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Startup Package (Pre-Startup, Early-Stage, Startup Leap; K-Startup, 창업패키지): How to Apply, Amount & Eligibility (2026)

Commercialization funds of up to KRW 80,000,000 for pre-startup, up to KRW 100,000,000 for early-stage (within 3 years), up to KRW 200,000,000 for leap (3-7 years) (general type)

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Benefit: 2026 Startup Package general type: pre-startup 750 people up to KRW 80,000,000, early-stage 400 companies up to KRW 100,000,000, leap 300 companies up to KRW 200,000,000. Deep-tech specialized type: early-stage up to KRW 150,000,000, leap up to KRW 300,000,000. Investment-linked type (non-Seoul metropolitan area): early-stage up to KRW 100,000,000, leap up to KRW 200,000,000. In non-Seoul metropolitan areas, self-payment is 10-25%, so the government support ratio is up to 90%.
Who is eligible: Prospective founders and startups within 7 years in business (10 years for new industries) (varies by type)
When to apply: Once a year, sequential calls by type (2026: deep-tech in January, general type at end of January, investment-linked in May) — most 2026 recruitment has ended
How to apply: Apply online at K-Startup (K-스타트업, www.k-startup.go.kr) · 1357
Important notes: Application deadline per announcement (deep-tech 1.27 4 p.m., etc.). Awaiting 2027 announcement.
Note: Youth startup preferences and youth-only programs are in the youth category. Commercialization funds are provided through an agreement and settlement process after selection (not a cash payment).

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Based on official sources as of 2026년 10월. Amounts and requirements may change, so please confirm with the official guide before applying.

Frequently asked questions

Startup Package (Pre-Startup, Early-Stage, Startup Leap; K-Startup, 창업패키지): who can receive it?

Prospective founders and startups within 7 years in business (10 years for new industries) (varies by type)

Startup Package (Pre-Startup, Early-Stage, Startup Leap; K-Startup, 창업패키지): how do I apply?

Apply online at K-Startup (K-스타트업, www.k-startup.go.kr) · 1357

Startup Package (Pre-Startup, Early-Stage, Startup Leap; K-Startup, 창업패키지): how much will I receive?

2026 Startup Package general type: pre-startup 750 people up to KRW 80,000,000, early-stage 400 companies up to KRW 100,000,000, leap 300 companies up to KRW 200,000,000. Deep-tech specialized type: early-stage up to KRW 150,000,000, leap up to KRW 300,000,000. Investment-linked type (non-Seoul metropolitan area): early-stage up to KRW 100,000,000, leap up to KRW 200,000,000. In non-Seoul metropolitan areas, self-payment is 10-25%, so the government support ratio is up to 90%.

Startup Package (Pre-Startup, Early-Stage, Startup Leap; K-Startup, 창업패키지): when can I apply?

Once a year, sequential calls by type (2026: deep-tech in January, general type at end of January, investment-linked in May) — most 2026 recruitment has ended