Best wishes from Istanbul! As the startup incubator of Istanbul Technical University’s Technopark and the world’s top university-business incubator according to UBI Global Rankings – ITU Cekirdek, we run ITU SEED, a global acceleration program designed to support international startups looking to expand into Türkiye and beyond. Selected startups benefit from tax-exempt office space at ITU ARI Technopark, access to awards, funding, and potential investments, a cost-efficient and dynamic market for growth, and strong connections with local and global investors, corporates, and startups. The program also offers training, mentorship, workshops, access to a diverse talent pool, and a gateway to global markets through Istanbul, along with the opportunity to attend the Big Bang Demo Day.

Deadline for Applications: 2026-04-19