2026 K-Startup Center (KSC) Hub-based Project Participant Recruitment
Startups with investment history or export records within the last 3 years can reside in one of six hubs across five global innovation cities to access local mentoring and buyer/VC matching opportunities.
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Recruitment is open year-round with online application submission. The program offers support for early settlement at overseas hubs, commercialization and investment attraction, and sustainable performance creation.
3-second summary
- Recruitment Period: Year-round continuous recruitment
- Support Items: Early settlement at overseas hubs (office space, corporate establishment, local market info), Business development & Investment attraction (consulting, VC matching, IR pitching), Sustained performance creation (network event linkage)
- Application Link: https://www.kosmes.or.kr/nsh/SH/SBI/SHSBI102M0.do
- Contact: KOSME Global Cooperation Division (055-751-9683, 9688)
Eligibility checklist
- Startups with investment history or export performance within the last 3 years
- Companies operating in new industry fields are eligible if established within 10 years
Schedule & how to apply
- Deadline: Year-round continuous recruitment
- Application Method: Online application (https://www.kosmes.or.kr/nsh/SH/SBI/SHSBI102M0.do)
Recommended for
- Recommended for startup CEOs seeking overseas expansion who have investment history or export records within the last 3 years.
- Companies operating in new industry fields with an age of up to 10 years are also eligible.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility requirements: Startups with investment history or export performance within the last 3 years; Companies operating in new industry fields are eligible if established within 10 years.
How do I apply?
Applications follow the official program notice, which is in Korean. See the source link for the method and receiving office; Beaconoi can prepare an English draft for your review.
Which organization runs this program?
This program is administered by Korea SMEs and Startups Agency (KOSME).
Last updated · Source: Korea SMEs and Startups Agency (KOSME) — official notice
※ Program information is compiled from each institution’s public sources; actual eligibility, amounts and deadlines may change. Always verify against the official notice (in Korean) before applying.