</p> <hr data-start="6354" data-end="6357" /> <h1 data-section-id="1fkicr6" data-start="6359" data-end="6420">Important Clarification About the 15 November 2026 Deadline</h1> <p data-start="6422" data-end="6472">A social-media version of this opportunity states:</p> <p data-start="6474" data-end="6494"><strong data-start="6474" data-end="6494">15 November 2026</strong></p> <p data-start="6496" data-end="6524">as the application deadline.</p> <p data-start="6526" data-end="6629">That date does not match the official FY2027 <strong data-start="6571" data-end="6610">Standard Program open-call schedule</strong> published by JSPS.</p> <p data-start="6631" data-end="6658">The official deadlines are:</p> <ul data-start="6660" data-end="6719"> <li data-section-id="1nl2kyv" data-start="6660" data-end="6689">First round: 28 August 2026</li> <li data-section-id="1klieu8" data-start="6690" data-end="6719">Second round: 23 April 2027</li> </ul> <p data-start="6721" data-end="6760"> <p data-start="6762" data-end="6961">However, JSPS also accepts some applications through <strong data-start="6815" data-end="6850">overseas nominating authorities</strong>, and those organisations establish their own procedures and deadlines.</p> <p data-start="6963" data-end="7202">For this reason, a November deadline could potentially refer to a particular nomination route, but it should not be advertised as the general JSPS Standard Program deadline unless the relevant nominating authority specifically confirms it.</p> <hr data-start="7204" data-end="7207" /> <h1 data-section-id="1uzxn22" data-start="7209" data-end="7279">Difference Between the Standard Fellowship and Other JSPS Programmes</h1> <p data-start="7281" data-end="7390">This distinction is particularly important because JSPS operates several programmes with different deadlines.</p> <p data-start="7392" data-end="7494">For example, the <strong data-start="7409" data-end="7443">FY2027 Short-term Program (PE)</strong> currently has an official first-round deadline of:</p> <p data-start="7496" data-end="7532"><strong data-start="7496" data-end="7532">25 September 2026 at 5:00 PM JST</strong></p> <p data-start="7534" data-end="7638">and approximately <strong data-start="7552" data-end="7570">20 Fellowships</strong> are planned for that round.</p> <p data-start="7640" data-end="7670">That is a different programme.</p> <p data-start="7672" data-end="7732">The Short-term PE programme should not be confused with the:</p> <p data-start="7734" data-end="7754"><strong data-start="7734" data-end="7754">Standard Program</strong></p> <p data-start="7756" data-end="7841">which lasts 12–24 months and has approximately 120 places per FY2027 open-call round.</p> <hr data-start="7843" data-end="7846" /> <h1 data-section-id="1tkmh0n" data-start="7848" data-end="7868">Fields of Research</h1> <p data-start="7870" data-end="7960">One of the strongest features of the JSPS Standard Fellowship is its disciplinary breadth.</p> <p data-start="7962" data-end="8012">JSPS states that applications can be submitted in:</p> <p data-start="8014" data-end="8125"><strong data-start="8014" data-end="8085">All fields of the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences.</strong></p> <p data-start="8127" data-end="8206">This makes the fellowship relevant to researchers working across areas such as:</p> <ul data-start="8208" data-end="8551"> <li data-section-id="i8sj7o" data-start="8208" data-end="8222">Anthropology</li> <li data-section-id="1palluu" data-start="8223" data-end="8236">Archaeology</li> <li data-section-id="obvp56" data-start="8237" data-end="8246">History</li> <li data-section-id="1bcv7u1" data-start="8247" data-end="8258">Languages</li> <li data-section-id="gcw3dl" data-start="8259" data-end="8271">Literature</li> <li data-section-id="1s16kh3" data-start="8272" data-end="8284">Philosophy</li> <li data-section-id="ipz5ed" data-start="8285" data-end="8304">Political science</li> <li data-section-id="1c3y8pz" data-start="8305" data-end="8330">International relations</li> <li data-section-id="c1jzmc" data-start="8331" data-end="8342">Economics</li> <li data-section-id="1ypifik" data-start="8343" data-end="8354">Sociology</li> <li data-section-id="1o472q" data-start="8355" data-end="8360">Law</li> <li data-section-id="n0dh7m" data-start="8361" data-end="8372">Education</li> <li data-section-id="1o99p57" data-start="8373" data-end="8385">Psychology</li> <li data-section-id="rnalek" data-start="8386" data-end="8399">Mathematics</li> <li data-section-id="tim97n" data-start="8400" data-end="8409">Physics</li> <li data-section-id="4mkvi" data-start="8410" data-end="8421">Chemistry</li> <li data-section-id="1p06fqp" data-start="8422" data-end="8435">Engineering</li> <li data-section-id="o6ymnv" data-start="8436" data-end="8454">Computer science</li> <li data-section-id="1ccu445" data-start="8455" data-end="8468">Informatics</li> <li data-section-id="q1r38x" data-start="8469" data-end="8478">Biology</li> <li data-section-id="13ecb4p" data-start="8479" data-end="8492">Agriculture</li> <li data-section-id="bjmabb" data-start="8493" data-end="8517">Environmental sciences</li> <li data-section-id="bkk4cs" data-start="8518" data-end="8528">Medicine</li> <li data-section-id="n8ag8m" data-start="8529" data-end="8540">Dentistry</li> <li data-section-id="1j7duut" data-start="8541" data-end="8551">Pharmacy</li> </ul> <p data-start="8553" data-end="8840">The FY2027 review structure similarly covers disciplines including humanities, social sciences, mathematical and physical sciences, chemistry, engineering, informatics, biology, agriculture/environmental sciences, medicine, dentistry and pharmacy.</p> <hr data-start="8842" data-end="8845" /> <h1 data-section-id="1e3bhln" data-start="8847" data-end="8884">Who Is the Fellowship Designed For?</h1> <p data-start="8886" data-end="8923">The Standard Program is intended for:</p> <p data-start="8925" data-end="8968"><strong data-start="8925" data-end="8968">Young overseas postdoctoral researchers</strong></p> <p data-start="8970" data-end="9062">who want to conduct collaborative research in Japan.</p> <p data-start="9064" data-end="9145">Applicants should normally be at an early stage after completing their doctorate.</p> <p data-start="9147" data-end="9192">The fellowship is not intended primarily for:</p> <ul data-start="9194" data-end="9360"> <li data-section-id="4xal1r" data-start="9194" data-end="9218">Undergraduate students</li> <li data-section-id="xgptgk" data-start="9219" data-end="9238">Master’s students</li> <li data-section-id="1a4obcf" data-start="9239" data-end="9300">Researchers without an expected PhD by the fellowship start</li> <li data-section-id="kma6x3" data-start="9301" data-end="9360">Senior professors looking for short visiting appointments</li> </ul> <p data-start="9362" data-end="9419">Other JSPS programmes may serve some of those categories.</p> <hr data-start="9421" data-end="9424" /> <h1 data-section-id="1e0u99d" data-start="9426" data-end="9455">Doctoral Degree Requirement</h1> <p data-start="9457" data-end="9524">For the Standard Program, an overseas candidate must normally have:</p> <p data-start="9526" data-end="9607"><strong data-start="9526" data-end="9607">Obtained a doctoral degree within six years of the date the Fellowship begins</strong></p> <p data-start="9609" data-end="9612">or:</p> <p data-start="9614" data-end="9718"><strong data-start="9614" data-end="9678">Be expected to receive the PhD before the Fellowship begins.</strong></p> <p data-start="9720" data-end="9770">The candidate’s employment status is not decisive.</p> <p data-start="9772" data-end="9950">JSPS explicitly states that whether the applicant currently holds a full-time position is not considered for this eligibility requirement.</p> <p data-start="9952" data-end="9998">This means applicants may potentially include:</p> <ul data-start="10000" data-end="10132"> <li data-section-id="1q7j4ox" data-start="10000" data-end="10026">Postdoctoral researchers</li> <li data-section-id="s3hwuu" data-start="10027" data-end="10048">Research associates</li> <li data-section-id="gv9uj9" data-start="10049" data-end="10060">Lecturers</li> <li data-section-id="1sms203" data-start="10061" data-end="10095">Researchers between appointments</li> <li data-section-id="16sczzb" data-start="10096" data-end="10132">PhD candidates close to graduation</li> </ul> <p data-start="10134" data-end="10180">provided all other requirements are satisfied.</p> <hr data-start="10182" data-end="10185" /> <h1 data-section-id="1ublust" data-start="10187" data-end="10236">Applicants Who Have Not Yet Completed Their PhD</h1> <p data-start="10238" data-end="10332">A candidate does not necessarily need to hold the doctorate when the application is submitted.</p> <p data-start="10334" data-end="10424">Researchers expected to obtain the doctoral degree before the Fellowship begins may apply.</p> <p data-start="10426" data-end="10572">If selected, they must submit documentation confirming the doctoral degree before their fellowship starts.</p> <p data-start="10574" data-end="10714">This can make the programme particularly valuable to final-stage PhD candidates planning the transition directly into postdoctoral research.</p> <hr data-start="10716" data-end="10719" /> <h1 data-section-id="90ol9p" data-start="10721" data-end="10762">Maternity and Parental Leave Adjustment</h1> <p data-start="10764" data-end="10821">JSPS also recognizes career interruptions connected with:</p> <ul data-start="10823" data-end="10857"> <li data-section-id="1cogg9i" data-start="10823" data-end="10840">Maternity leave</li> <li data-section-id="688hs2" data-start="10841" data-end="10857">Parental leave</li> </ul> <p data-start="10859" data-end="11087">The six-year post-PhD eligibility period can be adjusted by subtracting qualifying periods of maternity or parental leave when calculating the time elapsed since the doctorate was awarded.</p> <p data-start="11089" data-end="11250">This provision helps prevent researchers from being disadvantaged simply because they temporarily interrupted their academic careers for family responsibilities.</p> <hr data-start="11252" data-end="11255" /> <h1 data-section-id="10u7n6r" data-start="11257" data-end="11282">Nationality Requirement</h1> <p data-start="11284" data-end="11357">Standard Program candidates must generally be citizens of a country that:</p> <p data-start="11359" data-end="11399"><strong data-start="11359" data-end="11399">Has diplomatic relations with Japan.</strong></p> <p data-start="11401" data-end="11435">JSPS also treats researchers from:</p> <ul data-start="11437" data-end="11457"> <li data-section-id="5rq824" data-start="11437" data-end="11445">Taiwan</li> <li data-section-id="14bgnud" data-start="11446" data-end="11457">Palestine</li> </ul> <p data-start="11459" data-end="11530">as satisfying this requirement.</p> <p data-start="11532" data-end="11586">This makes the Standard Program broadly international.</p> <p data-start="11588" data-end="11669">It is therefore open to researchers from a very large number of countries across:</p> <ul data-start="11671" data-end="11769"> <li data-section-id="1wccxg6" data-start="11671" data-end="11679">Africa</li> <li data-section-id="1j436fm" data-start="11680" data-end="11686">Asia</li> <li data-section-id="1yz4fxs" data-start="11687" data-end="11695">Europe</li> <li data-section-id="11196d3" data-start="11696" data-end="11711">North America</li> <li data-section-id="1fm02fb" data-start="11712" data-end="11745">Latin America and the Caribbean</li> <li data-section-id="dxrpza" data-start="11746" data-end="11759">Middle East</li> <li data-section-id="1sxogue" data-start="11760" data-end="11769">Oceania</li> </ul> <p data-start="11771" data-end="11859">provided the nationality requirement and all other eligibility conditions are satisfied.</p> <hr data-start="11861" data-end="11864" /> <h1 data-section-id="c4uha8" data-start="11866" data-end="11909">Japanese Citizens and Permanent Residents</h1> <p data-start="11911" data-end="11927">Persons who are:</p> <ul data-start="11929" data-end="12011"> <li data-section-id="w3risr" data-start="11929" data-end="11952">Japanese citizens, or</li> <li data-section-id="10e4oqc" data-start="11953" data-end="12011">Foreign nationals permitted permanent residence in Japan</li> </ul> <p data-start="12013" data-end="12131">are not eligible for the Standard Program under the published candidate rules.</p> <p data-start="12133" data-end="12238">The programme is specifically designed to bring overseas researchers into Japanese research institutions.</p> <hr data-start="12240" data-end="12243" /> <h1 data-section-id="f9cn7p" data-start="12245" data-end="12268">Previous JSPS Fellows</h1> <p data-start="12270" data-end="12323">Applicants should also note an important restriction.</p> <p data-start="12325" data-end="12400">Researchers who previously received and <strong data-start="12365" data-end="12376">started</strong> a Fellowship under the:</p> <ul data-start="12402" data-end="12508"> <li data-section-id="pthe4m" data-start="12402" data-end="12465">JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship for Research in Japan – Standard</li> <li data-section-id="5zppgs" data-start="12466" data-end="12508">Pathway to University Positions in Japan</li> </ul> <p data-start="12510" data-end="12600">are not eligible again under the Standard Program.</p> <p data-start="12602" data-end="12764">Applicants who were previously selected but did not actually begin the Fellowship should consult the detailed eligibility rules applicable to their circumstances.</p> <hr data-start="12766" data-end="12769" /> <h1 data-section-id="wwkkrk" data-start="12771" data-end="12790">Financial Support</h1> <p data-start="12792" data-end="12945">The JSPS Standard Fellowship provides an extensive support package intended to allow researchers to concentrate on their collaborative research in Japan.</p> <p data-start="12947" data-end="12975">The main components include:</p> <ol data-start="12977" data-end="13134"> <li data-section-id="rcrq8i" data-start="12977" data-end="13009">Monthly maintenance allowance</li> <li data-section-id="1p6lip5" data-start="13010" data-end="13034">International airfare</li> <li data-section-id="50raw" data-start="13035" data-end="13059">Settling-in allowance</li> <li data-section-id="1s86o47" data-start="13060" data-end="13088">Overseas travel insurance</li> <li data-section-id="1pfgkla" data-start="13089" data-end="13134">Potential research funding through KAKENHI</li> </ol> <p data-start="13136" data-end="13175"> <hr data-start="13177" data-end="13180" /> <h1 data-section-id="1o7wkoe" data-start="13182" data-end="13213">Monthly Maintenance Allowance</h1> <p data-start="13215" data-end="13240">Standard Fellows receive:</p> <p data-start="13242" data-end="13308"><strong data-start="13242" data-end="13268">JPY 362,000 per month.</strong></p> <p data-start="13310" data-end="13371">For a 12-month Fellowship, that corresponds to approximately:</p> <p data-start="13373" data-end="13416"><strong data-start="13373" data-end="13416">JPY 4,344,000 in maintenance allowances</strong></p> <p data-start="13418" data-end="13452">before considering other benefits.</p> <p data-start="13454" data-end="13518">For a 24-month Fellowship, it would correspond to approximately:</p> <p data-start="13520" data-end="13537"><strong data-start="13520" data-end="13537">JPY 8,688,000</strong></p> <p data-start="13539" data-end="13579">at the currently published monthly rate.</p> <p data-start="13581" data-end="13671">The actual total received depends on the approved fellowship duration and programme rules.</p> <hr data-start="13673" data-end="13676" /> <h1 data-section-id="wiysjq" data-start="13678" data-end="13701">Settling-In Allowance</h1> <p data-start="13703" data-end="13736">Successful Fellows may receive a:</p> <p data-start="13738" data-end="13816"><strong data-start="13738" data-end="13776">JPY 200,000 settling-in allowance.</strong></p> <p data-start="13818" data-end="13915">This is intended to help with costs associated with beginning a temporary research stay in Japan.</p> <p data-start="13917" data-end="13963">Possible relocation-related costs can include:</p> <ul data-start="13965" data-end="14072"> <li data-section-id="1p24zo4" data-start="13965" data-end="13991">Initial housing expenses</li> <li data-section-id="av8iqi" data-start="13992" data-end="14019">Essential household setup</li> <li data-section-id="1wn5px7" data-start="14020" data-end="14042">Local transportation</li> <li data-section-id="1xxj5yx" data-start="14043" data-end="14072">Administrative arrangements</li> </ul> <p data-start="14074" data-end="14167">Applicants should follow the formal JSPS rules concerning eligible circumstances and payment.</p> <hr data-start="14169" data-end="14172" /> <h1 data-section-id="1xxprza" data-start="14174" data-end="14208">Round-Trip International Airfare</h1> <p data-start="14210" data-end="14224">JSPS provides:</p> <p data-start="14226" data-end="14253"><strong data-start="14226" data-end="14253">A round-trip air ticket</strong></p> <p data-start="14255" data-end="14340">in accordance with its programme regulations.</p> <p data-start="14342" data-end="14438">This considerably reduces the cost of relocating internationally for a long research fellowship.</p> <p data-start="14440" data-end="14689">However, candidates who are already living in Japan with a mailing address before the Fellowship starts are not entitled to the outbound airfare or settling-in allowance under the conditions described by JSPS.</p> <hr data-start="14691" data-end="14694" /> <h1 data-section-id="zd34um" data-start="14696" data-end="14723">Overseas Travel Insurance</h1> <p data-start="14725" data-end="14753">The programme also includes:</p> <p data-start="14755" data-end="14825"><strong data-start="14755" data-end="14785">Overseas travel insurance.</strong></p> <p data-start="14827" data-end="14891">The specific coverage is governed by JSPS programme regulations.</p> <hr data-start="14893" data-end="14896" /> <h1 data-section-id="1dqyk52" data-start="14898" data-end="14932">Research Funding Through KAKENHI</h1> <p data-start="14934" data-end="14984">In addition to the personal Fellowship support, a:</p> <p data-start="14986" data-end="15026"><strong data-start="14986" data-end="15026">Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research</strong></p> <p data-start="15028" data-end="15087">may be available for cooperative research-related expenses.</p> <p data-start="15089" data-end="15226">The host researcher submits the research grant application through the Japanese host institution.</p> <p data-start="15228" data-end="15280">This research funding is separate from the Fellow’s:</p> <ul data-start="15282" data-end="15347"> <li data-section-id="1dgagf4" data-start="15282" data-end="15313">Monthly maintenance allowance</li> <li data-section-id="16hq2ki" data-start="15314" data-end="15323">Airfare</li> <li data-section-id="v5tklk" data-start="15324" data-end="15347">Settling-in allowance</li> </ul> <p data-start="15349" data-end="15404">and is intended to support the research project itself.</p> <hr data-start="15406" data-end="15409" /> <h1 data-section-id="b9ml9r" data-start="15411" data-end="15447">Is This a Fully Funded Fellowship?</h1> <p data-start="15449" data-end="15566">The programme can reasonably be described as a <strong data-start="15496" data-end="15545">fully funded postdoctoral research fellowship</strong> because it provides:</p> <ul data-start="15568" data-end="15678"> <li data-section-id="low31t" data-start="15568" data-end="15592">Monthly living support</li> <li data-section-id="1qru5a0" data-start="15593" data-end="15616">International airfare</li> <li data-section-id="17f3ilp" data-start="15617" data-end="15637">Relocation support</li> <li data-section-id="aw3wb6" data-start="15638" data-end="15649">Insurance</li> <li data-section-id="aud2bc" data-start="15650" data-end="15678">Potential research funding</li> </ul> <p data-start="15680" data-end="15816">However, applicants should avoid interpreting “fully funded” as meaning that JSPS separately reimburses every possible personal expense.</p> <p data-start="15818" data-end="15892">The official terms of support should always govern financial expectations.</p> <hr data-start="15894" data-end="15897" /> <h1 data-section-id="1ypicam" data-start="15899" data-end="15929">Is There an Application Fee?</h1> <p data-start="15931" data-end="16063">JSPS’s official FY2027 Standard Program materials do not list an application fee as part of the normal open-call submission process.</p> <p data-start="16065" data-end="16151">The more important challenge is that applicants <strong data-start="16113" data-end="16150">cannot simply apply independently</strong>.</p> <p data-start="16153" data-end="16337">They must build a relationship with an eligible host researcher and have the formal application submitted through the Japanese host institution.</p> <hr data-start="16339" data-end="16342" /> <h1 data-section-id="1a8qjvw" data-start="16344" data-end="16379">How the Application Process Works</h1> <p data-start="16381" data-end="16440">The Standard Program uses two principal application routes:</p> <ol data-start="16442" data-end="16554"> <li data-section-id="guogh1" data-start="16442" data-end="16490">Open Call through a Japanese host institution</li> <li data-section-id="ofhyhh" data-start="16491" data-end="16554">Nomination through an approved overseas nominating authority</li> </ol> <p data-start="16556" data-end="16595"> <p data-start="16597" data-end="16683">These routes should not be confused because their procedures and deadlines can differ.</p> <hr data-start="16685" data-end="16688" /> <h1 data-section-id="d466i9" data-start="16690" data-end="16745">Route 1: Open Call Through a Japanese Host Researcher</h1> <p data-start="16747" data-end="16814">For the open call, the overseas researcher first needs to identify:</p> <p data-start="16816" data-end="16877"><strong data-start="16816" data-end="16877">An eligible researcher in Japan willing to serve as host.</strong></p> <p data-start="16879" data-end="16953">That host researcher then becomes the formal applicant in the JSPS system.</p> <p data-start="16955" data-end="17008">JSPS states that the application is made through the:</p> <p data-start="17010" data-end="17039"><strong data-start="17010" data-end="17039">Japanese host institution</strong></p> <p data-start="17041" data-end="17126">using the JSPS Electronic Application System.</p> <p data-start="17128" data-end="17229">The overseas candidate therefore cannot simply submit the complete application independently to JSPS.</p> <hr data-start="17231" data-end="17234" /> <h1 data-section-id="19u71oz" data-start="17236" data-end="17278">Why Finding a Host Researcher Is Crucial</h1> <p data-start="17280" data-end="17360">The relationship between candidate and host is central to the selection process.</p> <p data-start="17362" data-end="17403">JSPS expects the two researchers to have:</p> <ul data-start="17405" data-end="17521"> <li data-section-id="17yntgb" data-start="17405" data-end="17442">Established contact before applying</li> <li data-section-id="ehavj8" data-start="17443" data-end="17477">Created a concrete research plan</li> <li data-section-id="1opvlao" data-start="17478" data-end="17521">Identified the value of the collaboration</li> </ul> <p data-start="17523" data-end="17562"> <p data-start="17564" data-end="17671">A weak application based only on the prestige of the overseas candidate is therefore unlikely to be enough.</p> <p data-start="17673" data-end="17803">The proposal needs to explain why conducting the research <strong data-start="17731" data-end="17791">with this particular Japanese researcher and institution</strong> adds value.</p> <hr data-start="17805" data-end="17808" /> <h1 data-section-id="1mxqyvj" data-start="17810" data-end="17847">Who Can Serve as a Host Researcher?</h1> <p data-start="17849" data-end="17963">The host researcher generally needs to be affiliated with an institution eligible under Japan’s KAKENHI framework.</p> <p data-start="17965" data-end="18014">Eligible institutions include categories such as:</p> <ul data-start="18016" data-end="18236"> <li data-section-id="10gwr6y" data-start="18016" data-end="18030">Universities</li> <li data-section-id="1p5ht5i" data-start="18031" data-end="18069">Inter-university research institutes</li> <li data-section-id="1qnas86" data-start="18070" data-end="18109">MEXT-affiliated research institutions</li> <li data-section-id="17f0qyn" data-start="18110" data-end="18134">Colleges of technology</li> <li data-section-id="1oil2qn" data-start="18135" data-end="18236">Other institutions designated by the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology</li> </ul> <p data-start="18238" data-end="18277"> <p data-start="18279" data-end="18443">The host researcher normally needs to be eligible to apply for KAKENHI funding and capable of providing an appropriate research environment for the overseas Fellow.</p> <hr data-start="18445" data-end="18448" /> <h1 data-section-id="1jp3te8" data-start="18450" data-end="18500">Host Researchers Can Submit Several Applications</h1> <p data-start="18502" data-end="18558">Each eligible Japanese host researcher can submit up to:</p> <p data-start="18560" data-end="18582"><strong data-start="18560" data-end="18582">Three applications</strong></p> <p data-start="18584" data-end="18604">under the programme.</p> <p data-start="18606" data-end="18757">Where the host submits applications for more than one candidate at the same time, priorities must be indicated.</p> <p data-start="18759" data-end="18895">Prospective Fellows should therefore discuss the host’s application situation clearly before beginning substantial proposal preparation.</p> <hr data-start="18897" data-end="18900" /> <h1 data-section-id="pqdq50" data-start="18902" data-end="18944">Route 2: Overseas Nominating Authorities</h1> <p data-start="18946" data-end="19009">JSPS also accepts Standard Program candidates through approved:</p> <p data-start="19011" data-end="19047"><strong data-start="19011" data-end="19047">Overseas nominating authorities.</strong></p> <p data-start="19049" data-end="19102">The list includes organisations in countries such as:</p> <ul data-start="19104" data-end="19330"> <li data-section-id="w5vfgs" data-start="19104" data-end="19115">Australia</li> <li data-section-id="1nyzrxd" data-start="19116" data-end="19125">Austria</li> <li data-section-id="xg4mvp" data-start="19126" data-end="19135">Belgium</li> <li data-section-id="owbfm7" data-start="19136" data-end="19146">Bulgaria</li> <li data-section-id="1uxxmcg" data-start="19147" data-end="19155">Canada</li> <li data-section-id="16d1nk9" data-start="19156" data-end="19172">Czech Republic</li> <li data-section-id="4j4137" data-start="19173" data-end="19182">Estonia</li> <li data-section-id="1yh1jbp" data-start="19183" data-end="19191">France</li> <li data-section-id="jcoaar" data-start="19192" data-end="19201">Germany</li> <li data-section-id="vulcza" data-start="19202" data-end="19211">Hungary</li> <li data-section-id="16tk1cx" data-start="19212" data-end="19219">Italy</li> <li data-section-id="bdwqml" data-start="19220" data-end="19233">New Zealand</li> <li data-section-id="32md3k" data-start="19234" data-end="19242">Poland</li> <li data-section-id="1uubxzg" data-start="19243" data-end="19253">Slovakia</li> <li data-section-id="1uu940d" data-start="19254" data-end="19264">Slovenia</li> <li data-section-id="62f2g6" data-start="19265" data-end="19273">Sweden</li> <li data-section-id="4yxozf" data-start="19274" data-end="19287">Switzerland</li> <li data-section-id="1x47lr6" data-start="19288" data-end="19304">United Kingdom</li> <li data-section-id="1akomw7" data-start="19305" data-end="19314">Ukraine</li> <li data-section-id="8ccrxn" data-start="19315" data-end="19330">United States</li> </ul> <p data-start="19332" data-end="19413">as well as the United Nations University.</p> <p data-start="19415" data-end="19499">Candidates using this route need to contact the relevant authority directly because:</p> <p data-start="19501" data-end="19625"><strong data-start="19501" data-end="19585">Application procedures and deadlines are determined by the nominating authority.</strong></p> <p data-start="19627" data-end="19723">This is another reason not to publish one third-party deadline as though it applies universally.</p> <hr data-start="19725" data-end="19728" /> <h1 data-section-id="dfxmdp" data-start="19730" data-end="19762">Required Application Materials</h1> <p data-start="19764" data-end="19833">The FY2027 application page provides separate forms completed by the:</p> <ul data-start="19835" data-end="19895"> <li data-section-id="sryhxd" data-start="19835" data-end="19861">Japanese host researcher</li> <li data-section-id="1b5jy3n" data-start="19862" data-end="19881">Foreign candidate</li> <li data-section-id="15szap7" data-start="19882" data-end="19895">Recommender</li> </ul> <p data-start="19897" data-end="20042">The candidate completes <strong data-start="19921" data-end="19931">Form 2</strong>, while the host researcher completes the information submitted through the JSPS Electronic Application System.</p> <p data-start="20044" data-end="20107">A recommendation letter is also required and may be written in:</p> <ul data-start="20109" data-end="20129"> <li data-section-id="1l7hnru" data-start="20109" data-end="20118">English</li> <li data-section-id="eva5m7" data-start="20119" data-end="20129">Japanese</li> </ul> <p data-start="20131" data-end="20170"> <p data-start="20172" data-end="20275">Applicants should download the current FY2027 materials rather than reusing forms from an earlier year.</p> <hr data-start="20277" data-end="20280" /> <h1 data-section-id="1b6qlrh" data-start="20282" data-end="20301">Selection Process</h1> <p data-start="20303" data-end="20361">Applications under the Standard open-call route undergo a:</p> <p data-start="20363" data-end="20404"><strong data-start="20363" data-end="20404">Two-stage competitive review process.</strong></p> <p data-start="20406" data-end="20421">The stages are:</p> <ol data-start="20423" data-end="20457"> <li data-section-id="1cica33" data-start="20423" data-end="20441">Document review</li> <li data-section-id="l57tud" data-start="20442" data-end="20457">Panel review</li> </ol> <p data-start="20459" data-end="20608">The evaluation is undertaken by the JSPS International Program Committee, consisting of researchers in Japan.</p> <hr data-start="20610" data-end="20613" /> <h1 data-section-id="yherrt" data-start="20615" data-end="20654">Six Examiners Review Each Application</h1> <p data-start="20656" data-end="20697">During the initial document-review stage:</p> <p data-start="20699" data-end="20741"><strong data-start="20699" data-end="20741">Six examiners review each application.</strong></p> <p data-start="20743" data-end="20836">Experts are assigned according to the research field.</p> <p data-start="20838" data-end="20884">Applications are scored on a five-point scale:</p> <ul data-start="20886" data-end="20952"> <li data-section-id="1ujd3ws" data-start="20886" data-end="20903">5 – Superlative</li> <li data-section-id="13e2pez" data-start="20904" data-end="20919">4 – Excellent</li> <li data-section-id="b46t0r" data-start="20920" data-end="20930">3 – Good</li> <li data-section-id="10i26yd" data-start="20931" data-end="20941">2 – Fair</li> <li data-section-id="oo1lc8" data-start="20942" data-end="20952">1 – Poor</li> </ul> <p data-start="20954" data-end="21121">The averaged document-review score becomes an important basis for determining which applications progress through panel review.</p> <hr data-start="21123" data-end="21126" /> <h1 data-section-id="1xlrcx5" data-start="21128" data-end="21153">What Reviewers Evaluate</h1> <p data-start="21155" data-end="21190">Reviewers consider factors such as:</p> <ul data-start="21192" data-end="21340"> <li data-section-id="1m4s679" data-start="21192" data-end="21215">Research achievements</li> <li data-section-id="54sbrz" data-start="21216" data-end="21246">Quality of the research plan</li> <li data-section-id="1be4wfr" data-start="21247" data-end="21276">Estimated research capacity</li> <li data-section-id="1dg30n1" data-start="21277" data-end="21295">Future potential</li> <li data-section-id="j4uccm" data-start="21296" data-end="21340">Ability to establish new research networks</li> </ul> <p data-start="21342" data-end="21381"> <p data-start="21383" data-end="21480">This means candidates should not treat the application as simply another academic CV competition.</p> <p data-start="21482" data-end="21524">The proposal itself matters substantially.</p> <hr data-start="21526" data-end="21529" /> <h1 data-section-id="16d8gdp" data-start="21531" data-end="21573">Importance of the Proposed Collaboration</h1> <p data-start="21575" data-end="21632">JSPS explicitly wants the collaboration to contribute to:</p> <ul data-start="21634" data-end="21804"> <li data-section-id="x97zhq" data-start="21634" data-end="21667">Advancement of science in Japan</li> <li data-section-id="1d79kb6" data-start="21668" data-end="21708">Advancement of science internationally</li> <li data-section-id="23j1qh" data-start="21709" data-end="21744">Development of the proposed field</li> <li data-section-id="15qqc9j" data-start="21745" data-end="21771">The candidate’s research</li> <li data-section-id="hqt2uk" data-start="21772" data-end="21804">The host researcher’s research</li> </ul> <p data-start="21806" data-end="21845"> <p data-start="21847" data-end="21885">The proposal should therefore explain:</p> <p data-start="21887" data-end="21960"><strong data-start="21887" data-end="21960">Why does this research need to be conducted collaboratively in Japan?</strong></p> <p data-start="21962" data-end="22008">A strong answer to that question is essential.</p> <hr data-start="22010" data-end="22013" /> <h1 data-section-id="4rg4sa" data-start="22015" data-end="22039">Diversity in Selection</h1> <p data-start="22041" data-end="22149">JSPS also states that it seeks, as far as possible, to avoid excessive concentration of selected Fellows by:</p> <ul data-start="22151" data-end="22208"> <li data-section-id="1bi3diq" data-start="22151" data-end="22164">Nationality</li> <li data-section-id="1jbpmn0" data-start="22165" data-end="22183">Host institution</li> <li data-section-id="z0arh5" data-start="22184" data-end="22208">Area of specialization</li> </ul> <p data-start="22210" data-end="22333">and seeks to enable researchers from a diverse range of countries to come to Japan.</p> <p data-start="22335" data-end="22397">There is nevertheless no country quota guaranteeing selection.</p> <hr data-start="22399" data-end="22402" /> <h1 data-section-id="hxswz8" data-start="22404" data-end="22440">How Competitive Is the Fellowship?</h1> <p data-start="22442" data-end="22485">The Standard Program is highly competitive.</p> <p data-start="22487" data-end="22541">For the FY2026 first recruitment round, JSPS reported:</p> <ul data-start="22543" data-end="22620"> <li data-section-id="yccytm" data-start="22543" data-end="22567"><strong data-start="22545" data-end="22567">1,868 applications</strong></li> <li data-section-id="dk2yyh" data-start="22568" data-end="22594"><strong data-start="22570" data-end="22594">145 selected Fellows</strong></li> <li data-section-id="lemkcu" data-start="22595" data-end="22620"><strong data-start="22597" data-end="22620">7.8% selection rate</strong></li> </ul> <p data-start="22622" data-end="22656">For the second FY2026 recruitment:</p> <ul data-start="22658" data-end="22735"> <li data-section-id="fgjgun" data-start="22658" data-end="22682"><strong data-start="22660" data-end="22682">2,231 applications</strong></li> <li data-section-id="z3w3jz" data-start="22683" data-end="22709"><strong data-start="22685" data-end="22709">125 selected Fellows</strong></li> <li data-section-id="45ykjm" data-start="22710" data-end="22735"><strong data-start="22712" data-end="22735">5.6% selection rate</strong></li> </ul> <p data-start="22737" data-end="22776"> <p data-start="22778" data-end="22882">These historical figures demonstrate that meeting the eligibility criteria alone is far from sufficient.</p> <p data-start="22884" data-end="22996">Applicants need a strong research record, convincing host relationship and carefully designed research proposal.</p> <hr data-start="22998" data-end="23001" /> <h1 data-section-id="263sf2" data-start="23003" data-end="23040">Preparing a Competitive Application</h1> <h2 data-section-id="1w49k3e" data-start="23042" data-end="23088">1. Start by Finding the Right Japanese Host</h2> <p data-start="23090" data-end="23153">Do not approach the host search as an administrative formality.</p> <p data-start="23155" data-end="23219">Look for researchers whose work genuinely intersects with yours.</p> <p data-start="23221" data-end="23228">Review:</p> <ul data-start="23230" data-end="23346"> <li data-section-id="1fu18lo" data-start="23230" data-end="23251">Recent publications</li> <li data-section-id="1ir30ef" data-start="23252" data-end="23270">Current projects</li> <li data-section-id="l2orfj" data-start="23271" data-end="23297">Research group expertise</li> <li data-section-id="1x9vmpe" data-start="23298" data-end="23320">Available facilities</li> <li data-section-id="1fe24fb" data-start="23321" data-end="23346">Institutional strengths</li> </ul> <p data-start="23348" data-end="23420">Then explain specifically why collaboration would create research value.</p> <hr data-start="23422" data-end="23425" /> <h2 data-section-id="da9cp5" data-start="23427" data-end="23452">2. Contact Hosts Early</h2> <p data-start="23454" data-end="23524">The official JSPS deadline is not necessarily your practical deadline.</p> <p data-start="23526" data-end="23556">The sequence usually involves:</p> <p data-start="23558" data-end="23612">candidate → host researcher → host institution → JSPS.</p> <p data-start="23614" data-end="23738">Japanese universities may establish internal application deadlines weeks or even more than a month before the JSPS deadline.</p> <p data-start="23740" data-end="23824">Beginning host outreach only shortly before April 23, 2027 would therefore be risky.</p> <hr data-start="23826" data-end="23829" /> <h2 data-section-id="1949izm" data-start="23831" data-end="23867">3. Build a Concrete Research Plan</h2> <p data-start="23869" data-end="23971">JSPS explicitly evaluates whether the candidate and host have developed a concrete collaborative plan.</p> <p data-start="23973" data-end="24006">A strong proposal should explain:</p> <ul data-start="24008" data-end="24191"> <li data-section-id="104yp7j" data-start="24008" data-end="24027">Research question</li> <li data-section-id="enj40i" data-start="24028" data-end="24051">Academic significance</li> <li data-section-id="1fr3885" data-start="24052" data-end="24065">Methodology</li> <li data-section-id="ymocgk" data-start="24066" data-end="24085">Research schedule</li> <li data-section-id="gjt2hx" data-start="24086" data-end="24114">Host institution resources</li> <li data-section-id="nfm4yv" data-start="24115" data-end="24142">Division of collaboration</li> <li data-section-id="az89db" data-start="24143" data-end="24162">Expected outcomes</li> <li data-section-id="10cuka5" data-start="24163" data-end="24191">International significance</li> </ul> <hr data-start="24193" data-end="24196" /> <h2 data-section-id="174f53r" data-start="24198" data-end="24234">4. Explain Why Japan Is Necessary</h2> <p data-start="24236" data-end="24286">Avoid a proposal that could be conducted anywhere.</p> <p data-start="24288" data-end="24354">Identify what Japan offers that is specifically relevant, such as:</p> <ul data-start="24356" data-end="24507"> <li data-section-id="2n9ysq" data-start="24356" data-end="24373">Unique archives</li> <li data-section-id="ku3rl9" data-start="24374" data-end="24388">Laboratories</li> <li data-section-id="1qbnbu1" data-start="24389" data-end="24399">Datasets</li> <li data-section-id="v903ci" data-start="24400" data-end="24421">Research facilities</li> <li data-section-id="48c5xu" data-start="24422" data-end="24435">Field sites</li> <li data-section-id="3v0kmp" data-start="24436" data-end="24461">Intellectual traditions</li> <li data-section-id="1y3vway" data-start="24462" data-end="24483">Technical expertise</li> <li data-section-id="11hvkhb" data-start="24484" data-end="24507">Host research network</li> </ul> <p data-start="24509" data-end="24558">This strengthens the logic behind the Fellowship.</p> <hr data-start="24560" data-end="24563" /> <h2 data-section-id="al4635" data-start="24565" data-end="24601">5. Show Future Research Potential</h2> <p data-start="24603" data-end="24659">The fellowship is intended for early-career researchers.</p> <p data-start="24661" data-end="24756">Reviewers therefore consider not only what candidates have already accomplished but also their:</p> <p data-start="24758" data-end="24819"><strong data-start="24758" data-end="24779">Future potential.</strong></p> <p data-start="24821" data-end="24889">Your proposal should demonstrate how the fellowship will help build:</p> <ul data-start="24891" data-end="25042"> <li data-section-id="pwt6uz" data-start="24891" data-end="24923">A coherent academic trajectory</li> <li data-section-id="1ytzhr5" data-start="24924" data-end="24957">New international collaboration</li> <li data-section-id="r03sde" data-start="24958" data-end="24979">Future publications</li> <li data-section-id="1fypm4x" data-start="24980" data-end="25011">Sustainable research networks</li> <li data-section-id="x056k6" data-start="25012" data-end="25042">New methodological expertise</li> </ul> <hr data-start="25044" data-end="25047" /> <h2 data-section-id="qh9uls" data-start="25049" data-end="25100">6. Highlight Research Achievements Strategically</h2> <p data-start="25102" data-end="25166">Your publication list matters, but quantity alone is not enough.</p> <p data-start="25168" data-end="25202">Prioritize evidence demonstrating:</p> <ul data-start="25204" data-end="25324"> <li data-section-id="2u2jb9" data-start="25204" data-end="25227">Research independence</li> <li data-section-id="zs948o" data-start="25228" data-end="25247">Scholarly quality</li> <li data-section-id="1evlike" data-start="25248" data-end="25283">Relevance to the proposed project</li> <li data-section-id="16902pe" data-start="25284" data-end="25324">Ability to complete ambitious research</li> </ul> <p data-start="25326" data-end="25470">Applicants from fields where journal publication is less dominant should present the strongest appropriate research outputs in their discipline.</p> <hr data-start="25472" data-end="25475" /> <h1 data-section-id="qet8s3" data-start="25477" data-end="25506">FY2027 Timeline at a Glance</h1> <div class="group TyagGW_tableContainer"> <div class="TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit" tabindex="-1"> <table class="w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)" data-start="25508" data-end="25845"> <thead data-start="25508" data-end="25592"> <tr data-start="25508" data-end="25592"> <th class="last:pe-10" data-start="25508" data-end="25522" data-col-size="sm">Recruitment</th> <th class="last:pe-10" data-start="25522" data-end="25538" data-col-size="sm">JSPS deadline</th> <th class="last:pe-10" data-start="25538" data-end="25548" data-col-size="sm">Results</th> <th class="last:pe-10" data-start="25548" data-end="25574" data-col-size="sm">Fellowship start window</th> <th class="last:pe-10" data-start="25574" data-end="25592" data-col-size="sm">Planned awards</th> </tr> </thead> <tbody data-start="25616" data-end="25845"> <tr data-start="25616" data-end="25729"> <td data-start="25616" data-end="25646" data-col-size="sm">First FY2027 Standard round</td> <td data-start="25646" data-end="25673" data-col-size="sm">28 August 2026, 5 PM JST</td> <td data-col-size="sm" data-start="25673" data-end="25694">Late December 2026</td> <td data-col-size="sm" data-start="25694" data-end="25722">1 April–30 September 2027</td> <td data-col-size="sm" data-start="25722" data-end="25729">120</td> </tr> <tr data-start="25730" data-end="25845"> <td data-start="25730" data-end="25761" data-col-size="sm">Second FY2027 Standard round</td> <td data-start="25761" data-end="25787" data-col-size="sm">23 April 2027, 5 PM JST</td> <td data-start="25787" data-end="25807" data-col-size="sm">Early August 2027</td> <td data-start="25807" data-end="25838" data-col-size="sm">1 September–30 November 2027</td> <td data-start="25838" data-end="25845" data-col-size="sm">120</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> </div> <p data-start="25847" data-end="25886"> <p data-start="25888" data-end="25951">Remember that these are <strong data-start="25912" data-end="25950">host institution-to-JSPS deadlines</strong>.</p> <p data-start="25953" data-end="26001">Internal university deadlines may occur earlier.</p> <hr data-start="26003" data-end="26006" /> <h1 data-section-id="1u6lzay" data-start="26008" data-end="26045">Key Fellowship Benefits at a Glance</h1> <p data-start="26047" data-end="26124"><strong data-start="26047" data-end="26061">Programme:</strong> JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowships for Research in Japan – Standard</p> <p data-start="26126" data-end="26144"><strong data-start="26126" data-end="26138">Country:</strong> Japan</p> <p data-start="26146" data-end="26178"><strong data-start="26146" data-end="26165">Research level:</strong> Postdoctoral</p> <p data-start="26180" data-end="26240"><strong data-start="26180" data-end="26191">Fields:</strong> Humanities, social sciences and natural sciences</p> <p data-start="26242" data-end="26268"><strong data-start="26242" data-end="26255">Duration:</strong> 12–24 months</p> <p data-start="26270" data-end="26316"><strong data-start="26270" data-end="26304">Monthly maintenance allowance:</strong> JPY 362,000</p> <p data-start="26318" data-end="26356"><strong data-start="26318" data-end="26344">Settling-in allowance:</strong> JPY 200,000</p> <p data-start="26358" data-end="26419"><strong data-start="26358" data-end="26384">International airfare:</strong> Round-trip ticket under JSPS rules</p> <p data-start="26421" data-end="26461"><strong data-start="26421" data-end="26435">Insurance:</strong> Overseas travel insurance</p> <p data-start="26463" data-end="26524"><strong data-start="26463" data-end="26485">Research expenses:</strong> Separate Grant-in-Aid may be available</p> <p data-start="26526" data-end="26598"><strong data-start="26526" data-end="26544">FY2027 awards:</strong> Approximately 120 in each open-call recruitment round</p> <p data-start="26600" data-end="26682"><strong data-start="26600" data-end="26653">Next official FY2027 Standard open-call deadline:</strong> 23 April 2027 at 5:00 PM JST</p> <p data-start="26684" data-end="26723"> <hr data-start="26725" data-end="26728" /> <h1 data-section-id="vgglbi" data-start="26730" data-end="26758">Official Application Links</h1> <p data-start="26760" data-end="26802">Main JSPS international fellowship portal:</p> <p data-start="26804" data-end="26843"><span class="contents" data-content-reference-start="26195" data-content-reference-end="26294"><span class="" data-state="closed"><a class="decorated-link" href="https://www.jsps.go.jp/english/e-fellow/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">JSPS International Fellowships for Research in Japan</a></span></span></p> <p data-start="26845" data-end="26862">Standard Program:</p> <p data-start="26864" data-end="26903"><span class="contents" data-content-reference-start="26315" data-content-reference-end="26425"><span class="" data-state="closed"><a class="decorated-link" href="https://www.jsps.go.jp/english/e-fellow/e-ippan/index.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship Standard Program</a></span></span></p> <p data-start="26905" data-end="26943">FY2027 application forms and guidance:</p> <p data-start="26945" data-end="26984"><span class="contents" data-content-reference-start="26467" data-content-reference-end="26564"><span class="" data-state="closed"><a class="decorated-link" href="https://www.jsps.go.jp/english/e-fellow/application.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">FY2027 JSPS Application Guidelines</a></span></span></p> <p data-start="26986" data-end="27019">FY2027 Standard Program schedule:</p> <p data-start="27021" data-end="27060"><span class="contents" data-content-reference-start="26601" data-content-reference-end="26723"><span class="" data-state="closed"><a class="decorated-link" href="https://www.jsps.go.jp/english/e-fellow/e-ippan/appliguidelines.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">FY2027 Standard Fellowship Application Schedule</a></span></span></p> <hr data-start="27062" data-end="27065" /> <h1 data-section-id="fsb6xx" data-start="27067" data-end="27079">Conclusion</h1> <p data-start="27081" data-end="27322">The <strong data-start="27085" data-end="27163">JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship for Research in Japan 2027 – Standard Program</strong> is one of the most substantial opportunities available to early-career international researchers seeking to build a sustained research collaboration in Japan.</p> <p data-start="27324" data-end="27716">The programme is open across the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences and offers <strong data-start="27417" data-end="27447">12 to 24 months of support</strong>, including a <strong data-start="27461" data-end="27605">JPY 362,000 monthly maintenance allowance, JPY 200,000 settling-in allowance, round-trip international airfare and overseas travel insurance</strong>, with separate research funding potentially available through KAKENHI.</p> <p data-start="27718" data-end="28170">Candidates must generally be nationals of countries with diplomatic relations with Japan, with Taiwan and Palestine treated as eligible for this purpose, and must have obtained their doctorate within the relevant six-year period or be expected to receive their PhD before the Fellowship begins. Japanese citizens and permanent residents of Japan are not eligible under the Standard overseas-researcher programme.</p> <p data-start="28172" data-end="28467">The application process is built around collaboration. Candidates need an eligible Japanese host researcher and a concrete research plan, and open-call applications are submitted through the host institution rather than directly by the overseas candidate.</p> <p data-start="28469" data-end="28732">For FY2027, JSPS plans approximately <strong data-start="28506" data-end="28566">120 Standard Fellowships in each of two open-call rounds</strong>. The first deadline was 28 August 2026, while the second-round host-institution deadline is <strong data-start="28659" data-end="28691">23 April 2027 at 5:00 PM JST</strong>.</p> <p data-start="28734" data-end="28937">Applicants should therefore disregard claims that <strong data-start="28784" data-end="28850">15 November 2026 is the universal Standard Fellowship deadline</strong> unless that date comes from a specific overseas nominating authority relevant to them.</p> <p data-start="28939" data-end="29229">For researchers who can develop a strong partnership with a Japanese host and articulate a compelling collaborative project, the JSPS Standard Fellowship offers substantial financial support, international research exposure and the opportunity to build long-term academic networks in Japan.</p> <p data-start="28939" data-end="29229"> <p data-start="28939" data-end="29229">To discover more global fellowships, <a href="https://opportunitiesforyouth.org/category/fellowship/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>VISIT HERE</strong></a>.</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://opportunitiesforyouth.org/2026/09/13/jsps-fellowship-2027/">JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship 2027 in Japan: JPY 362,000 Monthly Stipend, Airfare and 120 Awards per Open-Call Round</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://opportunitiesforyouth.org">Opportunities for Youth</a>.</p>