2026 Local Startup Challenge, Uijeongbu 2026

PoC refinement support, administrative mentoring, consulting, pitching opportunities, and a total prize pool of 30 million KRW (differential by rank). The top winner receives additional funding of 30 million KRW and administrative support.

Startups established within 7 years as of the announcement date (July 20, 2026), with a prototype-ready project for field application and verification. No nationality or regional restrictions.

• Application form and execution proposal
• Business registration certificate or corporate registration certificate (if applicable)
• Tax payment certificates (national and local)
• Project introduction
• Presentation materials for interview evaluation
• Regional collaboration proof (if applicable)

1. 1Submit application online by August 17, 2026, 23:59
2. 2Document review
3. 3Presentation review (preliminary round)
4. 4Announcement of selected participants
5. 5Agreement and program participation
6. 6Final pitching and awards (November 2026)