Postdoctoral Fellowships for Research in Japan
Standard
Application Schedule (Open Call)
FY2026
| Recruitment | Application deadline (from host institution to JSPS) | Period for publishing selection results | Periods for arrival in Japan (Commencement Date of Fellowship) | Number of fellowships award |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st |
August 29, 2025 (by 5 p.m. (JST)) | Late December 2025 | April 1, 2026-September 30, 2026 | 120 |
| 2nd | April 28, 2026 (by 5 p.m. (JST)) | Early August 2026 | September 1, 2026-November 30, 2026 | 120 |
FY2025
| Recruitment | Application deadline (from host institution to JSPS) | Period for publishing selection results | Periods for arrival in Japan (Commencement Date of Fellowship) | Number of fellowships award |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | August 30, 2024 (by 5 p.m. (JST)) | Late December 2024 | April 1, 2025 -September 30, 2025 | 120 |
| 2nd | April 25, 2025 (by 5 p.m. (JST)) | Early August 2025 | September 1, 2025 -November 30, 2025 | 120 |
Note: From FY2024 application, JSPS sends award letter and related documents for successful candidates (invited overseas researchers) to host institutions.