2026 SME Research Personnel Support Program (Dispatch) June Announcement
Strengthen your R&D capabilities by hosting PhD/Master researchers from public institutions and receive 50% salary support.
- Deadline
- 마감일 원문 확인
Applications are open from June 1 to June 30, 2026, offering up to 50% support for dispatched personnel's annual salary and additional incentives upon full-time hiring. Matching with research personnel must be completed before online submission.
3-second summary
- Support Scale: Approximately 30 projects
- Support Content: Up to 50% of dispatched researcher's annual salary for max 3 years
- Additional Benefit: 60% salary support + incentives upon regular employment conversion
- Application Period: 2026-06-01 ~ 2026-06-30
- Matching Required: Must match with researcher before online submission
Eligibility checklist
- SMEs defined under Article 2 of the Framework Act on Small and Medium Enterprises
- Possession of an in-house research institute or dedicated R&D department
- Technology-innovative SMEs, Management-innovative SMEs, or Venture enterprises
- Excluded if ineligible regarding applicant qualifications or requirements
- Excluded if similar to previously developed/supported projects
- Excluded if obligations (e.g., technology fee payment) are not fulfilled
Schedule & how to apply
- Start Date: 2026-06-01
- End Date: 2026-06-30
- Application Method: Access smtech.go.kr -> Register/Login -> Apply for Project -> Select Support Program -> Input Details & Upload Plan
- Pre-requisite: Click Demand Company -> Enter Business ID -> Authenticate -> Register Demand -> Match
Recommended for
- Recommended for CEOs of Technology/Management Innovative SMEs or Venture companies with in-house research institutes or R&D departments.
- Suitable for SME leaders seeking technology know-how transfer from PhD/Master researchers at public institutions.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility requirements: SMEs defined under Article 2 of the Framework Act on Small and Medium Enterprises; Possession of an in-house research institute or dedicated R&D department; Technology-innovative SMEs, Management-innovative SMEs, or Venture enterprises; Excluded if ineligible regarding applicant qualifications or requirements.
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 Korea Technology and Information Promotion Agency for SMEs (TIPA).
Last updated · Source: Korea Technology and Information Promotion Agency for SMEs (TIPA) — 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.