EDGE Grant Singapore: What Replaces EDG, PSG, and MRA in 2026

EDGE is a new grant from Enterprise Singapore that will merge three existing schemes: the Enterprise Development Grant (EDG), the Productivity Solutions Grant (PSG), and the Market Readiness Assistance (MRA) grant. It is set to launch in the second half of 2026, with EDG, PSG, and MRA remaining open for applications until then.

When EDGE is launched, businesses will apply for grants based on what they intend to do (digitalise, expand overseas, improve efficiency) rather than working out themselves which grant bucket their project falls into and applying for three separate grants. The Business Grants Portal remains the application platform, so the process stays in a familiar place even as the underlying schemes change.

EDGE will cap support at S$100,000 per year across eligible activities. Within that cap, businesses expanding overseas will see a higher share of costs covered: up to 70% for SMEs (up from 50%) and up to 50% for non-SMEs (up from 30%). The "new market" restriction under MRA will also be removed, allowing funding to be used for deepening presence in markets a business has already entered, not just new ones.

The goal of EDGE is to make the grant application process easier by reducing application friction and shifting from scheme-centric to objective-centric funding, which will ultimately improve funding accessibility and encourage more transformation projects.

The rest of this guide breaks down what that means in practice: how EDGE eligibility works, what activities and costs it covers, how the application process compares to EDG, PSG, and MRA, and what you should do if you have a project planned or in progress before the launch date.

What Is the EDGE Grant in Singapore?

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EDGE is a new grant scheme from Enterprise Singapore that consolidates the Enterprise Development Grant (EDG), Productivity Solutions Grant (PSG), and Market Readiness Assistance (MRA) grant into one scheme. It was announced in Enterprise Singapore's Business Refresh Package in March 2026 and is set to launch in the second half of 2026 (2H 2026). Businesses will apply based on their intended activity (such as digitalise, expand overseas, improve efficiency) rather than choosing a specific grant.

Enterprise Singapore's stated reason for the change is straightforward: businesses have long found it difficult to determine which grant applies to their project. A company digitalising its operations while also preparing to enter an overseas market might genuinely need support from all three current schemes, which today means three separate applications, three sets of eligibility rules, and three approval timelines.

EDGE is designed to collapse that into a single entry point through the same Business Grants Portal (apply.gov.sg) that already handles EDG, PSG, and MRA applications.

When Does the EDGE Grant Launch?

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Enterprise Singapore has confirmed EDGE will launch in the second half of 2026 (2H 2026). No specific month or date has been announced. Until then, EDG, PSG, and MRA remain fully open for applications, and Enterprise Singapore has explicitly stated that existing grants remain accessible until EDGE launches.

There is no published indication of a soft transition window, or a specific cut-off date for new EDG, PSG, and MRA applications. Businesses planning around EDGE should treat 2H 2026 as the only confirmed timeframe and avoid assuming a more specific date until Enterprise Singapore announces one.

How Much Funding Does the EDGE Grant Provide?

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EDGE will provide up to S$100,000 per year for eligible activities, available to all Singapore-registered businesses including non-SMEs. Companies that require more support than this can submit applications to Enterprise Singapore, which will assess them on a case-by-case basis.

Today, PSG covers up to 50% of qualifying costs, capped at S$30,000 per company per year; MRA covers up to 70% of eligible costs (for SMEs, since 1 April 2026), capped at S$100,000 per company per new market; and EDG covers up to 50% of qualifying costs for SMEs, with no fixed dollar cap and each project assessed individually. Under EDGE, that becomes a single annual ceiling. However, there is room to appeal for larger proposals beyond S$100,000.

Equally significant: EDGE will be open to non-SME businesses, which is a change from the current framework, where both PSG and MRA are restricted to SMEs only. Enterprise Singapore defines a SME, for current grant purposes, as a business with group annual turnover not exceeding S$100 million, or group employment not exceeding 200 employees.

EDG, PSG, and MRA: What Each Grant Covers Right Now

Until EDGE launches, the three grants it will replace continue to operate exactly as they do today, with their own eligibility rules and application processes. For businesses with a project ready to go, applying now for the existing schemes (rather than waiting) is the right move.

Enterprise Development Grant (EDG)

EDG, administered by Enterprise Singapore, is the most flexible of the three current grants. It funds individually proposed projects rather than pre-approved solutions, which makes it suited to broader transformation work.

Market Readiness Assistance (MRA) Grant

MRA is specifically designed to support a Singapore company's first step into a new overseas market, covering the practical costs of getting there.

Productivity Solutions Grant (PSG)

PSG takes a more prescriptive approach than EDG. Instead of assessing a custom project proposal, it funds the adoption of solutions and equipment that Enterprise Singapore has already pre-approved, which makes the application process noticeably faster.

EDG vs PSG vs MRA vs EDGE: Side-by-Side Comparison

The table below summarises how the three current grants differ from each other, and how EDGE will compare based on what is currently known.

Should You Apply Now or Wait for the EDGE Grant?

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For most businesses with a project ready to go, applying now under EDG, PSG, or MRA is the better option. These grants are fully operational at enhanced rates today, while EDGE will not launch until 2H 2026 at the earliest, and its full eligibility framework has not been published.

Enterprise Singapore's own published guidance is consistent: existing grants remain accessible, and there is no indication that waiting carries any advantage for a project that is ready now.

Apply now if:

• Your project is scoped and ready to start within the next few months

• You have a clear case for EDG, PSG, or MRA under their current, well-documented eligibility rules

• You want certainty: today's rules, rates, and processing times are fully known, while EDGE's are not

• You qualify for the enhanced MRA rate of up to 70% of eligible costs, capped at S$100,000 per company per new market (effective now, until 31 March 2029)

Might be worth waiting if:

• Your business is a non-SME currently excluded from PSG or MRA, since EDGE is confirmed to extend eligibility to non-SMEs

• Your project genuinely spans multiple current grant categories and would benefit from a single consolidated application

• Your timeline is flexible and a 2H 2026 start works for your business regardless

Important to note: do not start work, sign vendor contracts, or make project-related payments before receiving written approval. Applications submitted after work has already begun are not accepted under EDG, PSG, or MRA. EDGE will likely operate in the same way.

What Happens to Existing EDG, PSG, or MRA Applications When EDGE Launches?

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Enterprise Singapore has not yet published transition details for grants approved before EDGE launches. Based on how past Enterprise Singapore scheme consolidations have typically worked (such as EDG itself replacing the Capability Development Grant and Global Company Partnership in 2018), approved projects are likely to continue under their original terms.

This is one of the genuine open questions about the transition, and any source that states a confirmed answer here should be treated with caution unless it cites a specific Enterprise Singapore publication. We will update this guide if and when Enterprise Singapore issues a transition notice.

EDGE Grant Eligibility in Singapore: What's Confirmed and What's Expected

Enterprise Singapore's Business Refresh Package factsheet is explicit that the full EDGE eligibility framework has not been finalised. The factsheet states plainly that the applicant must be a business entity registered in Singapore, that other requirements may apply depending on the supportable activity, and that more details will be provided when EDGE launches later in 2026.

Until Enterprise Singapore confirms these details, the most reliable approach is to assess your project against today's EDG, PSG, and MRA criteria, since EDGE is expected to cover the same underlying categories of activity even as the application process changes.

How Grantbii Helps You Navigate EDGE, EDG, PSG, and MRA

Grant consolidation is meant to simplify things, but in the period before EDGE launches, businesses are effectively navigating two systems at once: deciding whether to act under today's rules or plan ahead for a framework that is not yet fully published. That is exactly the kind of decision where a grant consultant's value goes beyond filling out a form.

Grantbii works as a strategic partner across four areas:

• Grant mapping: identifying whether your project is better suited to EDG, PSG, or MRA today, or whether it makes sense to structure it for EDGE once eligibility details are confirmed.

• Project design and eligibility: structuring your project so that qualifying costs are clearly fundable and your application meets current documentation and consultant-certification requirements.

• Implementation guidance: translating your business objectives into a project proposal and supporting evidence that holds up to Enterprise Singapore's assessment process.

• Maximising impact: making sure you are capturing the full enhanced support available right now, including the 70% MRA rate (capped at S$100,000 per new market), rather than leaving funding on the table while waiting for EDGE.

If you are unsure whether to apply today or wait for EDGE, that decision is worth a proper conversation rather than a guess.

Ready to map your project against the current grants? Start with a Smart Consultation or Book a Call with the Grantbii team.

Bottom Line for Singapore SMEs

The EDGE grant consolidation is a genuine simplification of Singapore's grant landscape: one application, broader eligibility, and a process built around what your business is actually trying to do rather than which scheme it technically falls under. 

However, if your business is ready to proceed with a project now, it is advised to apply for EDG, PSG, and MRA are now, at some of their highest support rates to date, including the enhanced 70% MRA rate (capped at S$100,000 per company per new market) that runs until 31 March 2029. If your business has a project ready, whether that means adopting new software, undertaking a transformation project, or entering an overseas market, applying under the current schemes is the more certain path while the full EDGE eligibility details are still being finalised.

Grantbii will continue tracking Enterprise Singapore's official announcements and will update this guide as soon as further EDGE details, including the exact launch date and eligibility framework, are published.

If you are ready to assess which grant fits your current project, or want to map your plans against what EDGE is expected to cover, Grantbii can help you work through it. Start with a Smart Consultation or Book a Call to speak with one of our consultants.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does EDGE stand for?

Enterprise Singapore has not published an official expansion of the name. Its Business Refresh Package factsheet refers to the scheme only as EDGE, without spelling out an acronym. 

When exactly does the EDGE grant launch?

Enterprise Singapore has confirmed the second half of 2026 (2H 2026) but has not announced a specific month or date. EDG, PSG, and MRA remain open for applications until EDGE launches.

Should I wait for EDGE before applying for a grant?

For most businesses with a project ready now, no. EDG, PSG, and MRA are fully operational today at enhanced support rates, and EDGE's full eligibility framework has not been published. Waiting only makes sense if your business is a non-SME currently excluded from PSG or MRA, or if your timeline is genuinely flexible.

Can non-SMEs apply for the EDGE grant?

Yes. Enterprise Singapore has confirmed that EDGE will support all Singapore businesses, including non-SMEs, which is a change from PSG and MRA's current SME-only restriction.

How much can my business receive under EDGE?

Up to S$100,000 per year for eligible activities. Businesses requiring more support can appeal to Enterprise Singapore for proposals above that amount, and will be approved on a case-by-case basis.

What happens to my EDG, PSG, or MRA application if it is approved before EDGE launches?

Enterprise Singapore has not yet published official transition guidance. Based on how previous scheme consolidations have generally worked, approved projects are likely to continue under their original terms, but this has not been confirmed specifically for EDGE.

Can I stack EDG, PSG, and MRA for the same project today?

In some cases, yes, if different components of a project genuinely qualify under different grants. For example, a business could apply for PSG to fund an approved software purchase and separately apply for MRA to fund market entry activity in a new country. Grants cannot fund the same cost twice, and confirming what can be combined is worth checking with Enterprise Singapore's SME Centre advisors or a grant consultant.