Japan Development Service Co., Ltd.
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Everything you need to prepare a strong application.
Downloadable forms, the TAO online portal, research plan templates, math exam preparation materials — all in one place. Country-specific application kits are available from each JDS Project Office.
The Admission Office (TAO) of Japan is the official online application system used by JDS. The system handles document upload, application status tracking, and communication with university faculties.
Step-by-step walkthroughs for completing your online application. ⚠ Videos to be finalised — thumbnails are placeholders.
1. Creating Your TAO Account
2. Uploading Required Documents
3. Submitting Your Application
The following standard forms are used across all JDS partner countries. Always use the latest version linked here — older versions are not accepted.
| Form | Title | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Form 1 | Confidential Statement of Reference for Master Level | Submitted by referee in a signed and sealed envelope |
| Form 2 | Personal Information Sheet | Includes photo, contact, family information |
| Form 3 | Statement of Purpose | 500–800 words |
| Form 4 | Research Plan (Master) | 3,000–5,000 words including bibliography |
| Form 5 | Certificate of English Proficiency Waiver Request | For University of Tsukuba applicants only |
| Form 6 | Medical Check-up Form | To be completed by physician — January |
| Form 7 | Nomination Letter from Organisation | Signed by head of your organisation |
| Form 8 | Service Commitment Pledge | Return to home country and continue government service |
| Form 9 | Photograph Submission | Recent passport-style photo |
| Form 10 | Application Cover Sheet | Generated by TAO upon submission |
Note: forms are updated annually — confirm with the JDS Project Office in your country before submission.
The research plan is the most weighted document in the document screening (1st selection). It demonstrates your academic preparedness and the relevance of JDS study to your work at home.
The mathematics exam is required for applicants to International University of Japan (IUJ) and University of Tsukuba. Approximately 60 minutes.
You can download the past exam papers (with solutions) from the links below.
The mathematics examination for University of Tokyo (Engineering) is an advanced level similar to Course 2 (Advanced) of the Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students (EJU) by JASSO. You can see the past papers from the JASSO website below.
JDS courses are delivered entirely in English. An English proficiency examination is conducted for applicants who did not graduate from English-medium universities. Required level is sufficient to study at a Japanese graduate school in English.
If you graduated from an English-based university, you may submit the Certificate of English Proficiency Waiver Request (Form 5) — applies only to University of Tsukuba applicants.
Each JDS Project Office issues a country-specific application kit including deadlines, contacts, and any local procedures. Always coordinate directly with your country office.