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Step-by-Step Guide 15 December 2025 2 min read

EDG Quick-Start Checklist: Am I Eligible in 2 Minutes?

Check your EDG eligibility in under 2 minutes with this quick-start checklist. Unlike MRA and PSG, EDG has no company size restrictions—making it ideal for larger businesses. Verify the 3 key requirements: Singapore registration, 30% local ownership, and financial readiness to start and complete the project.

Verified 14 March 2026

Check your EDG eligibility in under 2 minutes. Unlike MRA and PSG, EDG has no company size restrictions.

Eligibility Checklist

Answer these 3 questions:

Eligibility Requirements

  • Not completed
    Business registered and operating in Singapore
  • Not completed
    At least 30% local equity (Singaporean/PR) - direct or indirect
  • Not completed
    Company can financially start and complete the project

All boxes checked? You’re likely eligible.

What EDG Does NOT Require

Unlike other grants:

  • Avoid: No turnover cap (MRA/PSG require ≤S$100M)
  • Avoid: No employee limit (MRA/PSG require ≤200)
  • Avoid: No project duration limit (MRA caps at 12 months)
  • Avoid: No new-to-market requirement (MRA requires this)

5-Step Quick Start

Step 1: Choose Your Category

CategoryBest ForExamples
Core CapabilitiesStrengthening foundationsStrategy, HR, branding
Innovation & ProductivityTransformationAutomation, process redesign
Market AccessNew marketsPilots, standards adoption

Step 2: Identify Your Consultant (If Needed)

For management consultancy projects:

  • Consultant must have TR 43 or SS 680 certification
  • Check certified lists from IMC Singapore, SBAC, or TÜV SÜD PSB

Step 3: Prepare Core Documents

  • ACRA search (dated within 6 months)
  • Audited financial statements (last FY)
  • Project proposal with scope and outcomes
  • Quotations for project items

Step 4: Know Your Support Level

  • Standard: Up to 50% of eligible costs
  • Sustainability projects: Up to 70% (until 31 March 2026)

Step 5: Apply on BGP

  1. Log in with Corppass
  2. Complete application form
  3. Upload documents
  4. Submit and wait 8-12 weeks

Eligible Costs

EDG covers three types of costs:

  1. Third-party consultancy fees
  2. Software and equipment
  3. Internal manpower cost (unique to EDG)

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