SME Technology Innovation Development
Supports Korean technology-oriented small businesses with development grants for globally competitive innovation.
SME Technology Innovation Development (중소기업기술혁신개발사업) is a competitive R&D grant programme administered by TIPA under Korea's Ministry of SMEs and Startups, targeting technology-focused Korean SMEs pursuing breakthrough innovation. The programme operates under the 2026 MSS SME R&D budget of KRW 2.2 trillion — a record level representing a 47% increase over 2025 — and reflects the national policy th…
Funds technology-focused Korean SMEs pursuing breakthroughs in two tracks — global-leading technology targeting international competitiveness, and promising technology aimed at near-term commercialization.
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