Preparation Startup Package, Early Startup Package, Startup Leap Package, Micro DIPS Application Guide
With the establishment of the new government in 2025 and the confirmation of an additional budget, a large-scale government support project for startups in the deep tech field has been announced.
This additional budget opens a golden opportunity for startups in key technology fields such as AI, bio-health, future mobility, robots, and eco-friendly energy to receive support of up to 200 million KRW.
In particular, the government's support for the deep tech field has significantly increased compared to the previous year following the digital transformation policy, and a customized support system has been established according to various startup stages.
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It is crucial to start preparations now, as sufficient preparation time is necessary to write a high-quality business plan.
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[Table] Comparison of Additional Budget Government Support Projects at a Glance
Project Name | Years in Business | Support Amount | Application Deadline | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Preparation Startup Package | Before Starting a Business | Average 50 million KRW | Aug 5 (Tue) 16:00 | Idea → MVP Stage |
Early Startup Package | Within 3 Years | Average 70 million KRW | Aug 4 (Mon) 16:00 | Productization → Market Entry |
Startup Leap Package | 3-7 Years | Average 150 million KRW (Up to 200 million KRW) | Aug 4 (Mon) 16:00 | Scale-up → Investment Connection |
Micro DIPS | Within 10 Years | Up to 100 million KRW | Aug 1 (Fri) 15:00 | AI-Centric Technology Demonstration and Expansion |
🔔 Note
📌 Micro DIPS is the only project with a 15:00 deadline, so pay attention to the time
📌 Pre-Startup, Early Startup, and Startup Leap Packages use K-Startup portal submissions, Micro DIPS uses a separate dedicated submission page
1. Preparation Startup Package - Essential Support Project for Entrepreneurs at the Idea Stage
The Preparation Startup Package is a government support project targeting pre-entrepreneurs who have not yet registered a business or established a corporation. The most notable feature of this project is that it can be applied for solely with a startup idea, making it a highly selected first step support program for many aspiring entrepreneurs.
The Preparation Startup Package, confirmed by the 2025 additional budget, is specialized in the deep tech field, and pre-entrepreneurs with ideas in the big data AI, biohealth, future mobility, robots, eco-friendly energy sectors can apply.
In detail, eligible applicants are individuals who have not registered a business or established a corporation as of the project's announcement date, July 11, 2025. If you have previously run a corporation, you must have completed dissolution registration and liquidation termination before applying. The application period is from midnight on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, to 4 PM on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, and applications are accepted online only through the K-Startup website.
According to the official announcement, the support includes funding for business commercialization of approximately 50 million KRW on average. This support is divided into two stages: around 20 million KRW in the first stage for market research and MVP (Minimum Viable Product) production costs, and if passing the performance evaluation, an additional support of approximately 40 million KRW in the second stage.
Eligibility and Conditions for Preparation Startup Package
Target: Pre-entrepreneurs without business registration or corporations
Support Fields: Big Data AI, Bio-Health, Future Mobility, Robots, Eco-Friendly Energy
Application Period: 2025.07.16 (Wed) 00:00 ~ 2025.08.05 (Tue) 16:00
Application Method: K-Startup Online Submission
Support Details for Preparation Startup Package
Average 50 million KRW
-> Stage 1: Approximately 20 million KRW (Market Research and MVP Production)
-> Stage 2: Approximately 40 million KRW (Additional Support After Performance Evaluation)
Includes entrepreneurship education, mentoring, and incubation programs
The most important point in writing the business plan for the Preparation Startup Package is to accurately use the designated format. The business plan for the Preparation Startup Package should be about 15 pages in length, and any modification or alteration of the provided Hangul (HWP) file format is not allowed.
It is necessary to specify the outputs clearly, such as "one mobile app" or "AI-based ○○ system MVP" rather than simply stating "app development."
Also, following the recent government policy direction, a plan for introducing ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and social value must be included, and personal information such as real names, dates of birth, and school names must be masked for privacy protection.
Key Points for Writing the Preparation Startup Package Business Plan
Around 15 Pages, Mandatory Use of Designated Format
Clear Specification of Outputs (e.g., "One Mobile App," "AI-Based ○○ System MVP")
Mandatory Inclusion of ESG/Social Value Introduction Plan
Mandatory Masking of Personal Information (Real Names, Dates of Birth, Schools, etc.)
2. Early Startup Package - A Growth Platform for Companies Within 3 Years of Founding
The Early Startup Package is a government support project targeting companies that have already started but are still in the early stages.
The goal is to support from productization to market entry, requiring more practical and concrete business plans than the Preparation Startup Package.
The application period is from midnight on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, to 4 PM on Monday, August 4, 2025, and it closes a day earlier than the Preparation Startup Package, so extra caution is needed.
Eligible companies must possess core technologies in one of the five deep tech fields, with commercialization potential and market viability being critically evaluated.
The official announcement specifies the support amount as an average of 70 million KRW, with tiered support based on evaluation results, up to a maximum of 100 million KRW.
For the funding structure, the total project cost must consist of government support funds below 70%, and self-contributed project funds above 30%. The self-contributed funds are further divided into cash of at least 10% and tangible assets of up to 20%, so accurate financial planning is essential before applying.
Eligibility and Conditions for Early Startup Package
Target: Companies founded within 3 years after July 11, 2022
Conditions: 'Initial Startup Company' according to the Basic Law on SMEs and Startup Support Act
Application Period: 2025.07.16 (Wed) 00:00 ~ 2025.08.04 (Mon) 16:00
Support Details for Early Startup Package
Average 70 million KRW
Tiered support based on evaluation, up to 100 million KRW possible
Self-Contribution Composition: Total Project Cost = Government Support 70% or less + Self-Contribution 30% or more (Cash 10% + Tangible Assets 20%)
The most important factor in writing the business plan for the Early Startup Package is to specifically present competition analysis and differentiation strategies. It's essential to clearly show your technological superiority and market entry strategy compared to existing competitors.
If you have existing quantitative achievements such as revenue, user numbers, or partnerships, actively utilizing these to prove the feasibility of your business is beneficial.
In team composition, emphasize the balance of technical and managerial capabilities, and if you have an external expert or advisory network, include this for additional points.
Business Plan Strategy for the Early Startup Package
Around 15 Pages, No Limitations on Evidence
Specific Competition Analysis and Differentiation Strategy
Potential Bonus Points for Using Quantitative Achievements (Revenue, User Numbers, etc.)
Emphasis on Balance of Technical and Managerial Capabilities
3. Startup Leap Package - Maximum Support for Scale-up
The Startup Leap Package offers the largest scale of support among the four projects, supporting companies with an established business base to grow significantly.
For companies that have completed the Fast Track Program, there is a special clause allowing application regardless of years in business, providing an additional opportunity for fast-growing startups.
The application period is the same as the Early Startup Package, from July 16, 2025, to 4 PM on August 4, 2025, and it is essential to adhere to the specified deadline of 4 PM, as only submissions completed by this time are valid.
The funding scale is an average of 150 million KRW, differentiated up to 200 million KRW, making it the largest among the four projects. This is because companies in the startup leap stage require larger funding for global market entry, large-scale investment attraction, or IPO preparation.
Along with funding, various growth support programs such as R&D connections, TIPS recommendations, and global expansion programs are provided.
Eligibility and Conditions for Startup Leap Package
Target: Companies over 3 years but within 7 years of founding (July 11, 2018, to July 10, 2022)
Special Clause: Fast Track completed companies can also apply
Application Period: 2025.07.16 (Wed) ~ 2025.08.04 (Mon) 16:00
Support Details for Startup Leap Package
Average 150 million KRW, Up to 200 million KRW Differentiated Support
Comprehensive Startup Programs including R&D Connections, TIPS Recommendations, and Global Expansion
The business plan for the Startup Leap Package must be more detailed than other projects, at around 20 pages, and to receive high-value support, it is crucial to present existing achievements in quantifiable terms.
Provide numerical evidence of growth potential through metrics like revenue performance, number of users, and the status of partnerships.
Also, clearly present future IR plans and investment attraction strategies, and if possible, outline your ultimate Exit Strategy such as IPO or M&A for a higher evaluation score.
From a technical perspective, list your intellectual property, noting only registered patents are recognized, and you may submit up to 10 as a list.
Strategies for Getting High-value Support Business Plan for Startup Leap Package
Around 20 Pages, Total 30MB Limit
Present Existing Revenue, User Numbers, Downloads, etc. in Quantitative Terms
Specify IR Attraction Plans and Exit Strategy (IPO/M&A)
Only Registered Patents are Recognized for IP (Limit of 10 in List)
4. Micro DIPS - A New Opportunity for AI-Specialized Demonstration Support
The newly added Micro DIPS program targets deep tech startups within 10 years of founding, particularly those with AI-centric technologies.
This project is part of the 'Super-Gap Startup 1000+ Project' and focuses on supporting technology demonstration for companies in key domains such as Manufacturing AI, Bio AI, and Content AI.
Attention needs to be given to the difference in application period from other projects. It runs from 2 PM on Friday, July 11, 2025, to 3 PM on Friday, August 1, concluding an hour earlier than other projects at 3 PM. Therefore, attention must be paid to avoid confusion over deadlines.
The support scale is the same for both single companies and AX consortia, with up to 100 million KRW, and approximately 90 companies will be selected.
Consortium-type applications are also possible, allowing multiple companies to collaborate on larger-scale demonstration projects. Alongside funding, 'Super-Gap Programs' such as AI technology demonstration, dedicated infrastructure connection, and global expansion IR support the whole process from technology development to commercialization.
Eligibility and Conditions for Micro DIPS
Target: Deep Tech Startups within 10 Years (AI-Centric Technology)
Fields: Manufacturing AI, Bio AI, Content AI, and Other Core Domains (AX)
Application Period: 2025.07.11 (Fri) 14:00 ~ ⚠️ 2025.08.01 (Fri) 15:00
Support Details for Micro DIPS
Up to 100 million KRW of Support Funds
'Super-Gap Programs' including AI Technology Demonstration, Infrastructure Connection, and Global Expansion IR
The Micro DIPS business plan must include essential items such as an item overview, development plan, and funding plan.
To highlight AI technology, demonstrating the advantages of super-gap technology is critical.
Specifically present the technology's difficulty, uniqueness, and differences from competitors, and specify the feasibility of demonstration through PoC (Proof of Concept) results or linking with AI data centers.
How to Highlight AI Technology Competence in Micro DIPS Application
Flexible Format (PDF, Word, PPT, etc. allowed)
Demonstrate Super-Gap Technology Superiority (Technical Difficulty, Competitor Comparison)
Specify Demonstration Feasibility (PoC, AI Data Center Linkage, etc.)
📝 How to Write a Perfect Business Plan with AI that Can Edit HWP Files
Most government support project business plans are provided in Hangul (HWP) format as the standard for official document writing by government agencies, posing challenges for many entrepreneurs.
Those unfamiliar with Hangul programs spend significant time in the business plan writing process.
Furthermore, maintaining the complex format or table structure of Hangul files while writing content is a challenging task, even for experienced document writers.
Previously, this issue was resolved by converting HWP files to Word or Google Docs for writing and then converting them back to the HWP format.
However, this often resulted in broken formats or altered table structures, forcing many entrepreneurs to use Hangul programs directly. The inability to leverage AI tools was another significant challenge.
AI tools like ChatGPT or Claude, which operate based on text, struggled to generate content while keeping complex formats or templates intact within HWP files.
Such problems have now been innovatively resolved.
With the recent update where Inline AI directly integrates into Hangul programs, users can now edit alongside AI while maintaining the government's support project templates seamlessly.
This feature does more than merely read Hangul files; it fully preserves formatting, tables, layout of the original template while AI suggests customized content for each item directly on the Hangul file.
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Advantages of Editing HWP Files with Inline AI
Perfect Template Preservation: Maintains the format, tables, and layout of the government-provided template
Real-Time AI Assistance: AI suggests customized content for each item
Customization Based on Existing Data: Consistent document creation by learning existing business data
Time Reduction: Up to 10 times faster document completion compared to manual work
✅ Final Checklist Before Applying for Additional Budget Government Support Projects
Common Preparations
☐ Sign up for K-Startup and register company information
☐ Prepare required documents for each project
☐ Complete personal information masking
☐ Ensure file size is 30MB or less
☐ Convert to PDF and upload
Strategic Approaches for Successful Application
For successful application for government support projects, a strategic approach beyond simply filling out the form is necessary.
Accurately understand the evaluation criteria of each project and write distinctive content that meets these criteria.
The key element applicable to all projects is to prove the team's competence and execution ability. Instead of merely listing education or experiences, specifically present experiences and achievements directly related to the project.
Also, plans for ESG management and creating social value have become essential, not optional, so be sure to include the social impact and sustainability of the project.
The most important factor in writing a business plan is maintaining a consistent logical structure.
There should be a clear connection showing how the market Pain Point identified in the issue statement is resolved in the solution, how that solution is linked to revenue via the business model, and how that revenue leads to sustainable growth.
Maintaining this logical consistency while adequately addressing detailed content for each item is the key to achieving a high score.
Special Precautions for Each Project
Preparation Startup Package
☐ Confirm unestablished corporation status
☐ Specify outputs clearly (one app, MVP, etc.)
☐ Separate writing of the execution plan for stages 1 and 2
Early Startup Package
☐ Confirm founded within 3 years
☐ Accurate calculation of self-contribution ratio (cash 10% + tangible assets 20%)
☐ Emphasize competition analysis and differentiation points
Startup Leap Package
☐ Quantify existing achievements (revenue, user numbers, etc.)
☐ Detail IR plans and investment attraction strategies
☐ Organize existing patents and IP status
Micro DIPS
☐ Confirm relevance to AI technology core domains
☐ Detail demonstration plans and PoC measures
☐ Pay attention to the 15:00 deadline (other projects end at 16:00)
🔥 The Most Important Thing is the Business Plan
The deep tech support project, confirmed through the 2025 additional budget, provides optimized and customized support according to different stages of entrepreneurship.
Particularly, support for core technology fields such as AI and bio-health has been significantly expanded following the government's digital transformation policy.
The key to a successful application is a high-quality business plan.
Utilizing Inline AI's HWP file support features provides the following advantages:
✅ Maintain the government template while writing with AI
✅ AI offers customized content suggestions for each item
✅ Create consistent documents based on existing data
✅ Achieve up to 10 times faster writing speed
Given the tight timeline, start preparing right now.
Using innovative HWP and Word document editing AI tools like Inline AI can significantly reduce writing time while achieving high-quality results, increasing selection chances.
Ensure that Korea's deep tech technology shines even more on the global stage, and don't miss this opportunity to take on the challenge.
We look forward to your innovative technology achieving another level of growth through government support!
📌 Links Recommended for Further Reading
*This guide is based on the official announcement of the government support project as of July 21, 2025, and please ensure to check the latest announcement before applying.
