2026 KEPCO KPS Startup & Venture Business Incubation Support Program (Extended)
Receive up to 10 million KRW in funding for technology capability enhancement, including R&D and test certification.
- Eligible
- Startup company representatives under the Framework Act on Small and Medium Enterprises
- Deadline
- 2026.09.15
The application period for the 2026 KEPCO KPS Startup & Venture Business Incubation Support Program runs from September 8 to September 15, 2026, until 6 PM. The program supports commercialization funds, technology capability enhancement costs (up to 10 million KRW per company), market expansion, and scale-up expenses, with applications accepted via email.
3-second summary
- Application Period: Sep 8, 2026 (Tue) ~ Sep 15, 2026 (Tue) until 18:00
- Support Content: Commercialization funds, Technology Capability Enhancement (Test-up), Market Expansion (Link-up), Scale-up costs
- Technology Capability Grant: 10 million KRW per company
- Application Method: Email submission of attached application form (summer@evedi.or.kr)
Eligibility checklist
- Representative of a startup company under Article 2, Paragraph 1 of the Framework Act on Small and Medium Enterprises
- Companies founded within 7 years as of the announcement date or venture companies holding a Venture Certification
- Exclusion of companies already supported by other institutions' mutual growth startup support programs in 2026
Schedule & how to apply
- Deadline: Sep 15, 2026 (Tue) 18:00
- Application Method: Email submission (summer@evedi.or.kr)
Recommended for
- Recommended for representatives of startups founded within 7 years or venture companies holding a Venture Certification.
- Suitable for startups needing costs for technology verification, demonstration (R&D), and prototype development.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply?
This program is for Startup company representatives under the Framework Act on Small and Medium Enterprises. Details: Representative of a startup company under Article 2, Paragraph 1 of the Framework Act on Small and Medium Enterprises; Companies founded within 7 years as of the announcement date or venture companies holding a Venture Certification; Exclusion of companies already supported by other institutions' mutual growth startup support programs in 2026.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 2026.09.15. 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.