Startup SG Equity / SEEDS Capital Co-investment

What does it support?

The investment can finance technology development, commercialisation, expansion into new markets and the scaling of an innovative startup.

Who can apply?

The startup must be based in Singapore and meet SEEDS Capital’s technology investment criteria. It also needs a qualified private investor willing to co-invest.

How does the support work?

SEEDS Capital invests alongside private-sector investors on terms and matching ratios determined by the startup category and investment round. Government investment can reach S$2 million for general-tech startups or S$12 million for deep-tech startups.

What expenditure can qualify?

This is growth capital provided in exchange for equity. Funding is not calculated as reimbursement of a list of project invoices.

Key conditions

Both the company and the proposed round undergo investment assessment and commercial due diligence. A qualified private co-investment partner is a condition of the route.

Timing and application process

Approach SEEDS Capital or participating co-investment partners with the proposed investment round. Engagement is rolling and remains subject to investment approval.

Important programme distinctions

Shareholder dilution and the agreed investment terms are central to the decision. Startup SG Equity should not be presented as non-dilutive grant funding.

Related funding routes

• Startup SG Tech
• EFS Venture Debt