What changed: TÜBİTAK's TEYDEB unit moved the application calendar for the 2026 second call of the 1507 SME R&D Start-up Support Program and the 2026 third call of the 1707 Order-Based R&D Projects SME Support Program. Under the new calendar, the 1507 Program's organization-level pre-registration now closes on 23 November 2026 and the call itself closes on 25 November 2026; the 1707 Program's pre-registration closes on 25 November 2026 and the call closes on 27 November 2026.
Who is affected
SMEs applying to the 1507 and 1707 calls, and organizations submitting R&D project proposals under these programs.
What it means for your business
For SMEs planning to apply under the 1507 or 1707 call, this means extra preparation time, but also a need to check e-signature validity before the new closing date.
What to do
Organizations applying to the 1507 Program must finish pre-registration by 23 November 2026 and submit the project proposal through PRODİS by close of business on 25 November 2026. Those applying to the 1707 Program must finish pre-registration by 25 November 2026 and submit the proposal by 27 November 2026. Check your e-signature's validity before applying and renew it if it expires before the closing date. If a system error blocks submission, report it by petition: the deadline is 2 December 2026 for the 1507 Program and 4 December 2026 for the 1707 Program, both by close of business. Consult your accountant or legal adviser before acting on this.
When it takes effect
The call closes on 25 November 2026 for the 1507 Program and on 27 November 2026 for the 1707 Program.
