Short answer
A business qualifies for EDG if it is registered and operating in Singapore, has at least 30% local shareholding, and is financially viable to start and complete the project. Unlike PSG there's no headcount or sales cap, but EDG is project-based — you must submit a proposal mapped to a capability outcome under Core Capabilities, Innovation, or Market Access.
Key facts
- Registered and operating in Singapore
- At least 30% local shareholding
- Financially viable to start and complete the project
- Requires a project proposal, not just a quotation
EDG eligibility is less about size thresholds and more about project credibility. The reviewer is assessing whether the company can realistically deliver the capability it's proposing — so financial viability and a coherent plan matter more than headcount.
Because it funds up to 50% for SMEs with no fixed cap, EDG carries more scrutiny than PSG. Across the EDG engagements I've seen, the proposals that clear are specific about the before-and-after capability, not vague 'transformation'.
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Sources:EnterpriseSG, IMDA, NTUC, Singapore Government open data. Factual content (grant rules, eligibility, vendor data, pricing) is sourced directly from official government portals and remains the copyright of those respective agencies. Analysis, commentary and editorial framing are the author's own. Always verify the latest on GoBusiness, EnterpriseSG, or SMEs Go Digital before applying.