JDS Bangladesh

27/08/2026

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to H.E. Ambassador Md. Daud Ali and all officials of the Embassy of Bangladesh in Tokyo, as well as the representatives of MOFA and JICA, for their warm welcome, inspiring encouragement, and continued support for the 2026 JDS Fellows and the JDS Project.

12/08/2026

The first group of JDS 25th Batch Master's Fellows departed Dhaka in the early hours of August 9 and arrived safely in Japan later that day!

They attended the post-arrival orientation at the JICE Headquarters in Tokyo today.

Over the next three weeks, they will participate in a variety of activities, including Japanese language training, courtesy visit to the Embassy, networking session with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan and JICA, and disaster preparedness training. We wish them all the best as they begin this exciting journey in Japan!

To the second and third groups, please continue your preparations for departure. We look forward to welcoming you in Japan soon!

28/07/2026

[Send-off Party for JDS 25th Batch Master's Fellows and 9th Batch PhD Fellows]

The Send-off Party for the JDS Fellows was successfully held at the Embassy of Japan in Bangladesh.

The event brought together newly selected fellows, alumni, and distinguished guests to celebrate the beginning of an exciting new journey in Japan. It was a valuable occasion to share encouragement, experiences, and best wishes before their departure.

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the Embassy of Japan in Bangladesh for hosting the event, as well as to JICA Bangladesh, the JDS Alumni Association, and the Government of Bangladesh for their continued support.

We wish all fellows a rewarding academic life in Japan and look forward to seeing their future achievements.

Congratulations and safe travels!

11/07/2026

Japanese Language Training for this year’s new Master's Fellows officially began today in Dhaka.

Over the next two weeks, they will work hard to build a solid foundation in Japanese language knowledge and skills through an intensive training course.

The teachers and JICE staff are always there to support them.
Ganbatte! (Do your best!)

06/07/2026

Japanese firms see promise in Bangladesh, but they attach great importance to economic, political, and social stability, said Tanaka Akihiko, president of the Japan International Cooperation Agency.

02/07/2026

Today, the 23rd Batch Master's Fellows of IUJ paid a courtesy visit to the Embassy of Bangladesh in Tokyo before departing Japan.

All of them successfully completed their studies and earned their master's degrees. Congratulations!

We wish them a safe journey home and every success in Bangladesh!

26/06/2026

জাপানি শিল্পী মিযুতানি শুনসুকে এবং ওয়াতানাবে মায়ে’র গড়া দুই সদস্যের ব্যান্ড দল “বাজনা বিট” বাংলাদেশে কার্যক্রম...

25/06/2026

Hello, Assalamu alaikum, and "Konnichiwa" to everyone interested in and involved with the JDS Bangladesh Project,

We are pleased to announce that the final candidates (Fellows) have been successfully selected: 30 for the 25th Master’s batch and 3 for the 9th PhD batch. We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all those who applied, attended the selection process, and showed interest in the project. And to those who were successfully selected—congratulations!

In July, pre-departure training will be conducted in Dhaka, including Japanese language lessons, a pre-departure orientation, and a Send-Off Party.

Ahead of this, online Japanese language lessons began last weekend for Master's Fellows, to learn Japanese alphabet - Hiragana and Katakana (refer to the attached photo for a glimpse of the lesson).

Japanese is often regarded as one of the most challenging languages to learn. However, there are also similarities with Bengali in vocabulary and grammar that learners can discover along the way, making the process both enjoyable and rewarding.
Above all, being able to communicate directly in Japanese with people in Japan after arrival will play a crucial role in building relationships, deepening cultural understanding, and adapting to life there.

Let’s all do our best together as we prepare for departure!

Please note that applications for the next batch (for enrollment in autumn 2027) will open this coming autumn. Further details will be announced on this page and on the JDS website as soon as they are available.

26/12/2025

⏰ Deadline Approaching! Apply Now for JDS Scholarship⏰
The application deadline for the JDS Project is January 6, 2026.

Don’t miss this opportunity to pursue your Master’s or Doctoral degree in Japan!🇯🇵
✅ Check the eligibility criteria
✅ Prepare your documents
✅ Submit your application before the deadline

Apply today and take the next step toward contributing to Bangladesh’s development!
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The Project for Human Resource Development Scholarship in Bangladesh

10/12/2025

📢 Introducing Our Step-by-Step Video Guide for Online Applications!📢

Are you planning to apply for the JDS Scholarship Program? We’ve prepared a detailed video tutorial to help you navigate the online application process with ease.🎥

✅ Learn how to fill out each section correctly
✅ Avoid common mistakes
✅ Complete your application smoothly

Watch the video now and start your application with confidence!
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For more details about the JDS Program, please visit our official website: https://www.jds-scholarship.org/country/bangladesh/

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