IMDA Digital Leaders Programme (DLP) at a glance

Agency

Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA)

Programme

Digital Leaders Programme (DLP)

Support type

Co-funding

Current status

Open

Funding

IMDA provides funding support on a case-by-case basis for approved DLP activities. The current public page does not publish one universal percentage.

Cap / maximum support

No fixed public grant cap is stated.

What does the scheme support?

Digital roadmaps, development of in-house digital teams, advanced transformation projects and the Digital Leaders Accelerator Bootcamp for problem definition, AI solution design and actionable implementation roadmaps.

This profile should be read as a funding and eligibility guide rather than a substitute for the agency's final assessment. The approved scope, support level and claim treatment remain subject to the governing programme terms and the applicant's specific project.

Who can apply?

The enterprise must be ACRA-registered, taxable and operating in Singapore, have at least 30% local shareholding, be a non-ICT company, already have basic digital processes and be prepared to invest in larger-scale transformation and in-house capability.

How much support is available?

IMDA provides funding support on a case-by-case basis for approved DLP activities. The current public page does not publish one universal percentage.

No fixed public grant cap is stated.

What costs can qualify?

Approved digital-transformation advisory, in-house capability and project implementation costs under the DLP support arrangement, subject to IMDA assessment.

Key conditions

DLP is intended for digitally progressive companies rather than first-time basic digitalisation. The programme focuses on sustained internal capability and business outcomes.

For any project where timing matters, applicants should avoid making irreversible commitments before confirming the programme's pre-start requirements. Where the scheme is discretionary or delivered through an appointed partner, the agency or programme partner retains the final decision on eligibility and quantum.

How and when should you apply?

Enterprises can connect with IMDA through the Digital Transformation Cluster enquiry route. This enterprise DLP is distinct from the separate SG Digital Leaders leadership programme for individuals.

Is this scheme relevant to your project?

A strong fit is: A local non-ICT enterprise with an existing digital base, ambitious transformation roadmap and commitment to build internal digital capability.

A weak fit is: Basic off-the-shelf software adoption with no broader transformation or internal capability-building plan.

How Reeve | R&D supports the scheme

Reeve | R&D can manage the incentive workstream from initial eligibility assessment through project structuring, funding modelling, application preparation, evidence planning, agency interaction and post-award coordination, while the company or eligible applicant remains the formal applicant where required.

Frequently asked questions

What is the current status?

The current verified status is Open as of 7 October 2026. Where the programme is periodic or appointment-led, this does not necessarily mean that a general application window is continuously open.

How much support is available?

IMDA provides funding support on a case-by-case basis for approved DLP activities. The current public page does not publish one universal percentage. No fixed public grant cap is stated.

What is the most important eligibility point?

The enterprise must be ACRA-registered, taxable and operating in Singapore, have at least 30% local shareholding, be a non-ICT company, already have basic digital processes and be prepared to invest in larger-scale transformation and in-house capability.

What should be checked before committing to the project?

The applicant should confirm the live programme terms, pre-start rules, eligible cost categories and any partner, provider, appointment or milestone requirements before signing contracts or incurring supported costs.

Official programme sources

imda.gov.sg (opens in a new tab)

Last verified: 2026-10-01