Guide
PSG vs EDG: which Singapore grant fits which project?
PSG funds pre-approved, off-the-shelf solutions. EDG funds custom consultancy and bigger projects. Here's how to pick — and how to sequence both.
The 30-second answer
Use PSG when a pre-approved vendor and package already solve your problem (POS, CRM, website, basic digital marketing). Use EDG when the work needs custom consultancy, larger investment, or measurable transformation — finance, HR, strategy, process redesign, automation, tech product, or service excellence.
Support level and scale
Both schemes co-fund up to 50% of qualifying costs for SMEs, but the typical project size is very different. PSG packages usually sit between S$5k and S$30k. EDG projects routinely run from S$30k to S$300k+.
Speed
PSG is the faster path. Most PSG applications are approved within 4–6 weeks. EDG projects involve a deeper scoping and proposal stage, with approval usually taking 4–8 weeks plus 6–12 months of delivery.
When to sequence both
Common play: use PSG to deploy an off-the-shelf CRM, then layer EDG Human Capital Development to redesign the sales process around it. Or use PSG Website to launch e-commerce, then EDG Business Strategy to build the 3-year growth plan. We sequence them so the scopes don't overlap.
Frequently asked questions
QCan I claim PSG and EDG on the same project?
Not on the same line item. The scopes must be distinct. We design the two applications so each piece of cost is funded only once.
QWhich one is easier to apply for?
PSG is simpler — you pick a pre-approved vendor and submit through BusinessGrants Portal. EDG requires a structured proposal with outcomes, costs, and a delivery plan.