Notice No. 26-2: Defense SME Export Support Program - Recruitment of Projects and Lead Companies
Defense SMEs that have signed an MOU with foreign government/defense entities or been selected as preferred negotiation partners can receive up to 600 million KRW for marketing and certification costs.
- Eligible
- Support Projects
- Deadline
- Closed
This program supports defense SMEs in enhancing export competitiveness through product improvement, facility/equipment introduction, marketing, and certification testing. Marketing and certification items are supported up to 600 million KRW over a maximum period of 2 years.
3-second summary
- Support Content: Product specification adjustments and component modifications to meet global customer requirements
- Support Content: Introduction costs for facilities and equipment necessary for technology/product development, manufacturing, and commercialization
- Support Content: Export-linked marketing including local promotional materials, advertising, and exhibition participation
- Support Content: Global certification and domestic/international demonstration tests to enhance reliability
- Support Limit: Up to 600 million KRW over 2 years combined for marketing and certification items
Eligibility checklist
- Must qualify as a small and medium-sized enterprise under Article 2 of the Framework Act on Small and Medium Enterprises
- Companies with an annual R&D investment ratio exceeding 2% of sales revenue for the last 3 years
- Cases where a direct business agreement (MOU/NDA) has been concluded with a foreign government agency (including military) or defense company, or cases where the company has been selected as a preferred negotiation partner by such entities
Schedule & how to apply
- Application Method: Online submission via ADTD Project Management System (PMS)
- Deadline: Project execution plan must be submitted by 14:00 on Friday, September 11, 2026
- Supplementation Period: Supplementary documents may be submitted within 2 days after the application deadline if requested
Recommended for
- Recommended for CEOs of small and medium-sized defense companies with high R&D investment ratios who are actively engaging with overseas defense buyers.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply?
This program is for Support Projects. Details: Must qualify as a small and medium-sized enterprise under Article 2 of the Framework Act on Small and Medium Enterprises; Companies with an annual R&D investment ratio exceeding 2% of sales revenue for the last 3 years; Cases where a direct business agreement (MOU/NDA) has been concluded with a foreign government agency (including military) or defense company, or cases where the company has been selected as a preferred negotiation partner by such entities.
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 Institute for Defense Technology Advancement.
Last updated · Source: Institute for Defense Technology Advancement — 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.