Summary: The AIT Asian Development Bank Scholarship is a fully funded opportunity for international students to pursue a Master’s degree at the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) in Thailand. The scholarship covers all expenses including tuition, accommodation, and travel.
- 🎓 Scholarship Name: AIT Asian Development Bank (ADB) Scholarship 2026
- 🌍 Host Country & University: Thailand – Asian Institute of Technology (AIT)
- 💼 Degree Level: Master’s (MA, MS, MBA)
- 💰 Funding Type: Fully Funded (Japanese Government via ADB)
- 🌐 Eligible Nationality: All nationalities from ADB member countries
- 📅 Application Deadline: 31 March 2026
- ⏳ Duration: 1–2 years (maximum 2 years)
- 💸 Financial Benefits:
- 🎓 Full tuition fees
- 🏠 Residential & subsistence allowance (including housing)
- 🩺 Medical & accident insurance
- 📚 Books & study materials
- ✈️ Economy-class air tickets
- 🛂 Visa fees, airport taxes & luggage allowance
- 🧪 Thesis/research & local travel support
- 🧑💻 Fields of Study:
- 🏗️ Engineering & Technology (Computer Science, AI, Electronics, Civil, Water, Energy, Nanotech, etc.)
- 🌱 Environment & Sustainable Development (Climate Change, Energy, Agriculture, Urban & Environmental Management)
- 📊 Management & Business (MBA, Finance, Banking, International Business, Public Management)
- 🔗 Interdisciplinary Programs (Disaster Management, Coastal & Watershed Management, Energy Business, Cleaner Production)
- ✅ Eligibility Criteria:
- 🎓 Bachelor’s degree with strong academic record
- 💼 Minimum 2 years of professional experience
- 👩 Preference for women candidates
- 💵 Preference for low-income applicants (family income ≤ USD 50,000/year)
- 🎂 Age limit: ≤ 35 years (up to 45 for senior professionals)
- 🌍 Must return to home country after completion
- 📄 Required Documents:
- 📜 Degree certificate & transcripts
- ✉️ Two recommendation letters
- 🗣️ English proficiency (IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 80 or equivalent)
- 🏢 Work experience certificate
- 💳 Income statement
- 📝 ADB-JSP information sheet
- 🖥️ How to Apply: Online application through AIT’s official application system
- 🌟 Opportunity Highlight: Study in Thailand for free under one of Asia’s most prestigious, fully funded master’s scholarships
Scholarship Details
| Designation | AIT Asian Development Bank Scholarship 2026 |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Economics, Management, Science, Technology & other Development-Related Fields |
| Location | Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand |
| Eligibility/Qualification | – National of an ADB country – Bachelor’s degree – At least 2 years of work experience – Age not more than 35 (45 for senior officials) – Preference to women and those with lesser financial capacity |
| Description | This scholarship offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes tuition fees, a subsistence allowance, medical insurance, and travel expenses. It aims to support students from developing nations to gain advanced knowledge and skills in various fields for sustainable development. |
| How to Apply | Applications are submitted via the online application system on the AIT website. Required documents include degree certificates, recommendation letters, and proof of English proficiency (TOEFL or IELTS). |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 March 2026 |
For more information about the scholarship, please visit the official AIT scholarship page.
