Ref: SSG Tech · Enterprise Singapore · reviewed 05 Jul 2026
Startup SG Tech
Early-stage funding for deep-tech: Proof-of-Concept grants up to S$250,000 and Proof-of-Value up to S$500,000 for breakthrough technology commercialisation.
POC up to S$250,000; POV up to S$500,000
Who qualifies
- ✓Registered in Singapore under 5 years, at least 30% local shareholding
- ✓Group revenue under S$100M or under 200 employees
- ✓Technology must be breakthrough or novel application, not routine software
What it pays for
- Deep-tech R&D towards commercialisation
- Manpower, equipment, materials, professional services within the project
How to apply
Evaluation typically 3 to 4 months; competitive
- 1Confirm the tech clears the deep-tech bar (novel science/engineering, defensible IP)
- 2Prepare technical and commercialisation plan
- 3Apply via Startup SG Tech cycles
- 4Milestone-based disbursement
Advisor's note
Routine SaaS or apps will be rejected as not deep-tech. Strongest cases pair a technical founder with defensible IP and a named first customer for the POV stage.
Planning a digitalisation or overseas-expansion project? Those usually run under EDG or MRA, which our team delivers end to end.
Common questions
How much does the SSG Tech cover?
Grant (milestone-based), pOC up to S$250,000; POV up to S$500,000. Early-stage funding for deep-tech: Proof-of-Concept grants up to S$250,000 and Proof-of-Value up to S$500,000 for breakthrough technology commercialisation.
Who is eligible for the SSG Tech?
Registered in Singapore under 5 years, at least 30% local shareholding Group revenue under S$100M or under 200 employees Technology must be breakthrough or novel application, not routine software
What does the SSG Tech pay for?
Deep-tech R&D towards commercialisation Manpower, equipment, materials, professional services within the project
How do I apply for the SSG Tech?
1. Confirm the tech clears the deep-tech bar (novel science/engineering, defensible IP) 2. Prepare technical and commercialisation plan 3. Apply via Startup SG Tech cycles 4. Milestone-based disbursement
How long does the SSG Tech take?
Evaluation typically 3 to 4 months; competitive
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