2026 SME Challenge Diagnosis Support Program Recruitment
Manufacturing SMEs with sales over 5 billion KRW are eligible for the Challenge Diagnosis support program.
- Eligible
- Manufacturing SMEs with revenue over 5 billion KRW
- Deadline
- 2026.08.04
The program recruits approximately 50 manufacturing SMEs under the Framework Act on Small and Medium Enterprises with annual sales of 5 billion KRW or more based on the 2025 standard financial statements. Applications must be submitted online via the KOSME website from July 20 to August 4, 2026.
3-second summary
- Target: Manufacturing SMEs with sales of 5 billion KRW or more
- Scale: Approximately 50 companies
- Application Period: 2026.07.20 (Mon) ~ 2026.08.04 (Tue)
- Method: Online application via KOSME website (kosmes.or.kr)
Eligibility checklist
- Manufacturing SMEs under Article 2 of the Framework Act on Small and Medium Enterprises
- Companies with annual sales of 5 billion KRW or more based on 2025 standard financial statements (use 2024 if 2025 is not disclosed)
- Exclusion of suspended/closed businesses and companies with unpaid national/local taxes
- Exclusion of companies registered with delinquency, default, rehabilitation, or bankruptcy information at Korea Credit Information Services
- Exclusion of industries ineligible for policy funds (e.g., gambling, public sector operations, high-income professional services, finance/insurance)
Schedule & how to apply
- Application Period: 2026.07.20 (Mon) ~ 2026.08.04 (Tue)
- Application Method: Online submission via KOSME website (kosmes.or.kr)
Recommended for
- Recommended for CEOs of growing manufacturing SMEs with significant revenue scale.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply?
This program is for Manufacturing SMEs with revenue over 5 billion KRW. Details: Manufacturing SMEs under Article 2 of the Framework Act on Small and Medium Enterprises; Companies with annual sales of 5 billion KRW or more based on 2025 standard financial statements (use 2024 if 2025 is not disclosed); Exclusion of suspended/closed businesses and companies with unpaid national/local taxes; Exclusion of companies registered with delinquency, default, rehabilitation, or bankruptcy information at Korea Credit Information Services.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 2026.08.04. Applications are currently closed. Schedules may change — confirm against the official program notice.
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.