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SME Technology Innovation Development

Funds technology-focused Korean small businesses pursuing global-leading or promising innovations.

SME Technology Innovation Development (์ค‘์†Œ๊ธฐ์—…๊ธฐ์ˆ ํ˜์‹ ๊ฐœ๋ฐœ์‚ฌ์—…) targets Korean SMEs with genuine technology ambitions. Two tracks: Global-leading tech (cutting-edge targets for international competitiveness) and Promising technology (near-term commercialization potential). The 2026 first round opened Jan 26 and closed Feb 9. Award amounts, eligibility details, and project-duration caps are published per-cycle in the official announcement on SMTECH. Applications go through the SMTECH portal in Korean.

AIHardwareIoT & EdgeAdvanced ManufacturingAdvanced MaterialsMedtechRoboticsSemiconductors

Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.

Last verified: 31 May 2026Source: www.smtech.go.kr