At Firefish, we have over a decade of experience working with government grants. This includes the Capability Development Grant (CDG) by SPRING, the Enterprise Development Grant (EDG) by Enterprise Singapore (ESG), and now the EDGE grant, which replaced EDG on 30 September 2026. Please note that we do not represent Enterprise Singapore or any government agencies. Our objective is simply to provide good advice about the EDGE grant, based on what Enterprise Singapore has published and on our own experience.
Last updated: 14 October 2026.
What is EDGE?
EDGE is Enterprise Singapore’s new single grant for businesses. It was announced in 2026 as part of Budget 2026 and launched on 30 September 2026. It combines three older grants, EDG, MRA and PSG, into one. In short, EDGE is a grant for Singapore companies starting new projects to upgrade their capabilities, improve efficiency and expand overseas.
What does EDGE stand for?
Nothing, actually. EDGE is not an acronym. Enterprise Singapore says the name is about helping our enterprises have an edge over their competitors.
Is EDG still available?
No. EDG, together with MRA and PSG, stopped taking new applications on 29 September 2026. From 30 September 2026, you apply under EDGE.
I already have an EDG project. What happens to it?
Nothing changes. Applications submitted before 30 September 2026 are still assessed under EDG. Ongoing EDG projects carry on until completion and claim.
How much funding can I get?
For most activities, you can get funding up to 50% if you are an SME, and up to 30% if you are not. The exceptions are internationalisation and sustainability activities, which are supported up to 70% for SMEs and up to 50% for non-SMEs.
Why do some activities get 70%?
Because the government wants more Singapore companies to venture abroad. At Budget 2026, the support level for going overseas was raised from 50% to 70% for SMEs. The Budget announcement put the higher level in place until 31 March 2029.
Who approves EDGE?
Enterprise Singapore, ESG in abbreviated form, gives the final green light to all EDGE grants. But we think it stands for Enterprise Development Grant Enhanced because the support level has increased to 70% from 50%.
What is the maximum grant?
This is one of the biggest changes. Under EDG, it depended on the scope of the project and the size of the company. Under EDGE, there is a clear number. It is S$100,000 per company per year, across all EDGE activities. The year runs from 1 April to 31 March.
Within that S$100,000, up to S$30,000 can go to single-function digital solutions, integrated enterprise systems and pre-scoped equipment.
Can I get more than S$100,000?
Not within the same year. ESG says applications above the cap are not supportable in the same period. Once you hit the cap, you wait for it to refresh on 1 April.
Can you give me an actual number so that I can work with?
Ok, do the sums backwards. If your activity is supported at 70%, a S$100,000 grant works out to about S$143,000 of project cost. At 50%, it is S$200,000. Anything above that, you pay for yourself.
Based on our experience with CDG and EDG, projects usually starts from $40k to $80k. So most will sit comfortably within this range.
What kind of projects are covered under EDGE?
EDGE covers more than 150 activities across 8 business areas:
1. Automation, for example pre-scoped equipment and large-scale automation
2. Digitalisation, for example single-function digital solutions and integrated enterprise systems
3. Business Strategy, for example business strategic planning and business transition planning
4. Financial Management, for example enterprise risk management and investor relations
5. Innovation, for example product development
6. Internationalisation, for example international branding, market entry setup, overseas marketing and public relations, and overseas trade fairs
7. Standards, for example standards adoption and certification
8. Sustainability, for example sustainability strategy development
For those who are thinking of starting an overseas office or expanding beyond Singapore, you no longer need a separate grant. What used to be the Market Readiness Assistance (MRA) Grant now sits under Internationalisation. Click here for our overview of the EDGE grant.
Can I use EDGE for branding?
Yes, but with a slight caveat: you business should have intentions of expanding overseas. This is a big change for our clients. Under EDG, you could get support for branding and marketing for the Singapore market only. Under EDGE, the branding activity is called International Branding. It supports brand research, brand strategy and brand identity for overseas expansion, at up to 70% for SMEs.
Branding aimed at just the Singapore market is not supported anymore. However, talk to us, we can work together to find a suitable pathway. Click here to learn more about EDGE for International Branding.
Am I eligible for EDGE?
To be eligible, you are required to
1. Have a company registered and operating in Singapore
2. Have at least 30% local shareholding, held by Singaporeans or Singapore PRs
3. Not have started the project, or paid any deposit, before you apply.
Each activity may add its own requirements. Non-profit organisations, societies, religious entities, voluntary welfare organisations, statutory boards and government subsidiaries cannot apply.
What if I come from a big organisation?
Good news. Under EDG, your organisation or group holdings had to have less than $100 million revenue or fewer than 200 employees. Under EDGE, you can still apply if you are above those limits. You just get the lower, non-SME support level.
For the record, ESG defines an SME as a company with group annual sales turnover of not more than S$100 million, or group employment of not more than 200 workers.
Do I still need to be in a financially viable position to start and complete the project?
EDGE’s published criteria do not spell this out the way EDG did. But think about it. EDGE pays by reimbursement. You have to pay for the whole project first, and the grant only comes back after your claim is approved. You need the cash flow to start and complete the project. For MRA, ESG allows startups.
Is there a minimum annual turnover?
EDGE does not state one. Based on our previous experience with both CDG and EDG, a working hypothetical figure was at least S$100k, and a $400k turnover was ideal. We would use the same rule of thumb until we see otherwise.
Is there a minimum employee size?
EDGE does not state one either. Our experience with EDG tells us that it should not be zero or just one, and the project sum must justify the size of the company. A good number was 3 employees, not counting directors, partners or owners.
Are there KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) for an EDGE project?
Yes. For International Branding, you need to project two things for the year after the project. One, your expected overseas sales. Two, the new jobs you will create, overall and for Singaporeans, with a gross monthly salary above S$5,000.
Other activities have their own deliverables. They are stated in your Letter of Offer, and you have to show proof that you met them when you claim.
So, are startups eligible for EDGE?
EDGE does not publish a minimum number of years in operation. In general, startups were not eligible for EDG, and we would not assume that an early-stage company will have an easy time now. You still need to be operating, pay for the project upfront and show a credible plan. However, for MRA projects, ESG is accepting startups. All in all, we will not dismiss startups for EDGE altogether.
How long does a typical EDGE project take?
It depends on the activity. For International Branding, the project must be completed within 12 months from the date of approval. Our typical branding project takes about 4 to 6 months.
What do you mean by certified consultants?
If your activity involves consultants, ESG wants them certified. For International Branding, you have to submit the consultant’s SS 680 certification together with your application. SS 680 is the Singapore standard for management consultants. Consultants are certified by bodies accredited by the Singapore Accreditation Council (SAC), such as the Institute of Management Consultants (Singapore), the Singapore Business Advisors and Consultants Council and TÜV SÜD PSB. For Firefish, our certification is with TÜV SÜD PSB.
Are Firefish consultants certified?
Yes! Consultants from Firefish are certified by TÜV SÜD PSB, and this certification is recognised by Enterprise Singapore.
Do I have to choose from a list of pre-approved vendors?
It depends on the activity. Some activities, like single-function digital solutions, come with pre-approved vendors. Others let you engage your own vendor, as long as the vendor meets the requirements of that activity.
One more thing. Your vendor must not be related to your company, your directors or your shareholders.
Is the application process easy?
The application process is not particularly onerous. You apply for EDGE directly on the Business Grants Portal 2.0, using your company’s Corppass. Each activity page on Enterprise Singapore’s website links you to the right form.
How is the application process like?
For International Branding, there are eight steps:
1. Prepare your documents
2. Decide on your target overseas market and engage your consultant
3. Apply on the Business Grants Portal 2.0 (BGP2.0)
4. Receive and accept the Letter of Offer
5. Complete your project
6. Prepare your claim, set up your payment method and engage an auditor
7. Submit your claim on the Business Grants Portal
8. Receive your grant.
It looks complicated. Can you help us fill the application form?
Here is another change. ESG is strict about this now. The application must be submitted by your own staff, using their Corppass access to the Business Grants Portal. Vendors and consultants are not allowed to submit it on your behalf.
If you have officially appointed us as your consultant, we are more than happy to guide you along. But your hands must be on the keyboard.
What supporting documents do we require for the application?
It depends on the activity. For International Branding, you need the following:
1. An outline of your overseas market strategy and expansion plan
2. Our consultant’s proposal for your target market
3. Our consultant’s quotation
4. Our consultant’s SS 680 certification
5. A projection of your overseas sales for one year after the project
6. A projection of new jobs created for one year after the project.
Notice what is missing? The EDG list asked for your ACRA search results and the past 3 years of audited financial statements. The International Branding page does not list them. ESG may still ask for more information during assessment.
Can you help us write the project proposal?
If you already appoint us as your consultant, we will prepare the consultant’s proposal and quotation. We can also help with your overseas market strategy after understanding your business. In short, we can help you to shape your project proposal.
How long do I have to wait to know the results of my application?
ESG now publishes a timeline for each activity. For International Branding, it is 10 weeks. A pre-approved digital solution takes about 1 week. So, bottomline, hold your horses and be patient.
Can I start on an EDGE project whilst applying for EDGE?
Not before you submit. If you have started work, or paid any deposit, before submitting your application, ESG treats it as a retrospective application and will not support it.
After you submit, the rules are a little kinder than before. Costs incurred from the date of application can be supported if your application is approved. But if it is not approved, you bear the cost. So it is still best to obtain an official Letter of Offer from Enterprise Singapore before commencing the project.
How do I know if I am successful?
ESG will send you a Letter of Offer if you are successful in applying. It states the conditions of support, the grant amount, the project qualifying period and the deliverables. You must accept the Letter of Offer.
Can I appeal the decision?
You can try again. Find out why the application was rejected, close all the necessary gaps, and submit a new application. Take note that ESG will not support projects that are not aligned with the intent of EDGE, or projects that have already started.
Can I change anything after my application is approved?
Only two things: the project end date and the claim due date. Both are subject to approval. You cannot change your vendor. If you really have to, you terminate the project and submit a new application before paying the new vendor.
How many EDGE grants can I apply for?
You can apply for as many activities as your business needs, with one application for each activity. You can also run them at the same time. They all draw on the same S$100,000 annual cap. For overseas activities, each market needs a separate application.
Under EDG, you could only be awarded one grant in each area. EDGE’s published FAQ does not mention that rule. What limits you now is the annual cap.
I have received EDG before. Does it count against me?
No. Your past EDG, MRA or PSG grants do not count towards your EDGE cap. You can apply for EDGE even if you have received them before, as long as it is a new project.
What about Productivity Solutions Grant (PSG)?
PSG is no longer a separate grant. Pre-approved digital solutions and equipment now sit under EDGE. They share the same S$100,000 cap, with up to S$30,000 of it for single-function digital solutions, integrated enterprise systems and pre-scoped equipment. If these do not meet your needs and you require a bespoke solution for your brand, do contact us!
Can I use SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC) with EDGE?
No. ESG states that EDGE is not supportable under SFEC.
Can I claim for the project once I accepted the Letter of Offer?
No. This has changed. Under EDG, you could request an advance payment. EDGE does not give cash advances. It is strictly on a reimbursement basis.
What about interim claims?
Also no. EDGE accepts only a single and final claim, after you have completed the project and paid for everything in full. For International Branding, claims can be submitted from 1 December 2026 onwards.
Will you help us to do claims?
After you engaged our consultancy services, we will advise you accordingly how to make a claim. As with the application, your own staff must submit the claim.
What is this audit about?
After the completion of the EDGE project, you will have to appoint an audit firm from Enterprise Singapore’s panel of auditors, and sign the audit engagement letter before you submit your claim. The auditor will ensure that the payments were properly made and documented. Your claim must be submitted within 14 working days of signing.
Who will pay for the audit?
We cannot give you a firm answer yet. Under EDG, the audit fee was absorbed by ESG. Under EDGE, you engage and pay the audit firm, and ESG’s pages do not say whether you can claim the fee back. Until ESG confirms, budget for it and check your Letter of Offer.
Where do I make a claim for EDGE?
You should make a claim on the same Business Grants Portal.
How long does it take to get back the monies?
Previously for EDG, once ESG approves your claim, it takes 14 working days by PayNow Corporate, or up to eight weeks by GIRO. So set up PayNow Corporate.
How can Firefish help us with EDGE?
We will guide you through the entire process step-by-step. If required, we will sit down by your side to guide you along.
What does Firefish actually do?
Good question. Our core businesses are in branding. We are able to help you transform your brand for the future and bring you to the global arena. We have on the ground experience in overseas markets including Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia, China and Kenya.
Where can I get the latest updates on EDGE?
The latest information can be found on Enterprise Singapore’s website and in its EDGE FAQ.
Where can I apply for EDGE?
You can apply for EDGE directly at the Business Grants Portal.
Can I talk to someone regarding EDGE?
On first base, you can either reach out to certified consultants (like us) or SME Centres. We are more than happy to help and answer all your questions regarding EDGE. Just fill in the form below.
Anything else I need to take note of?
The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of Firefish and do not reflect the official policy or position of ESG or any agency of the Singapore Government. The content is based on information published by ESG as of 14 October 2026, and assumptions have been drawn. The EDGE grant is administered strictly by ESG (Enterprise Singapore). All information herein is subjected to change. EDGE grants are subjected to approval by ESG. Firefish does not represent ESG and does not claim to represent ESG in any way.
