The Business Grants Portal (BGP) is the official place to find, apply for, and manage eligible Singapore business grants. Use the current official application route: open the Business Grants Portal. Grantla can help you check likely eligibility and prepare a document checklist, but cannot submit or manage an application for you.
BGP Login and Application Quick Answer
Searchers often type bgp portal, business grant portal, or BGP login. They all refer to the Business Grants Portal. Start at the official BGP application portal, then use Corppass to sign in. If you are preparing an application, confirm the scheme’s current eligibility rules, request the right quotation, and collect the required documents before opening the form. Most importantly, apply before signing a vendor contract, paying, or starting the project.
Use this page for two jobs:
- Need to log in? Open the official BGP route above and use Corppass.
- Need to apply? Check the scheme requirements, prepare your quote and documents, then submit before making a project commitment.
What is the Business Grants Portal?
The BGP portal is the official application system for many Singapore business grants. Its published purpose is to help businesses find the right grant, apply online, manage applications, and accept offers. The safe sequence is: set up Corppass, confirm your scheme’s current rules, prepare the requested quote and documents, then submit before committing to the project.
Who Needs BGP?
BGP is relevant to:
- Any Singapore-registered business applying for EnterpriseSG or cross-agency grants. This includes sole proprietorships, partnerships, and private limited companies.
- Directors, business owners, or authorised staff who are responsible for submitting and managing grant applications on behalf of the company.
- Grant consultants acting on behalf of companies. Consultants need Corppass delegation from the company’s Corppass Admin before they can access BGP on the company’s behalf.
Choose the right scheme before applying
The portal lists current schemes and their application requirements. Do not rely on an old list of migrated programmes: scheme availability, application routes, and eligibility can change. Start with the official scheme page, then use BGP for the application journey it specifies.
Before you log in
Before you use BGP, make sure the following are in place:
- ACRA registration — your company must be registered with the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA). The business must be active and in good standing.
- Corppass account — your company’s Corppass Admin account must be set up and verified. If you have not done this yet, follow our Corppass Setup Guide.
- Corppass Admin setup — a registered officer of the company (typically a director or partner listed with ACRA) must be designated as the Corppass Admin. Only the Admin can assign e-Services to other users.
- BGP role assignment — the Corppass Admin must assign the “Business Grants Portal” e-Service to every user who needs to submit or manage grant applications. Without this assignment, users cannot log in to BGP.
Step-by-Step: How to Apply on BGP
Step 1: Set up Corppass
Register your Corppass Admin account if you have not already. The Admin must be a registered officer of the company. Identity verification is required and may take 1-3 working days. See our Corppass Setup Guide for detailed instructions.
Step 2: Assign BGP roles
Log in to the Corppass portal. Navigate to the e-Service assignment section and assign the “Business Grants Portal” e-Service to all staff members who will be involved in the application. Each user needs their own Singpass account.
Step 3: Open the official BGP portal
Go to apply.gov.sg/grants/business and use the official login flow. Authenticate using your Singpass credentials and Corppass access.
Step 4: Select your grant
From the BGP dashboard, browse or search for the grant programme you want to apply for. Click on the grant to view eligibility criteria, funding details, and application requirements before proceeding.
Step 5: Check eligibility
BGP runs automatic eligibility checks based on your ACRA registration data. This includes verification of your company’s registration status, SME status, and any sector-specific requirements. If any checks fail, you will see an explanation of what criteria were not met.
Step 6: Fill in the application form
Complete all required sections of the application form. This typically includes:
- Company details (auto-populated from ACRA records)
- Project description and objectives
- Detailed budget breakdown with line-item costs
- Vendor quotations (at least two to three quotes for comparison)
- Project timeline and milestones
Step 7: Upload supporting documents
Attach all required documents. Common requirements include:
- Latest financial statements (audited, if available)
- Vendor quotations matching the budget breakdown
- Project plan or proposal document
- Any sector-specific supporting documents
Step 8: Review and submit
Double-check every field and uploaded document before submitting. Once submitted, you cannot easily make changes. Verify that company names on quotations match your exact ACRA-registered name and that the budget figures are consistent across all documents.
Step 9: Wait for processing
After submission, you will receive an acknowledgment email from BGP. The application enters the review queue. You may be contacted for clarifications or additional information during this period. Check your BGP dashboard regularly for status updates.
Step 10: Accept Letter of Offer (LOF)
If your application is approved, you will receive a Letter of Offer through BGP. Read the terms and conditions carefully. You must accept the LOF within the stipulated deadline, which is typically 14 to 30 days. Failure to accept on time may result in the offer being withdrawn.
Processing Times
Processing times vary by grant programme and application complexity:
- PSG: 4-6 weeks
- MRA: 6-8 weeks
- EDG: 8-12 weeks (requires evaluation panel review)
- BizAdapt: 4-8 weeks
- EEG (BGP 2.0): 6-8 weeks
These are indicative timelines. Applications with incomplete information or those requiring additional evaluation may take longer.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Wrong entity name — vendor quotes and all documents must use your exact ACRA-registered company name. Even minor discrepancies (e.g., “Pte Ltd” vs “Private Limited”) can cause issues.
- Paying before approval — any payment made or contract signed before your grant is approved makes those expenses ineligible for reimbursement. Always wait for the Letter of Offer.
- Missing documents — incomplete applications get returned for resubmission, adding weeks or even months of delay to the process.
- Incomplete budget breakdown — every line item in your budget must correspond to a matching item in your vendor quotation. Discrepancies will trigger queries from the reviewing officer.
- Not setting up Corppass early — Corppass registration and verification can take several days. Last-minute Corppass issues are one of the most common reasons for missing grant application deadlines.
- Letting LOF expire — if you are approved, accept your Letter of Offer before the deadline. Expired offers are withdrawn and you would need to reapply from scratch.
Related Guides
- Corppass Setup Guide — Set up Corppass in 5 minutes
- Common Grant Pitfalls — Mistakes that get applications rejected
- Getting Started Guide — New to Singapore grants? Start here
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Business Grants Portal (BGP)?
The Business Grants Portal (BGP) is Singapore’s centralised online platform for applying to government grants. Managed by Enterprise Singapore and GovTech, it handles the full lifecycle of grant applications — from submission through approval to claims disbursement. Most established grants like PSG, EDG, and MRA are processed through BGP.
Is BGP the same as the Business Grant Portal?
Yes. People often search for “BGP portal” or “business grant portal”, but the official name is Business Grants Portal. Start at the current BGP application route, then follow the scheme-specific instructions. The older portal names may still appear in search results, but they should not replace the current official application destination.
How do I log in to BGP?
You need a Corppass account with the “Business Grants Portal” e-Service assigned to your Singpass. Start at the current official BGP application route and follow the scheme-specific route shown there. Older BGP and BGP 2.0 URLs may still appear in search results, so use the current destination and the official scheme instructions.
What is the difference between BGP and BGP 2.0?
Use the current official destination and the route named on your scheme’s official page. The BGP main portal announced that its address changed to apply.gov.sg/grants/business on 2 June 2025; older portal names and URLs can remain in search results and older guides.
Which grants are available on BGP?
Check the current scheme catalogue and the official scheme page. The available schemes and their routes can change, so this guide deliberately does not maintain a static programme list.
How long does BGP grant processing take?
Processing times vary: PSG takes 4-6 weeks, MRA 6-8 weeks, EDG 8-12 weeks, and EEG on BGP 2.0 takes 6-8 weeks. Applications with incomplete documents or requiring additional evaluation may take longer.
Do I need Corppass to use BGP?
Yes. Corppass is mandatory for all BGP and BGP 2.0 access. Your company’s Corppass Admin must assign the “Business Grants Portal” e-Service to every user who needs to submit or manage grant applications. See our Corppass Setup Guide for setup instructions.
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