2026 Open Innovation Support: Follow-up Support for High-Performing Startups
High-performing open innovation companies can receive up to KRW 200 million in commercialization funds along with follow-up support for technology development and procurement linkage.
- Eligible
- Participating companies of the Ministry of SMEs and Startups' Open Innovation Program
- Deadline
- 2026.08.26
This program provides commercialization funds (up to KRW 200 million) and follow-up linkage support to startups participating in the Ministry of SMEs and Startups' Open Innovation Program. The application period runs from August 6, 2026, to August 26, 2026, at 16:00.
3-second summary
- Target: Companies participating in the Ministry of SMEs and Startups' Open Innovation Program
- Application Period: From Aug 6, 2026 to Aug 26, 2026, until 16:00
- Commercialization Fund: Up to KRW 200 million
- Follow-up Linkage Support: Linkage with Startup Growth Technology Development (Stepping Stone) and Public-Private Joint Technology Commercialization (Up to KRW 200-600 million)
Eligibility checklist
- Companies participating in the Ministry of SMEs and Startups' Open Innovation Program that meet the eligibility requirements stated in the announcement
- Exclusion of entities under debt default regulations by financial institutions (with specific exceptions)
- Exclusion of entities with outstanding national or local taxes (with specific exceptions)
Schedule & how to apply
- Deadline: Aug 26, 2026 (Wed), 16:00
Recommended for
- Recommended for startup CEOs who have previously participated in the Ministry of SMEs and Startups' Open Innovation Program.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply?
This program is for Participating companies of the Ministry of SMEs and Startups' Open Innovation Program. Details: Companies participating in the Ministry of SMEs and Startups' Open Innovation Program that meet the eligibility requirements stated in the announcement; Exclusion of entities under debt default regulations by financial institutions (with specific exceptions); Exclusion of entities with outstanding national or local taxes (with specific exceptions).
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 2026.08.26. 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.