IT & Digital Grants in Singapore: PSG, EDG & the New EDGE Grant

What Are Singapore's IT & Digital Grants?

Singapore's IT and digital grants are government co-funding schemes that reimburse businesses for part of the cost of adopting technology — from off-the-shelf software to consultancy, custom development, and cybersecurity certification. Rather than a single fund, they form a layered system: a fast, light-touch grant for buying pre-approved tools; a deeper grant for ambitious capability-building projects; a one-stop platform that points SMEs to both; and narrower schemes for specific needs such as cyber hygiene.

The logic is straightforward. Singapore wants its businesses — especially its small and medium enterprises (SMEs) — to digitalise faster than they would if they bore the full cost alone, so the state shares the bill, usually up to half, in exchange for adoption that lifts national productivity. For a buyer, the practical effect is that the sticker price of a digital project is rarely the price you actually pay.

The catch is that these schemes are run by different agencies, carry different eligibility rules, and are — as of 2026 — in the middle of a significant restructure. The rest of this guide walks through each grant in turn, then sets out how to actually claim one. If you would rather skip to vendors that already work within these schemes, browse our IMDA-aligned vendors or providers tagged for PSG-eligible software.

Productivity Solutions Grant (PSG)

The Productivity Solutions Grant (PSG) is the scheme most SMEs reach for first, because it is the simplest. It co-funds the adoption of pre-approved IT solutions and equipment — accounting software, inventory systems, customer-management tools, and the like — supporting up to 50% of the cost, capped at S$30,000. Because the solutions are vetted in advance, the approval path is far lighter than for the bigger capability grants.

The pre-approval list is the heart of PSG. You do not pitch an open-ended project; you choose from a catalogue of solutions already assessed for productivity impact. That makes PSG fast and low-friction, but it also means the grant only stretches as far as the approved list — bespoke or unlisted tools fall outside it. Our directory flags providers whose products sit on the approved catalogue under PSG software vendors.

Who is eligible for PSG?

PSG is aimed squarely at SMEs. To qualify, your business generally must:

• be registered and operating in Singapore;
• have at least 30% local equity (Singapore citizen or permanent-resident ownership);
• meet the SME size test — a group annual turnover of no more than S$100 million, or no more than 200 employees.

The size test uses an "or", so a firm that breaches one threshold may still qualify on the other. The 30% local-equity rule most often trips up foreign-owned subsidiaries, so check it early. As with every scheme here, confirm the current criteria before applying — they are among the details most likely to shift under the forthcoming EDGE consolidation.

SMEs Go Digital

If PSG is the grant, SMEs Go Digital is the platform that surrounds it. Run by the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA), it is the one-stop starting point for smaller firms working out where to begin with digitalisation. It is live and current — its sector roadmaps were last refreshed in February 2026.

The platform bundles several things worth knowing about:

• Pre-approved solutions — the same catalogue of digital tools that PSG funds up to 50%, so the platform and the grant work hand in hand.
• Industry Digital Plans (IDPs) — sector-by-sector roadmaps that tell a retailer, a logistics firm, or a food-services business what to digitalise and in what order. The IDPs were updated in February 2026.
• A GenAI Navigator — guidance aimed at helping SMEs adopt generative-AI tools sensibly rather than chasing hype.
• CTO-as-a-Service and CISO-as-a-Service — advisory support that gives smaller firms access to senior technology and security expertise without hiring a full-time executive.

For most SMEs, SMEs Go Digital is the natural first stop: it helps you decide what to buy before PSG helps you pay for it. If you are still scoping what you need, our IT services guide and Singapore ICT guide are useful companions.

Enterprise Development Grant (EDG)

The Enterprise Development Grant (EDG) is the heavier-duty cousin of PSG. Where PSG funds the purchase of an approved tool, EDG funds projects — and it covers a much wider scope: consultancy, software and equipment, and even manpower costs, across three broad pillars of capability-building, innovation, and market access.

EDG supports up to 50% of qualifying costs for SMEs, rising to up to 70% for sustainability projects. Because it funds open-ended projects rather than catalogue items, the application is more involved than PSG's: you set out a project, its outcomes, and its costs, and Enterprise Singapore assesses it on the merits. That makes EDG the right vehicle for transformation work too large or too bespoke for the PSG list — a custom platform build or an ERP overhaul, say. We tag relevant providers under EDG digital-transformation vendors.

A simple rule of thumb: reach for PSG when buying a known, pre-approved product, and EDG when funding a larger transformation project with consultancy or development at its core. If you are weighing up which provider can deliver such a project, our guide to choosing an IT provider sets out what to look for.

The New EDGE Grant (Expected 2H2026)

This is the change every Singapore buyer should have on their radar this year.

The intent behind EDGE is consolidation: rather than navigating three schemes with three sets of rules, businesses should eventually deal with one grant covering productivity tools, capability-building projects, and market access. That promises a simpler front door — but it also means the names, caps, and eligibility tests described elsewhere on this page could change once EDGE goes live.

Until then, the advice is unchanged: the existing grants are still open, so you can proceed with PSG or EDG today. But if you are planning a project for late 2026 or beyond, check where EDGE has landed first. We are tracking providers preparing for the transition under EDGE-ready vendors, and you can always send one brief to have suitable vendors respond directly.

Cyber Essentials Mark Funding

Beyond the broad productivity grants, there is targeted support for cybersecurity. The Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) offers funding to help smaller organisations achieve the Cyber Essentials mark — a baseline certification that signals an organisation has put sensible cyber-hygiene measures in place.

The funding support is roughly S$250 to S$725, with the exact amount depending on the number of endpoints in the organisation, and is valid to 6 February 2028. It is open to Singapore-incorporated SMEs and non-profits. There is a second benefit worth flagging: certified organisations can access cyber-insurance discounts, so the value extends beyond the grant itself.

For a small business, Cyber Essentials is often the most accessible entry point into formal cybersecurity, and the funding meaningfully lowers the barrier. To understand what the certification requires and how it sits alongside Singapore's wider security obligations, see our cybersecurity buyer's guide.

Grants at a Glance

The table below summarises the schemes covered here. Use it as a quick orientation, not a substitute for the official criteria — and remember the EDGE consolidation may change the picture in the second half of 2026.

How to Actually Claim a Grant

The schemes differ in detail, but the path to claiming one follows a consistent shape. Here is the practical sequence:

1. Scope the need first. Decide what business problem you are solving before you look at grants. Start with the SMEs Go Digital platform and, if useful, your sector's Industry Digital Plan.
2. Confirm your eligibility. Check the size, local-equity, and registration rules for the specific scheme — they are not identical across grants.
3. Match the grant to the spend. Use PSG for a pre-approved product; use EDG for a larger consultancy- or development-led project; use Cyber Essentials funding for security certification.
4. Choose a qualifying solution or vendor. For PSG, the solution must be on the pre-approved list. Browse PSG software vendors or EDG transformation partners to find providers that already work within the schemes.
5. Apply through the official channel and get approval first. Submit before you commit to the spend — grants generally do not fund purchases made before approval.
6. Keep your documentation. Quotations, invoices, and proof of deployment are what you will need at the claim stage.
7. Re-check the rules at the point of applying. With the EDGE consolidation due in 2H2026, confirm the current scheme, caps, and process on the official portals before you submit.

If matching all this to the right provider feels like work, it is — which is exactly what our Get Matched service is for: describe your project once, and qualifying vendors come to you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Productivity Solutions Grant (PSG)?

The Productivity Solutions Grant (PSG) is a Singapore government grant that co-funds the adoption of pre-approved IT solutions and equipment. It supports up to 50% of the cost, capped at S$30,000, and is the main scheme SMEs use to offset the price of off-the-shelf digital tools.

How much does PSG cover?

PSG covers up to 50% of the cost of a pre-approved IT solution, capped at S$30,000. The funding is per company across PSG claims, so the cap is a ceiling on total support, not a per-solution amount. The rest of the cost is paid by your business.

Am I eligible for PSG?

To qualify for PSG your business must be registered and operating in Singapore, have at least 30% local equity, and meet the SME size test — a group annual turnover of no more than S$100 million or no more than 200 employees. The solution you buy must be on the pre-approved list.

What is the new EDGE grant?

EDGE is a unified grant Enterprise Singapore is launching, expected in the second half of 2026, that consolidates the EDG, Market Readiness Assistance (MRA), and PSG into a single scheme. Existing grants remain available until EDGE launches, so verify the current rules before applying.

Can I still use PSG and EDG now?

Yes. As of mid-2026 both PSG and EDG are still open and accepting applications, and they remain available until the new EDGE grant launches in the second half of 2026. Because the schemes are changing, confirm the latest eligibility, caps, and branding before you apply.

Browse Grant-Ready Vendors in Singapore

Ready to put a grant to work? TechDirectory lists verified technology companies across Singapore — including providers whose solutions sit on the pre-approved lists — with company profiles, certifications, and community reviews.