[Gyeongbuk] Recruitment for Defense Technology Transfer to Private Sector (Gyeongbuk-Gumi Defense Innovation Cluster)
Gyeongbuk-based SMEs and ventures aiming to enter the defense industry can receive up to KRW 40 million in support for defense technology transfer costs.
- Support
- Up to KRW 40 million per company
- Eligible
- SMEs and Venture companies headquartered or with factories in Gyeongbuk
- Deadline
- 2026.11.30
- Region
- 경북
This program supports defense technology transfer costs for SMEs and venture companies based in Gyeongbuk that wish to enter the defense industry or apply military technologies. It covers initial licensing fees up to KRW 40 million per company, while ongoing royalties are borne by the applicant. Applications can be submitted online via the Gyeongbuk Technopark website from January 20 to November 30, 2026.
3-second summary
- Support Amount: Up to KRW 40 million per company
- Target Audience: SMEs and venture companies with HQ/factory in Gyeongbuk
- Application Period: Jan 20, 2026 - Nov 30, 2026
- Support Content: Defense technology transfer support (initial licensing fees only)
- Recruitment Scale: Until budget is exhausted
Eligibility checklist
- SMEs and venture companies with headquarters or factories located in Gyeongbuk as of the announcement date
- Companies wishing to enter the defense industry or currently operating in it
- Companies seeking to apply technologies held by national defense-related research institutes
- Companies seeking to apply manned-unmanned teaming (MUM-T) related technologies
- Approval from the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) for defense technology transfer is mandatory
Schedule & how to apply
- Application Period: Jan 20, 2026 - Nov 30, 2026
- Application Method: Online application via Gyeongbuk Technopark website
Recommended for
- Recommended for CEOs of SMEs and venture companies based in Gyeongbuk who seek to apply defense technologies such as manned-unmanned teaming systems.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply?
This program is for SMEs and Venture companies headquartered or with factories in Gyeongbuk. Details: SMEs and venture companies with headquarters or factories located in Gyeongbuk as of the announcement date; Companies wishing to enter the defense industry or currently operating in it; Companies seeking to apply technologies held by national defense-related research institutes; Companies seeking to apply manned-unmanned teaming (MUM-T) related technologies.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 2026.11.30. 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.
How much support is provided?
Support scale: Up to KRW 40 million per company.
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.