The first 2026 intake for technology founders already established in, or planning to establish in, Suzhou, with projects involving core technology and commercialization. Application timing: The first intake has closed; projects not yet established in Suzhou should check subsequent notices.
1. Program or policy scope
The intake supported entrepreneurial leaders connected with Suzhou's 10+30 industrial system, strategic emerging industries and future industries. It included established and not-yet-established projects and provided tiered project and housing support.
2. Relevant profiles and main conditions
It is relevant to founders with R&D, management or entrepreneurial experience, proprietary technology and a plan to establish a high-growth technology company in Suzhou, with priority for younger and full-time founders.
- Relevant profile: innovation specialists and entrepreneurs
- Relevant profile: internationally experienced professionals
- Relevant profile: technology leaders
3. Preparation and supporting documents
Check arrival date, company registration date, equity ratio, cash contribution and ownership of intellectual property. Confirm recommendation and on-site review arrangements with the local science and technology authority.
- Prepare: project application
- Prepare: business plan
- Prepare: intellectual-property evidence
- Prepare: equity and capital-contribution evidence
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current application timing?
The first intake has closed; projects not yet established in Suzhou should check subsequent notices. Check the linked Application notice issued by the Suzhou Science and Technology Bureau page before preparing or submitting materials.
What should be confirmed before an application?
Confirm the applicable annual notice, submitting organization, host-institution requirements and document checklist. A Kebo Kehui profile assessment is an initial advisory review; the competent authority and host institution make formal eligibility and selection decisions.
Source: Application notice issued by the Suzhou Science and Technology Bureau. Published: 2025.12.02; Last verified: 2026.07.27. Talent policies may change by year, region and submitting organization. This English overview is for general information and does not replace the latest official notice or an eligibility decision by the relevant authority or host institution.
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