EDGE Grant Singapore: What It Covers, Who Qualifies and How to Apply
The EDGE grant is Enterprise Singapore's single grant for companies starting new projects to upgrade capabilities, improve efficiency or expand overseas. It replaced EDG, MRA and PSG for new applications on 30 September 2026. SMEs can get up to 70% of eligible costs supported, capped at S$100,000 per company per year.
Written by Firefish, a Singapore branding consultancy with SS 680 certified consultants. Checked against Enterprise Singapore's EDGE grant pages.
EDGE grant at a glance
- Run by: Enterprise Singapore
- Launched: 30 September 2026
- Replaces: EDG, MRA and PSG
- Support level: up to 70% for SMEs, up to 50% for non-SMEs
- Annual cap: S$100,000 per company, refreshed on 1 April
- Covers: 8 business areas and over 150 activities
- Payout: by reimbursement, after the project is completed and paid for
- Apply at: the Business Grants Portal, with Corppass
What is the EDGE grant?
Did the EDGE grant replace EDG, PSG and MRA?
| Before 30 September 2026 | EDGE grant today | |
|---|---|---|
| Grants | Three: EDG, MRA and PSG | One: the EDGE grant |
| How you apply | Choose the right scheme first | Choose the activity you want to do |
| Overseas expansion | MRA supported entry into new markets | New and existing overseas markets |
| Annual cap | Different caps for each scheme | S$100,000 per company per year, across all activities |
| Past grants | Not applicable | EDG, MRA or PSG support you received before does not reduce your EDGE cap |
How much funding can you get from the EDGE grant?
| Type of activity | SMEs | Non-SMEs |
|---|---|---|
| Internationalisation and sustainability activities | Up to 70% | Up to 50% |
| Other activities | Up to 50% | Up to 30% |
How does the S$100,000 EDGE grant cap work?
- The cap runs from 1 April to 31 March, and refreshes every 1 April.
- Within the S$100,000, up to S$30,000 can go to single-function digital solutions, integrated enterprise systems and pre-scoped equipment.
- To draw on this year's cap, submit your application before 31 March.
- Once the cap is used up, you wait for the refresh. Applications above the cap are not supported in the same period.
- The grant is paid by reimbursement only. There are no cash advances.
What does the EDGE grant cover?
| Business area | Examples of supported activities |
|---|---|
| Automation | Pre-scoped equipment, large-scale automation |
| Digitalisation | Single-function digital solutions, integrated enterprise systems, large-scale digital transformation |
| Business strategy | Business strategic planning, business transition planning |
| Financial management | Financial framework and corporate strategy, enterprise risk management and internal controls, investor relations |
| Innovation | Product development |
| Internationalisation | International branding, international financial and tax planning, identifying overseas partners, market entry setup, overseas business development staff, overseas marketing and public relations, overseas physical trade fairs |
| Standards | General, digitalisation, sector-specific and sustainability standards |
| Sustainability | Resource management and optimisation, sustainability services, sustainability strategy development, sustainable product or service development |
Who is eligible for the EDGE grant?
You can apply if
- Your business is registered in Singapore.
- At least 30% of it is owned by Singaporeans or Singapore PRs.
- The project has not started, and no payment or deposit was made before you submit.
- You meet the requirements of the specific activity.
You cannot apply if you are
- A non-profit organisation or society.
- A religious body or voluntary welfare organisation.
- A statutory board or government subsidiary.
How do you apply for the EDGE grant?
Pick your activity
Check the fine print
Apply before you start
Do the project
Pay, then claim
What should you watch out for when applying for the EDGE grant?
Apply first, start later
Plan the whole year's cap
Mind the 31 March cut-off
Choose your vendor carefully
One market, one application
Budget for the cash flow
How can Firefish help with your EDGE grant?
Firefish is a branding consultancy in Singapore, so we work on the branding side of the EDGE grant. The activity we support is International Branding, which covers brand research, brand strategy and brand identity for overseas markets, at up to 70% for SMEs. Our consultants are SS 680 certified, which that activity asks for.
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EDGE grant FAQ
What does EDGE stand for?
Nothing. EDGE is not an acronym. Enterprise Singapore says the name reflects the aim of helping businesses gain an edge over their competitors. The grant consolidates three earlier schemes: the Enterprise Development Grant (EDG), Market Readiness Assistance (MRA) and the Productivity Solutions Grant (PSG).
Is the EDGE grant the same as EDG?
No. EDG, the Enterprise Development Grant, was one of three schemes that the EDGE grant replaced on 30 September 2026. The other two were MRA and PSG. EDG no longer takes new applications, but EDG applications submitted before that date continue under the old scheme.
Can I still apply for PSG, EDG or MRA?
No. All three stopped taking new applications on 29 September 2026. From 30 September 2026, you apply under the EDGE grant. Applications submitted before that date are still assessed under the old schemes, and ongoing projects continue until completion and claim.
Can non-SMEs apply for the EDGE grant?
Yes. It is open to both SMEs and non-SMEs, as long as the company is registered in Singapore with at least 30% local ownership. Non-SMEs get a lower support level: up to 30% for most activities, and up to 50% for internationalisation and sustainability activities.
What is the maximum EDGE grant amount?
S$100,000 per company per year, across all EDGE activities. The cap year runs from 1 April to 31 March. Within that amount, up to S$30,000 can be used for single-function digital solutions, integrated enterprise systems and pre-scoped equipment.
Can I get more than S$100,000 from the EDGE grant?
Not in the same cap year. Enterprise Singapore states that applications above the cap are not supportable within the same period. Once your cap is used up, you can apply for new activities after it refreshes on 1 April.
How many EDGE grant applications can I submit?
One application per activity, and you can run several applications at the same time. You cannot put several activities into a single application. For overseas activities, each market needs its own application.
Does a past EDG, PSG or MRA grant count towards my EDGE cap?
No. Support you received under EDG, MRA or PSG does not reduce your EDGE cap. You can still apply even if you have used those schemes before, but only for a new project. The same project cannot be supported twice.
How long does EDGE grant approval take?
It depends on the activity. Enterprise Singapore lists an outcome in 1 week for single-function digital solutions, 4 weeks for pre-scoped equipment, 6 weeks for several internationalisation activities, and 10 weeks for activities such as international branding and integrated enterprise systems. Large-scale projects are assessed case by case.
Can I start my project before the EDGE grant is approved?
You must not start work or pay any deposit before you submit the application. After you submit, you may start, and those costs can be supported if the application is approved. If it is not approved, you bear the cost, so the risk is yours.
When is the EDGE grant paid out?
After the project. You complete the deliverables, pay all expenses in full, and submit one final claim on the Business Grants Portal. Claims open from 1 November 2026 for digital solutions, enterprise systems and pre-scoped equipment, and from 1 December 2026 for other activities.
Can a consultant or vendor apply for the EDGE grant on my behalf?
No. Your company must apply, pay and claim. Only your own staff with the right Corppass role on the Business Grants Portal can submit. A consultant can prepare the proposal and quotation and guide you through the steps, but cannot submit for you.
Can I change my vendor after the EDGE grant is approved?
No. After approval, the only changes allowed are to the project end date and the claim due date. If your vendor has to change, you need to terminate the project and submit a new application before paying the new vendor.
Can I use SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC) with the EDGE grant?
No. Enterprise Singapore states that the EDGE grant is not supportable under SFEC.
Where do I apply for the EDGE grant?
On the Business Grants Portal, using your company’s Corppass. Each activity page on Enterprise Singapore’s website links to the right application form.
Not sure which EDGE grant activity fits your project?
Tell us what you are planning. If it is a branding project for an overseas market, we will tell you plainly whether it fits and what your application needs.
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