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TÜBİTAK 1507

TÜBİTAK 1507 SME R&D Start-Up Support Program eligibility analysis, project preparation and application consulting for this program.

TÜBİTAK 1507 SME R&D Start-Up Support Program what is it?

TÜBİTAK 1507 is a funding program designed to help SMEs build an R&D culture and develop technological products/processes. It offers a relatively simple application and execution structure for small and medium-sized enterprises with limited R&D experience.

Tip: Keeping the scope realistic in your first R&D project is the most important rule for successful execution and reporting.

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Who can apply?

  • Businesses meeting the SME definition
  • Companies new to R&D
  • Businesses wanting to develop innovative products or processes
  • Teams wanting to proceed with academic or technical consulting

What can be funded?

  • Project personnel costs
  • Equipment and software costs
  • Consulting and service procurement
  • Material costs
  • Other eligible costs specified in the current call

Application process

How does the process work?

  1. 01

    Preliminary assessment

    SME eligibility and the project's R&D nature are checked.

  2. 02

    Project proposal

    Objective, method, work plan and budget are written in the application format.

  3. 03

    Evaluation

    The institution evaluates the application and decides.

  4. 04

    Execution

    The project is carried out and reported according to schedule.

How does DGH Ar-Ge help?

  • Analysis of SME eligibility and project nature
  • Preparing the application form in line with the call
  • Consistency check of work plan and budget
  • Project execution and reporting support
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FAQ

TÜBİTAK 1507 about

What is TÜBİTAK 1507?

TÜBİTAK 1507 is a funding program designed to help SMEs build an R&D culture and develop technological products/processes. It offers a relatively simple application and execution structure for small and medium-sized enterprises with limited R&D experience.

Who can apply under TÜBİTAK 1507?

In general, the following groups are considered: Businesses meeting the SME definition; Companies new to R&D; Businesses wanting to develop innovative products or processes; Teams wanting to proceed with academic or technical consulting. The current call text of the relevant institution is binding for the exact conditions.

How does DGH Ar-Ge support a TÜBİTAK 1507 application?

Our scope of support: Analysis of SME eligibility and project nature; Preparing the application form in line with the call; Consistency check of work plan and budget; Project execution and reporting support.

Does my company need to be a certain size to apply for funding programs?

It varies by program. Some programs target SMEs, others large companies or entrepreneurs. Eligibility is assessed according to the conditions of the relevant call.

Can I apply to more than one program with the same project?

You can't receive double funding for the same cost, but different programs can be considered for different parts or stages of a project. Checking the rules is part of the application strategy.

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