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KOSGEB
KOSGEB was established in 1990 as Turkey's primary government body for small and medium enterprise development. It provides financing, training, and R&D grants...
KOSGEB
KOSGEB was established in 1990 as Turkey's primary government body for small and medium enterprise development. It provides financing, training, and R&D grants to improve SME competitiveness and adoption of new technologies. The agency deploys capital across early-stage seed and startup financing, growth equity, and fund-of-funds commitments. Asset classes include venture investments, infrastructure support, and healthcare technology programs. Confirmed holdings include positions in Bilişim Vadisi Venture Capital Investment Fund and Turkish Growth and Innovation Fund. Geographic reach centers on Turkey with additional activity through international partnerships in Europe and Asia. Assets stand at 1088.32 million USD. A network of 107 representative offices operates nationwide. KOSGEB maintains relationships with the Ministry of Industry and Technology and TÜBİTAK. December 2024: Sponsored the Techno-Entrepreneurship Program State Supports Information Meeting. KOSGEB operates under direct oversight of a parent ministry with formal repayment terms of 12 to 36 months on its financing programs. This structure separates it from private family offices by tying deployment to national SME policy mandates rather than generational wealth preservation.
General information
Firm type
Government / Public Body
Year founded
1990
Location
Region
Middle East
Country
Turkey
City
Ankara
Corporate office
Haci Bayram Mah. Istanbul Cad. No: 32 Ulus / Altindag
Additional offices
107 representative offices across Turkey
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who oversees investment decisions at KOSGEB?
Decisions follow mandates from the Ministry of Industry and Technology. Program terms are set through formal government channels rather than a named CIO.
Does KOSGEB participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
KOSGEB acts as limited partner in vehicles including Bilişim Vadisi GSYF and Turkish Growth and Innovation Fund.
What investment stages does KOSGEB target?
Focus spans early-stage seed and startup through expansion and growth rounds.
Which sectors receive priority from KOSGEB?
Programs emphasize diversified industries, information technology, software, infrastructure, and healthcare specialists.
How is KOSGEB related to the Ministry of Industry and Technology?
The ministry serves as the parent oversight body for all KOSGEB operations and policy.
What liquidity terms apply to KOSGEB financing?
Typical repayment periods range from 12 to 36 months, often with subsidized or interest-free intervals.
Does KOSGEB maintain partnerships with international development banks?
Yes. Active relationships include the World Bank since 2018 and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development since 2024.
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