2026 Korea Institute of Startup & Entrepreneurship Development Policy Idea Contest

Prizes include awards (e.g., Grand Prize, Excellence Awards) and cash rewards ranging from 200,000 KRW to 1,000,000 KRW.

Open to individuals interested in entrepreneurship, regional co-prosperity, and shared growth.

• Contest Application Form
• Idea Proposal (3 pages maximum)

1. 1Access the K-Startup website (www.k-startup.go.kr) and log in.
2. 2Navigate to the 'Business Announcements' section and click on 'Recruitment in Progress'.
3. 3Search for 'Policy Idea Contest' in the search bar and click on the announcement.
4. 4Download and complete the two required documents: Contest Application Form and Idea Proposal.
5. 5Click on 'Apply Now' and proceed to the application steps.
6. 6Agree to the terms and conditions (privacy policy and data processing agreement).
7. 7Fill in the detailed application information, including personal details, contest field (choose one), and idea summary.
8. 8Upload the completed Contest Application Form and Idea Proposal.
9. 9Click 'Submit' to finalize the application.