Collaborative Industry Projects (SIMTech) (CIP)
Groups of companies with similar technology needs share the cost of an A*STAR SIMTech R&D project to develop capabilities together.
- Support
- Participation fee per company (e.g. one CIP listed S$15,000-S$50,000 + GST over 3-6 months). Fees may qualify for EIS 400% deduction (innovation projects with partner institutions).
- Maximum funding
- No fixed cap published
- How to apply
- SIMTech consortia / CIP pages
- Apply before starting?
- Yes, before any commitment or payment
Recent changes
No 2025/2026 change found; fee example is from an older SIMTech page.
Who is eligible
- Registered and operating in Singapore
- Companies whose needs match the CIP topic; criteria set per CIP
Quick eligibility check
- 1. Is your company in manufacturing or engineering?
- 2. Is there an open CIP topic that matches your technology need?
- 3. Can you pay the participation fee?
- 4. Can you commit staff for 3-6 months?
0 of 4 answered.
What it covers
- CIP participation fee
How to apply
- Browse open CIPs on SIMTech site
- Contact SIMTech to join
- Sign participation agreement and pay fee
- Join project workshops and trials
Documents you need
- Company profile
- Signed CIP participation agreement
- Payment of participation fee
Frequently asked questions
What is the Collaborative Industry Projects (SIMTech)?
Groups of companies with similar technology needs share the cost of an A*STAR SIMTech R&D project to develop capabilities together.
How much funding does CIP give?
Participation fee per company (e.g. one CIP listed S$15,000-S$50,000 + GST over 3-6 months). Fees may qualify for EIS 400% deduction (innovation projects with partner institutions).
Who is eligible for CIP?
Applicants must be registered and operating in Singapore. Companies whose needs match the CIP topic; criteria set per CIP
How do I apply for CIP?
Apply through SIMTech consortia / CIP pages. You must apply before the project starts or any payment is made.
What documents do I need for CIP?
Company profile; Signed CIP participation agreement; Payment of participation fee.
Sources
- Official page: https://www.a-star.edu.sg/simtech/industry/consortia
- https://www.a-star.edu.sg/simtech/industry/consortia/E-TraM
Information last verified on 23 Oct 2026. Grant rules change often. Always confirm with A*STAR (SIMTech) before you apply.
