2026 Automotive Parts Circular Economy Innovation Infrastructure Construction Project Implementation Plan Announcement
A non-R&D project offering up to 9.9 billion KRW in national funding to build remanufacturing infrastructure and expand into domestic and global markets.
- Deadline
- Closed
This project aims to establish a circular economy system for the entire remanufacturing lifecycle of used parts in response to the automotive industry transition. It supports up to 9.9 billion KRW in national funds over 4 years and 3 months (up to 200 million KRW in 2026) through a designated public solicitation method.
3-second summary
- Support Scale: 1 Project (Non-R&D)
- Support Type: Designated Public Solicitation
- Project Period: Oct 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2030 (4 years 3 months)
- National Funding: Up to 9.9 billion KRW (Up to 200 million KRW in 2026)
Eligibility checklist
- Lead and joint R&D institutions must be non-profit legal entities, etc.
- Ineligible if currently restricted from participating in national R&D projects
- Ineligible if failing to fulfill obligations such as report submission or technology fee payment
Schedule & how to apply
- Announcement: Aug-Sep 2026
- Application Submission: Aug-Sep 2026
- Selection Evaluation: Sep-Oct 2026
- Agreement Signing & Fund Disbursement: Oct 2026
Recommended for
- Recommended for non-profit institutions capable of building remanufacturing centers that handle the full lifecycle from collection to certification of used parts.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility requirements: Lead and joint R&D institutions must be non-profit legal entities, etc.; Ineligible if currently restricted from participating in national R&D projects; Ineligible if failing to fulfill obligations such as report submission or technology fee payment.
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 Institute of Industrial Technology.
Last updated · Source: Korea Institute of Industrial Technology — 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.