CNTTech Begins Recruiting Companies for Third Round of Early-Stage Startup Package Rocketship IR Competition

CNTTech, an investment-focused accelerator, announced on October 13 that it has begun recruiting companies for the third round of the “2026 Early-Stage Startup Package Rocketship IR Competition.”

The Rocketship IR Competition is a program that supports early-stage startups in attracting investment and expanding their networks by connecting them with investment firms specializing in specific industries and with large and mid-sized companies. CNTTech is recruiting companies for each round from among those selected for or having graduated from the Early-Stage Startup Package between 2023 and this year.

The third round is open to startups operating in the climate and ESG sectors, including climate tech, resource circulation, and social value creation. Selected companies will receive support, including opportunities to give IR presentations to investment firms, participate in one-on-one investment consultations, and advance to the final Demo Day. Outstanding companies may also be considered for direct investments of up to 500 million won from CNTTech and for connection to the TIPS program.

CNTTech plans to hold four IR competitions from August through November and select outstanding companies in each round. In December, it plans to hold a combined Demo Day featuring the selected companies.

Applications for the third round will be accepted by email from October 12 through 6 p.m. on October 23. Details and application instructions are available in the notice on the K-Startup website.

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