2025 Intellectual Property Emergency Support (SME IP Direct Support) Project
Actively supporting innovation and growth for small and medium-sized enterprises The Intellectual Property Emergency Support (SME IP Direct Support) project It is a core program for governments and local authorities that quickly resolves difficulties in intellectual property management and strengthens corporate competitiveness through customized consulting. Through 25 regional intellectual property centers nationwide, we provide frequent consultations on various intellectual property challenges encountered in SME management and provide timely solutions through customized consulting. Through IP direct support, SMEs can quickly resolve intellectual property-related issues and promote sustainable growth.
*The SME IP Direct Support Project will be renamed Intellectual Property Emergency Support starting in 2025.
Overview of the Intellectual Property Emergency Support Program
Purpose: An emergency support service that quickly consults and resolves intellectual property-related issues faced by small and medium-sized enterprises in the management field.
Eligibility: Based on Article 2 of the Framework Act on Small and Medium Enterprises All small and medium-sized enterprises(※ Small and Medium Enterprise Status Information System (http://sminfo.mss.go.kr)
Application period: Open year-round at any time.
The application period may vary depending on the budget exhaustion status of each regional center, Regional Center NoticePlease refer to it.
Support Details
Through expert consultants at 24 regional intellectual property centers nationwide and external partner organizations, we provide a variety of intellectual property services such as the following.
Summary Table of Government Subsidies and Corporate Contributions
Preferred Qualifications: Small business owners, women-owned businesses, and (preliminary) social enterprises will face reduced cash burdens. (Cash 10% + Cash 30%)
Limit on the number of applications supported: Up to 2 cases per company, total up to 20 million KRW (excluding self-payment).
Differences between Patent Map (General) and Design Map (General)
| Item | Patent Map (General) | Design Map (General) |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Establishing R&D directions and patent strategies through investigation and analysis of patented technologies | Establishing design development directions and strategies through design trend analysis |
| Support Details | Researching technology trends and establishing strategies for patent utilization | Design trend analysis, design development strategy formulation |
| Supported Outputs | Final report, 1 domestic patent application (if necessary) | Final report, 1 domestic design application (if necessary) |
Detailed Support for Design Development
| Fields of Support | Support Details | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Product Design Development | Product Appearance Design Development | For proprietary products |
| Packaging Design Development | Product packaging and package design development | |
| Image Design Development | Interface design development for GUI, UI, UX, etc. | Advanced/General Classification |
| Design Mock-up | Mockup production of designed products | Support for Linkage with Product Design Development |
Brand Development Support Details
| Category | New brand development | Renewal brand development |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Development of New Brands (CI/BI) | Improving the image of existing brands |
| Support Details | Naming development, brand design development, strategy formulation | Logo design improvement, brand renewal strategy established |
| Supported Outputs | Final report, 1 domestic trademark application | Final report, 1 domestic trademark application |
Scale of domestic and overseas filing cost support
Application Procedures and Selection Criteria
Application Process
Application and Submission: Submit your application through the online application system.
Document Review and Corporate Consultation: Review submitted documents and, if necessary, conduct on-site visits to understand the company's status.
selection review: Decisions are made to determine whether to apply, based on the need for support, potential use, and willingness to participate.
Business Execution: We select partner organizations to carry out support projects.
Delivering Results: After completing the support project, the results are provided to the company.
Selection Criteria
Preferential Points: Additional points are awarded to companies certified as excellent companies for employee invention compensation.
Certified as an Excellent Company for Employee Invention Compensation: Additional points are awarded.
Small business owners, women-owned businesses, (preliminary) social enterprises: Easing the cash burden of corporate contributions.
Companies offering IP consulting and training: Preferred for evaluation.
Key Items of Rapid Diagnostic KIT
| Item Number | Details | Options |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Urgent Need for Support | Low / Moderate / High |
| 2 | Product Launch Plans | None / Within 1 year / Within 6 months |
| 3 | Number of intellectual property rights held | 0 cases / 1-2 cases / 3-4 cases / 5 or more cases |
| 4 | Number of intellectual property applications (last 3 years) | 0 cases / 1-2 cases / 3-4 cases / 5 or more cases |
| 5 | Potential Infringement of Competitors' Intellectual Property Rights | None / Available |
| 6 | Technical Certifications and Awards | None / 1~2 cases / 3 or more cases |
| 7 | IP consulting experience (last 3 months) | None / 1~2 times / 3 times or more |
| 8 | Completion of IP-related training | None / Within 3 years / Within 1 year |
Contact Information and Other Matters
| Center Name | Contact Information |
|---|---|
| Seoul Center | 02-2222-3860 |
| Gyeonggi Center | 031-500-3048 |
| Incheon Center | 032-810-2882 |
| Gangwon Center | 033-749-3326 |
| Chungnam Center | 041-559-5746 |
| Daejeon Center | 042-932-0420 |
| Chungbuk Center | 043-229-2732 |
| Sejong Center | 044-998-1000 |
| Busan Center | 051-714-6761 |
| Ulsan Center | 052-228-3086 |
| Daegu Center | 053-222-3143 |
| Gyeongnam Center | 055-210-3083 |
| Jeonnam Center | 061-242-8587 |
| Gwangju Center | 062-954-3841 |
| Jeonbuk Center | 063-252-9301 |
| Jeju Center | 064-759-2555 |
| Gyeongbuk Center | 054-274-5533 |
| Gangwon Western Center | 033-264-6580 |
| Chungbuk Northern Center | 043-843-7005 |
| Gyeongbuk Western Center | 054-454-6613 |
| Gyeongnam Western Center | 055-762-9411 |
| Chungnam Western Center | 041-663-0041 |
| Gangwon Southern Center | 033-552-5555 |
| Gyeonggi Southern Center | 031-244-8321 |
| Gyeongbuk Northern Center | 054-859-3093 |
| Pine IP Firm | 1522-5142 |
The final decision on whether to apply and the content of the selection process will be based on the results of consultation and selection by professional consultants. Depending on the company's situation, support may not be provided. It is possible to apply for both the SME IP Direct Support Subproject and the Global IP Star Company Development Project, but companies selected as Global IP Star Companies cannot receive support for the detailed projects of this program. There may be restrictions on overlapping benefits with other IP support projects, so please consult with the relevant center staff in advance.
FAQ
Q1. What is the Emergency Support (SME IP Direct Support) program?
A1.Emergency Support (Direct Support for SME IP)This is an overview of intellectual property-related issues faced by small and medium-sized enterprises in management settings. Consult and resolve quicklyis Emergency Support ServicesThat's it. Through customized consulting by intellectual property experts and various support programs, companies can strengthen their competitiveness.
Q2. Who is eligible for support?
A2. Article 2 of the Framework Act on Small and Medium EnterprisesAll based on Small and Medium EnterprisesThis is the eligibility for support. Any small business located in the area can apply.
Q3. How do I apply?
A3.
- Online Application SystemAccess to: Go to apply
- Sign up and log in.
- Support Project Management → Support Project AnnouncementSelect the announcement for your regional center.
- Support Project Application FormFill out and submit it.
Q4. Until when is the application period?
A4. Accepting applications year-roundThat's it. However, the application period may vary depending on the budget exhaustion status of each regional center, so please be sure to check the announcements of the respective regional center.
Q5. What about corporate contributions?
A5
- General company: 60% of government subsidies are supported, and companies bear 40% of the contributions. (Cash 20% + Cash 20%)
- Preferred Company: Small business owners, women-owned businesses, and (preliminary) social enterprises will face reduced cash burdens. (Cash 10% + Cash 30%)
Q6. Is there a limit to the number of applications supported?
A6. Yes, Up to 2 cases per companya gun Up to 20 million KRW(excluding self-payment). However, When supporting product design development and mockup linkage Some government subsidies may be exceeded.
Q7. Is it possible to apply for multiple IP support projects simultaneously?
A7.
- Multiple applications allowed: Duplicate applications are allowed for both the SME IP Direct Support Detailed Project and the Global IP Star Company Development Project.
- Limitation on duplicate benefits: Companies selected as global IP star companies are not eligible for support for the detailed projects of this project. There may be restrictions on overlapping benefits with other IP support projects, Consult with the center representative in advancePlease do so.
Conclusion
Emergency Intellectual Property Support (Direct Support for SME IP) Through this business, SMEs can receive professional intellectual property management support, further strengthening their competitiveness. Maximize your company's intellectual property capabilities and achieve successful growth in domestic and international markets through active government support and Pine IP Firm's professional consulting. Apply now for Intellectual Property Emergency Support to enhance your company's future value and promote sustainable development. Pine IP Firm will always stand by you for your success.
