2026 K-Brand Government Certification Program Recruitment for Participating Companies (2nd Round)
SMEs and mid-sized enterprises can receive support of up to 200 million KRW per company for the introduction costs of authentic product verification technology.
- Support
- Up to 3 billion KRW
- Eligible
- SMEs and Mid-sized Enterprises
- Deadline
- 마감일 원문 확인
Provides up to 200 million KRW per company for costs associated with using national certification trademarks equipped with authentic product verification technology, along with overseas monitoring results and surveys. It features a combination of Korea Minting and Security Printing Corporation watermark technology and private watermark technology to enhance counterfeit detection.
3-second summary
- Support Amount: Total budget of 3 billion KRW, up to 200 million KRW per company
- Target Audience: SMEs and Mid-sized Enterprises (Large corporations eligible with self-funding)
- Support Content: Costs for using national certification trademarks with authentic product verification technology
- Features: Utilization of KMSP and private watermark technologies, provision of overseas monitoring results
Eligibility checklist
- Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) as defined in Article 2 of the Framework Act on Small and Medium Enterprises and Article 3 of its Enforcement Decree
- Mid-sized Enterprises as defined in Article 2 of the Special Act on Promotion of Growth and Strengthening Competitiveness of Mid-sized Enterprises and Article 2 of its Enforcement Decree
- Large corporations may participate only if they bear the full cost of introducing authentic product verification technology
Recommended for
- Recommended for CEOs of SMEs and mid-sized enterprises considering overseas expansion or needing brand protection.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply?
This program is for SMEs and Mid-sized Enterprises. Details: Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) as defined in Article 2 of the Framework Act on Small and Medium Enterprises and Article 3 of its Enforcement Decree; Mid-sized Enterprises as defined in Article 2 of the Special Act on Promotion of Growth and Strengthening Competitiveness of Mid-sized Enterprises and Article 2 of its Enforcement Decree; Large corporations may participate only if they bear the full cost of introducing authentic product verification technology.
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.
How much support is provided?
Support scale: Up to 3 billion KRW.
Which organization runs this program?
This program is administered by Korea Intellectual Property Protection Agency.
Last updated · Source: Korea Intellectual Property Protection Agency — 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.