2026 KEPCO KPS Startup & Venture Enterprise Incubation Support Program
Receive up to 10 million KRW per company in customized funding ranging from product refinement to overseas market expansion.
- Eligible
- Startup enterprises (within 7 years) or venture-certified companies under the Framework Act on Small and Medium Enterprises
- Deadline
- 2026.09.04
The 2026 KEPCO KPS Startup & Venture Enterprise Incubation Support Program provides funding for commercialization, technical capability enhancement, market expansion, and scale-up to startups within 7 years of founding or venture-certified companies. Applications are accepted via email from August 24 to September 4, 2026, by 5 PM.
3-second summary
- Target: Startups within 7 years of founding or certified venture enterprises
- Application Period: Aug 24, 2026 (Mon) - Sep 4, 2026 (Fri) until 5 PM
- Support Content: Commercialization funds (Fresh-up), Technical capability enhancement (Test-up, 10M KRW/company), Market expansion (Link-up), Scale-up costs
- Application Method: Email submission of attached application form (summer@evedi.or.kr)
Eligibility checklist
- Representative of a startup enterprise as defined in Article 2(1) of the Framework Act on Small and Medium Enterprises (founded within 7 years as of the announcement date)
- Venture enterprise holding a Venture Certification
- Exclusion of companies previously supported by other agencies' collaborative startup/venture support programs in 2026
Schedule & how to apply
- Deadline: Sep 4, 2026 (Fri) at 5:00 PM
- Application Method: Email submission (summer@evedi.or.kr)
Recommended for
- Recommended for representatives of startups within 7 years who need support for technology verification/R&D or overseas market expansion.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply?
This program is for Startup enterprises (within 7 years) or venture-certified companies under the Framework Act on Small and Medium Enterprises. Details: Representative of a startup enterprise as defined in Article 2(1) of the Framework Act on Small and Medium Enterprises (founded within 7 years as of the announcement date); Venture enterprise holding a Venture Certification; Exclusion of companies previously supported by other agencies' collaborative startup/venture support programs in 2026.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 2026.09.04. 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.