Summary of Changes
Effective 1 April 2026
Most items below took effect on 1 April 2026. The EEG row reflects the separate 7 April 2026 enhancement announced in response to the Middle East situation.
| Scheme | Change | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| EEG | 7 Apr 2026 enhancement | Base Tier expanded to all sectors and extended to 31 March 2028 (previously 31 March 2027). MTI to share details for newly eligible sectors later in 2026. |
| EFS-Green | Extended five years | Now runs until 31 March 2031 |
| EFS-M&A | Domestic M&A made permanent | Was temporary until 31 March 2026, now permanent |
| EFS-Trade Loan | Caps removed | S$10M per Borrower / S$20M per Borrower Group caps removed; combined S$50M across all EFS facilities |
| EFS-Fixed Assets | Caps removed | S$30M per Borrower / Borrower Group caps removed; combined S$50M across all EFS facilities |
| MRA | Higher support for SMEs | Up to 70% (previously 50%), applicable until 31 March 2029 |
| MRA | Enhanced grant cap extended | S$100,000 per company per new market extended |
| BizAdapt | Higher support | 70% for SMEs (was 50%), 50% for non-SMEs (was 30%) |
| GIA | Higher support | 70% for SMEs (was 50%), 50% for non-SMEs (was 30%), until 31 March 2029 |
| EVM | Higher support | Up to 70% (was 50%); S$20K standard / S$60K larger projects |
| HEPG | Higher support | Up to 70% (was 50%); capped at S$14,000 per project |
Effective from Year of Assessment 2027
| Scheme | Change | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| DTDi | Auto-approval cap raised | S$150,000 → S$400,000 per YA without prior approval |
| DTDi | Scope expanded | No-approval claims now cover overseas market development trips, investment study trips, and five qualifying activities |
Effective 2H 2026 (with EDGE implementation)
| Scheme | Change | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| EDGE | New unified grant | Announced to streamline PSG, EDG and MRA through activity-based applications |
| EDGE | Up to S$100K/year | All Singapore businesses including non-SMEs; case-by-case for more |
| MRA (under EDGE) | Non-SME eligibility | Local non-SMEs eligible for up to 50% of eligible costs |
| MRA (under EDGE) | “New market” criterion removed | Can now deepen presence in existing overseas markets |
Enhancing Productivity and Cost Efficiency
Energy Efficiency Grant (EEG) — Extended to 31 March 2028 & Expanded to All Sectors
The EEG helps businesses improve energy efficiency by co-funding investment in energy-efficient equipment. Originally covering six sectors (Construction, Food Services, Retail, Manufacturing, Maritime, and Data Centres), the Base Tier has been expanded to all sectors as part of the 7 April 2026 enhanced support measures.
- Base Tier: Up to S$30,000 for pre-approved energy-efficient equipment — now open to all sectors
- Advanced Tier: Up to S$350,000 across Base and Advanced tiers for larger investments
- What changed: Announced on 7 April 2026, EEG Base Tier was extended to 31 March 2028 (from 31 March 2027) and expanded to all sectors (from 6). Pre-approved equipment lists currently only exist for the original 6 sectors; MTI will share details for newly eligible sectors later in 2026.
Enterprise Financing Scheme (EFS) — Multiple Enhancements
The EFS facilitates Singapore enterprises’ access to financing. Four EFS components were enhanced:
EFS-Green — Extended five years (1 April 2026 to 31 March 2031) to support development or adoption of green technologies and solutions.
EFS-M&A — Domestic M&A support, which was temporary until 31 March 2026, is now made permanent for both domestic and overseas M&A activities.
EFS-Trade Loan — Maximum facility-level loan caps of S$10M per Borrower and S$20M per Borrower Group are removed. Now subject to a combined Borrower Group maximum of S$50M across all EFS loan facilities.
EFS-Fixed Assets — Maximum facility-level loan caps of S$30M per Borrower and Borrower Group are removed. Now subject to a combined Borrower Group maximum of S$50M across all EFS loan facilities.
Growing Revenue at Home and Abroad
MRA — 70% Support for SMEs
The MRA has been enhanced with higher support levels (up to 70% for SMEs, previously 50%) and an extended grant cap of S$100,000 per company per new market. From 2H 2026 under EDGE: eligibility extended to non-SMEs (50%), and the “new market” criterion will be removed.
See MRA Budget 2026 Changes for full details.
BizAdapt — 70% for SMEs, 50% for Non-SMEs
The Business Adaptation Grant helps local enterprises impacted by tariffs adapt their business operations and strengthen supply chain resilience. From 1 April 2026, support increased to 70% for SMEs (was 50%) and 50% for non-SMEs (was 30%). Valid until 6 October 2027.
DTDi — Auto-Approval Cap Raised to S$400,000
The DTDi auto-approval expenditure cap is raised from S$150,000 to S$400,000 per Year of Assessment, effective from YA 2027. The scope of claims without prior approval is also expanded.
See DTDi Budget 2026 Changes for full details.
GIA — 70% for SMEs, Launch & Grow Pathways
The Global Innovation Alliance (GIA) supports startups and tech SMEs to access global innovation ecosystems. From 1 April 2026, support increased to 70% for SMEs (was 50%) and 50% for non-SMEs (was 30%), applicable until 31 March 2029.
The refreshed GIA strategy provides differentiated support:
- “Launch” programmes — for startups new to a market: market insights, short-term sprints, early customer/partner discovery
- “Grow” pathways — for startups seeking to scale: partnerships, deeper market penetration, technology maturation
EVM & HEPG — 70% for Heartland Enterprises
Both heartland enterprise programmes have increased support to up to 70% (from 50%) effective 1 April 2026:
- Enhanced Visual Merchandising (EVM): Up to S$20,000 for standard projects, S$60,000 for larger-scale projects
- Heartland Enterprise Placemaking Grant (HEPG): Capped at S$14,000 per project
EDGE: The New Unified Grant
Enterprise Singapore has announced EDGE for 2H 2026 as a unified, activity-based grant for PSG, EDG and MRA activities. It is not open yet; the existing grants remain accessible until launch.
- Up to S$100,000 per year for eligible activities
- All Singapore businesses including non-SMEs
- Case-by-case for companies needing more than S$100K
See the EDGE Grant page for its announced status and details, or EDGE vs PSG, EDG and MRA for the transition comparison.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do these changes take effect?
Most changes take effect 1 April 2026. The EEG all-sector expansion and extension were announced separately on 7 April 2026. DTDi changes apply from Year of Assessment 2027. EDGE and MRA’s “new market” removal take effect in 2H 2026.
Do I need to do anything to get the higher support levels?
No. The increased support levels (70% for BizAdapt, GIA, EVM, HEPG; 70% for MRA) apply automatically to new applications from 1 April 2026.
What happens to my existing PSG/EDG/MRA application?
Existing approved applications continue under their original grant terms. EDGE applies to new applications once it launches in 2H 2026.
Can non-SMEs now apply for MRA?
From 2H 2026 (when EDGE is implemented), local non-SMEs will be eligible for up to 50% of eligible costs for MRA-type activities. Until then, MRA remains SME-only.
Where can I read the official announcement?
The full factsheet is available at EnterpriseSG Business Refresh Package (PDF).
Official Source
- Business Refresh Package Factsheet (PDF) — Enterprise Singapore, March 2026
Related Guides
- EDGE Grant — announced unified grant status and details
- EDGE vs PSG, EDG and MRA — transition comparison for current-grant users
- Budget 2026 Singapore Grants Hub — all Budget 2026 changes
- MRA Budget 2026 Changes — MRA 70% and “new market” removal details
- DTDi Budget 2026 Changes — auto-approval cap and scope expansion
- EFS Higher Loan Caps — EFS cap removal details
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