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The University of Jinan reported that its Jinan science park had incubated 103 companies and recorded more than RMB 1.7 billion in tenant output over five years. The report also said the park was included in the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology’s first-batch technology incubator list. These figures and recognition are reported by the university. [1][2]
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The University of Jinan reported that its Jinan science park had incubated 103 companies and recorded more than RMB 1.7 billion in tenant output over five years. The report also said the park was included in the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology’s first-batch technology incubator list. These figures and recognition are reported by the university. [1][2]
StartupBlink’s August 2026 listing ranked Jinan #257 globally and #17 in China under its stated scoring method, which uses total investment, employee count, and quarterly website traffic. [3]
Startup ecosystem standing
Where Jinan ranks
| Ranking | Edition | Position | Since last edition | Trust | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Global Innovation Index: Innovation Cluster Ranking (formerly Science and Technology Clusters) | 2026 | #64 | Up 4 | B | Innovation, Research, Activity |
 Global Startup Ecosystem Index (cities) | 2025 | #194 | No prior edition | B | Ecosystem, Activity, Finance, Business Climate |
4 organizations with a profile
Who's based in Jinan
Incubators 2
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IncubatorSupporting early-stage startups in consumer services.
Investors 2
InvestorConnecting science, technology, and industrial collaboration.
InvestorInformation services and asset management solutions.
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Universities in Jinan
UniversityListed in 4 rankings
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What the sources say about Jinan
StartupBlink describes examples across IT systems, smart imaging, and security semiconductors; local origin needs separate verification.
Source: Top Startups in JinanStartupBlink's August 2026 Jinan page reports #257 globally and #17 nationally under its stated scoring method.
Source: Top Startups in JinanThe university attributes 103 incubated companies and more than RMB 1.7 billion in five-year tenant output to its Jinan science park.
Source: 济南大学科技园获批工信部首批科技型企业孵化器The University of Jinan reported the park's inclusion in MIIT's first-batch technology incubator list.
Source: 济南大学科技园获批工信部首批科技型企业孵化器
Questions about Jinan
How does Jinan rank as a startup ecosystem?
Its best position is #64 in WIPO GII clusters (2026). It appears in 2 published rankings; the table above lists each one.
How many startup investors are based in Jinan?
2 investors based in Jinan have a profile here, including INNO LINK Technology Industry Co., Ltd. and 厚木商务服务有限责任公司. The real number is higher.
Are there accelerators or incubators in Jinan?
Yes. Jinan has 2 incubators on record, including Tianzuo (Jinan) Incubator Co., Ltd. (天作(济南)孵化器有限公司).
Which universities are in Jinan?
3 universities have a profile: Shandong University, Shandong Normal University and University of Jinan.
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