Overview

The Enterprise Development Grant (EDG) is a flagship grant administered by Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG) to support companies in upgrading, innovating, and growing, including internationalisation. It is intended for projects that go beyond off-the-shelf solutions and instead require more strategic transformation, capability building, or market expansion. Unlike PSG (which focuses on adopting pre-scoped technologies) or MRA (which supports overseas expansion activities), EDG is more flexible and requires a project proposal and evaluation.

Support Details

Support Rate

Up to 50% for SMEs, up to 30% for non-SMEs

Cap

Project-based evaluation

Enhanced Support for Sustainability

Up to 70% for sustainability projects (1 April 2023 to 31 March 2026)

Project Duration & Scope

Projects typically must be completed within 12 to 18 months from the date of grant approval. Longer timelines may be considered only under exceptional circumstances or with justification.

Eligibility Criteria

Business Registration & Operation in Singapore - The entity must be legally registered and operating in Singapore
Local Shareholding Minimum - At least 30% local equity (directly or indirectly held by Singapore citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents) must be maintained
Financial Viability - The company should be financially sound enough to start and complete the project
Project Not Commenced Before Approval - No work, contracts, payments, or procurement should be done before the grant is approved
Consultants Requirements - If your project involves consultants, they must be certified under SAC-accredited TR-43 or SS 680 standards
Non-affiliated Consultants - You typically must engage independent third-party consultants/vendors (i.e. not related parties) to avoid conflict of interest
SME Definition - You need to be classified as an SME under EnterpriseSG's criteria to enjoy the up to 50% support rate

Application Process

Pre-application Preparation: Determine which pillar your project falls under, prepare project proposal, get quotations, gather supporting documents

Select Get New Grant → select your business sector → choose Enterprise Development Grant (EDG)

Choose specific area/pillar (Core Capabilities, Innovation & Productivity, Market Access)

Complete all sections: project title, start/end date, project description, outcomes, cost breakdown

Upload supporting documents (quotations, financials, consultant credentials)

Review and declare (authorised person must accept grant conditions)

Submit the application and wait for evaluation & approval

Processing Time

6-12 weeks for evaluation

Three Pillars / Project Types

Core Capabilities

Strengthen fundamental business 'backbones' to support growth & transformation

Business strategy

Branding & marketing development

Financial management

Human capital development

Service excellence

Sustainability strategy

Innovation & Productivity

Improve efficiencies, adopt new processes, digitalise, and grow through innovation

Automation

Process redesign

Product development

R&D

Digital transformation

Market Access

Support expansion beyond domestic markets

Overseas business development

Test-bedding

Standards adoption

Pilot projects

M&A or joint venture support

Projects may span across these pillars, but they need to be clearly described and justified in the proposal.

Project Duration & Completion

Projects typically must be completed within 12 to 18 months from the date of grant approval. Longer timelines may be considered only under exceptional circumstances or with justification.

Change Requests / Revisions

After approval, you can submit change requests via BGP for timeline, cost items, or claim due date revisions

You can only revise certain fields (start/end dates, claim due date, cost items) as allowed

You should not deviate significantly from original scope — major scope changes may cause rejection

Always justify why the change is needed and ensure it does not violate grant terms

Claim Process

EDG works on a reimbursement basis - you first incur costs then file claims

Submit interim claims (for large projects) or final claim (closing the project)

In BGP, go to Claims → File New Claim under the approved project

Fill in actual costs per category and upload supporting documents: invoices, receipts, proof of payment, project reports

For final claim, you need an auditor to certify the incurred costs

Submit the claim and await approval for reimbursement to your company's bank account

Claims must usually be submitted within 6 months after project completion

Important Reminder

Claims must typically be submitted within 6 months of project completion.

Common Reasons for Rejection

Project commenced before approval - If any payment, contract, or procurement is done before EDG approval

Insufficient justification or weak business case - Proposals lacking clear objectives, measurable outcomes, or transformation rationale

Poor financial viability - If the company's financial health is weak (negative net worth, liquidity issues)

Engaging non-certified consultants - If consultants do not hold required SAC-accredited TR 43 or SS 680 certifications

Conflict of interest / related party vendors - If vendor or consultant is related to you or your shareholders

Incomplete or missing documentation - Missing quotations, invoices, proof of payment, auditor verification

Cost overruns or deviations not justified - If final actual costs deviate too much from projections without justification

Major scope changes without prior approval - If project delivered is significantly different from what was approved

Poor project execution / inability to deliver outcomes - Failure to realise predicted outcomes or misuse of funds

Not submitting claim in time - Missing the deadline for claim submission leads to forfeiture of funds

Using grant funds for non-qualifying costs - EDG only supports certain cost categories

Best Practices for a Successful Application

Start with a strong, clear project narrative - Emphasise transformation, business impact, ROI, and measurable KPIs

Use certified consultants - Engage SAC-accredited consultants (TR 43 / SS 680) if project involves strategic work

Get multiple quotations - Show due diligence in vendor selection; gives credibility to cost estimates

Keep detailed records - Maintain invoice, payment proof, project deliverables, progress reports, training records

Stick to approved scope - Avoid deviations unless absolutely necessary — always file change requests for adjustments

Break large projects into phases - Allows intermediate claims and reduces risk

Monitor project timeline carefully - Ensure you hit milestones and do not jeopardize the claim period

Engage an auditor early - For final claims, ensure you know their requirements and timelines

Match project timing with business cycles - Don't pick a busy season or when resources are stretched

Leverage existing grants / synergy - Understand how EDG can complement PSG, MRA, or other schemes, but avoid overlap

Seek advisory / consultancy help - Many firms specialise in grant writing and can help design stronger applications

Comparison: EDG vs PSG vs MRA

Grant	Purpose / Focus	Support Rate	Type of Projects Allowed
EDG	Capability upgrading, innovation, transformation, overseas expansion	Up to 50% (SMEs), enhanced for sustainability up to 70%	Custom projects with proposals and evaluation
PSG	Adoption of pre-scoped IT / equipment / solution packages	Up to 50% (sometimes higher depending on sector)	Off-the-shelf productivity solutions already on approved list
MRA	Support first steps into overseas markets	Up to 50% for internationalisation expenses	Overseas marketing, trade fairs, overseas set-up, etc.

Each grant has its own strengths and constraints; many companies leverage more than one as part of their transformation roadmap.

Sample Use Cases & Scenarios

A manufacturing firm wants to adopt automation in their production line (Innovation & Productivity)

A services firm wants to develop a new service platform and digitise workflows

A company wants to expand into a new foreign market, set up a presence overseas, or adopt international standards (Market Access)

A company wants a better branding, strategic planning, financial management or sustainability roadmap (Core Capabilities)

Additional Information

EDG is suitable for larger transformation projects that require customized solutions. Projects typically range from S$100,000 to several million dollars. Each grant has its own strengths and constraints; many companies leverage more than one as part of their transformation roadmap.

Contact Information

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Phone: +65 6898 1800

Enterprise Development Grant (EDG)