2026 Special Guarantee for Pre-Unicorn Companies Recruitment and Support Plan Announcement (Closed Type)
Pre-IPO SMEs selected as Unicorn Bridge companies that meet venture investment and growth criteria can receive special guarantees.
- Eligible
- SMEs meeting eligibility criteria and not excluded
- Deadline
- 2026.10.12
- Region
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The application period runs from September 23, 2026, at 10:00 to October 12, 2026, at 18:00, with online applications required via the Korea Credit Guarantee Fund Digital Branch. The support includes special guarantees and linked support programs.
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- Organizer: Gyeonggi Province
- Application Period: Sep 23, 2026 10:00 ~ Oct 12, 2026 18:00
- Support Content: Special Guarantee, Linked Support Programs
- Application Method: Online via KCGF Digital Branch
Eligibility checklist
- Non-listed companies selected as 2026 Unicorn Bridge (KOSDAQ listed allowed)
- Cumulative venture investment of over 5 billion KRW from domestic/foreign VC institutions
- Technical Business Evaluation Grade BB or higher from KCGF, or 10+ full-time employees as of previous year-end
- Average annual sales growth rate of 20% or more over the last 3 years (established before Dec 31, 2021)
- Previous year's sales increased by over 10 billion KRW compared to the prior year (established after Jan 1, 2022)
Schedule & how to apply
- Deadline: Oct 12, 2026 18:00
- Application Method: Online via KCGF Digital Branch (www.kibo.or.kr)
Recommended for
- Recommended for CEOs of non-listed SMEs selected as Unicorn Bridge companies who have received venture investment and demonstrate high growth potential.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply?
This program is for SMEs meeting eligibility criteria and not excluded. Details: Non-listed companies selected as 2026 Unicorn Bridge (KOSDAQ listed allowed); Cumulative venture investment of over 5 billion KRW from domestic/foreign VC institutions; Technical Business Evaluation Grade BB or higher from KCGF, or 10+ full-time employees as of previous year-end; Average annual sales growth rate of 20% or more over the last 3 years (established before Dec 31, 2021).
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 2026.10.12. 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.
Last updated · Source: official program 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.