Research grant

JSPS KAKENHI

Japan Society for the Promotion of Science · Japan
Next deadline
The FY2027 call ran from 14 July to 17 September 2026 (Scientific Research A/B/C, Early-Career, Challenging Research). No FY2028 dates have been published yet.
Funding
See official page
Type
Research project grant
Who it is for
Early-career faculty, Mid-career faculty, Senior faculty
Disciplines
All disciplines
Status
Closed

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Details last checked on 21 October 2026. Deadlines and rules change every cycle. Always confirm on the official Japan Society for the Promotion of Science page before applying.

About this grant

Japan's main competitive research grant, for all fields.

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for the JSPS KAKENHI?
Check the eligibility rules on the official Japan Society for the Promotion of Science page.

What is the deadline for the JSPS KAKENHI?
The FY2027 call ran from 14 July to 17 September 2026 (Scientific Research A/B/C, Early-Career, Challenging Research). No FY2028 dates have been published yet. Always confirm on the official page.

How much funding does the JSPS KAKENHI offer?
Funding amounts are set by Japan Society for the Promotion of Science for each call. See the official page for current figures.

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