2026 Future Pioneering Convergence Science and Technology Development Project (Breakthrough R&D) New Task Call
- Eligible
- Qualified Research and Development Institutions
- Deadline
- 2026.11.13
The announcement period runs from October 13 to November 12, 2026, with PI applications and institutional approvals required by their respective deadlines (Nov 12 and Nov 13). Applications are submitted online via the Integrated Research Support System (IRIS), requiring the submission of research plans and attached documents.
3-second summary
- Lead Agency: National Research Foundation of Korea
- Application Period: Oct 13, 2026 - Nov 12, 2026, 18:00
- Method: Online application via IRIS
- Documents: Research plan and attached documents
Eligibility checklist
- Research institutions directly established and operated by national or local governments
- Schools (universities) under Article 2 of the Higher Education Act
- Government-funded research institutes under Article 2 of the Act on Establishment, Operation and Promotion of Government-funded Research Institutes
- Science and technology government-funded research institutes under Article 2 of the Act on Establishment, Operation and Promotion of Science and Technology Government-funded Research Institutes
- Local government-funded research institutes under Article 2 of the Act on Establishment and Operation of Local Government-funded Research Institutes
- Specific research institutions under Article 2 of the Specific Research Institution Promotion Act
- Companies under Article 169 of the Commercial Code
- Other institutions or organizations designated by Presidential Decree
Schedule & how to apply
- Announcement Period: Oct 13, 2026 - Nov 12, 2026, 18:00
- PI Application Period: Oct 26, 2026 - Nov 12, 2026, 18:00
- Institution Review & Approval Period: Oct 26, 2026 - Nov 13, 2026, 18:00
- Procedure: Log in to IRIS, fill online info & upload plan -> Institutional confirmation & approval
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply?
This program is for Qualified Research and Development Institutions. Details: Research institutions directly established and operated by national or local governments; Schools (universities) under Article 2 of the Higher Education Act; Government-funded research institutes under Article 2 of the Act on Establishment, Operation and Promotion of Government-funded Research Institutes; Science and technology government-funded research institutes under Article 2 of the Act on Establishment, Operation and Promotion of Science and Technology Government-funded Research Institutes.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 2026.11.13. 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 National Research Foundation of Korea.
Last updated · Source: National Research Foundation of Korea — 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.