JICA SDGs Global Leader Program
Provided by Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)
JICA's SDGs Global Leader Program trains government officials, academics, and researchers from developing countries (including India) in SDG-related fields. It's a full scholarship covering tuition, living, and travel.
Quick Facts
- Amount
- Full tuition + living expenses + travel
- Coverage
- Full Scholarship✓ Covers tuition
- Study Level
- Master's, PhD
- Deadline
- Varies by cycle
- Monthly Stipend
- Covers living expenses
📋 Eligibility
South Asia (incl. India) eligible. For govt officials, academics, and researchers. SDG-related fields.
👤 Who It's For (and the Catch)
For government officials, academics, and researchers working in development. The catch: primarily for people already working in public sector or academia, not fresh graduates.
Last verified: 2026-07-28
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