What are the core eligibility criteria for the EDG Grant in Singapore?

To qualify for the Enterprise Development Grant (EDG), an enterprise must: 1. Be registered and operating in Singapore. 2. Have a minimum of 30% local (Singaporean or Singapore PR) shareholding. 3. Be in a financially viable position to fund the non-grant portion of project costs.

What percentage of funding does the EDG Grant support?

The EDG supports up to 50% of qualifying project costs for local SMEs. For targeted strategic projects aligned with deep industry transformation or sustainability, support may be enhanced up to 70% subject to Enterprise Singapore evaluation.

Why is engaging a Certified Management Consultant mandatory for EDG projects?

Enterprise Singapore mandates that third-party management consultants engaged for EDG projects must hold recognized certification (such as SCMC, RMC, or PMC) to ensure project governance, methodology rigor, and valid commercial outcome delivery.

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EDG Grant Eligibility Guide:
Enterprise Singapore Qualifying Criteria & Project Scopes

Navigate Enterprise Singapore's Enterprise Development Grant (EDG). Learn qualifying criteria, co-funding support caps, supported project pillars, and mandatory SCMC certified consultant governance.

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Core EDG Eligibility Checklist

EnterpriseSG Baseline Criteria

Registered in SG

Business entity must be legally registered and actively operating in Singapore under ACRA.

30% Local Equity

Company must hold a minimum of 30% direct or indirect local shareholding (Singaporean or PR).

Financial Viability

Entity must demonstrate financial readiness to fund non-grant co-sharing project components.

Project Scopes

The Three Pillars of EDG Support

Pillar 1

Core Capabilities

Helps businesses build foundations for growth. Scopes include Strategic Brand & Marketing Development, Business Strategy, Human Capital Development, and Financial Management.

Pillar 2

Innovation & Productivity

Supports operational redesign and technology adoption. Scopes include Process Redesign, Automation, Product Development, and AI System Integration.

Pillar 3

Market Access

Assists Singapore enterprises expanding overseas. Scopes include Overseas Market Setup, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Standards Certification.

Mandatory Certified Consultant Requirement

TÜV SÜD SCMC-1810-P0236

Enterprise Singapore strictly mandates that all third-party management consultants engaged for EDG projects must hold recognized certification—such as the Singapore Certified Management Consultant (SCMC) accredited by TÜV SÜD PSB, RMC, or PMC. Uncertified consultant proposals face mandatory administrative rejection.

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Execution Roadmap

Step-by-Step EDG Application Workflow

Step 1

Strategic Audit

Scope project deliverables & verify commercial outcomes with an SCMC consultant.

Step 2

BGP Submission

Submit detailed project proposal via Business Grants Portal (BGP) using CorpPass.

Step 3

Letter of Offer

Receive formal EnterpriseSG approval letter detailing grant support quantum.

Step 4

Project Claims

Execute project, submit auditor report, and receive grant reimbursement disbursement.

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