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Postdoctoral Fellowships for Research in Japan (Standard)

Postdoctoral Fellowships Standard

Supports Japan researchers with structured pathways in postdoctoral research from planning to deployment.

The Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Standard Postdoctoral Fellowship is Japan's principal government-funded mechanism for bringing overseas early-career researchers to conduct collaborative research at Japanese universities and research institutions. Administered by JSPS — a statutory funding organisation established under Japan's Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science a…

Collaborative postdoctoral research between an overseas researcher and a Japanese host.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.28 Aug 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.12–24 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: www.jsps.go.jp