2026 Industrial Complex Open Innovation Program KICXUP Challenge & Local Startup 2nd Recruitment
Receive up to 15 million KRW per PoC grant along with office space within the industrial complex (KICXUP Seoul).
- Deadline
- 2026.10.23
The application period runs from October 12 (Mon) to October 23 (Fri) at 5:00 PM in 2026. Selected companies for both the KICXUP Challenge and Local tracks receive support including acceleration, PoC grants (up to 15 million KRW per case), investment linkage, guarantee/investment support, and office space. Required documents include the application form, privacy consent, and business plan, with an additional collaboration agreement required for Local track applicants.
3-second summary
- Application Period: Oct 12 (Mon) - Oct 23 (Fri) 17:00, 2026
- Support Content: Acceleration, PoC Grants (up to 15M KRW), Investment/TIPS Linkage, Guarantee/Investment Support, Office Space
- Evaluation Process: Document review and presentation evaluation (Selecting approx. 12 Challenge / 2 Local companies first, then finalizing approx. 6 Challenge / 1 Local companies)
Schedule & how to apply
- Deadline: Oct 23 (Fri) 17:00, 2026
- Evaluation Process: 1st Document Review, 2nd Presentation Evaluation
Recommended for
- Recommended for startup CEOs seeking to build collaboration models within industrial complexes and requiring PoC funding and investment linkages.
Frequently asked questions
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 2026.10.23. 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.