Enterprise Compute Initiative (ECI)
· Last verified 23 Oct 2026Gives Singapore companies cloud credits, AI tools and training from Google Cloud, Microsoft or AWS, plus co-funded consultancy to build an AI minimum viable product within six months.
- Support
- Cloud credits, training and AI tools from the assigned cloud provider (amount not stated on DISG page). Consultancy co-funding: 70% of actual consulting costs, consulting costs capped at S$150,000, so up to S$105,000 per company; company pays 30%.
- Maximum funding
- S$105,000
- How to apply
- DISG ECI 'Apply here' page (disg.gov.sg/eci/apply-here/)
- Apply before starting?
- Yes, before any commitment or payment
Recent changes
Up to S$150m set aside at Budget 2025. DISG page last updated 17 Jul 2026; CSP sub-programmes include Microsoft Agentic AI Accelerator, Google Cloud AI Cloud Takeoff and AWS AI Springboard. A Budget 2026 top-up to S$300m is reported by third parties only (unverified).
Who is eligible
- Registered and operating in Singapore
- Registered or incorporated and physically present in Singapore
- CEO or equivalent sponsorship
- At least 10 Singapore-based staff
- Tech team of at least 2 (software, AI or data roles)
- Prior experience building a custom AI solution (PoC or deployment)
- Accessible datasets for the use case
- Financial ability to complete the project
- All sectors except gambling and betting; one application per company (no separate subsidiary applications)
Quick eligibility check
- 1. Is your company registered and physically present in Singapore?
- 2. Do you have at least 10 staff based in Singapore?
- 3. Do you have at least 2 people in software, AI or data roles?
- 4. Have you built a custom AI solution before (PoC or deployment)?
- 5. Do you have accessible data for the AI use case?
- 6. Will your CEO sponsor the project and commit resources for up to 6 months?
- 7. Is your business outside gambling and betting?
0 of 7 answered.
What it covers
- Cloud compute credits, AI tools and training (from CSP)
- Consultancy / system integrator fees for MVP and change management (70% co-funded)
How to apply
- Prepare an AI use case aimed at process improvement, new products, R&D or ecosystem impact
- Apply via the DISG ECI page
- If successful, get assigned a cloud service provider
- Choose a pre-qualified ECI consulting partner
- Deliver an MVP and change management within up to 6 months
Processing time: Applicants notified within 4 weeks
Claims: Consultancy co-funding administered through the programme with the CSP and consulting partner.
Documents you need
- Company registration (ACRA) details
- Use case proposal (problem, AI approach, expected impact, plan to set up an AI team)
- CEO sponsorship confirmation
- Details of Singapore staff headcount and tech team (CPF records may be requested)
- Evidence of prior AI PoC/deployment
- Description of available datasets
- Consulting partner proposal / quotation
Frequently asked questions
What is the Enterprise Compute Initiative?
Gives Singapore companies cloud credits, AI tools and training from Google Cloud, Microsoft or AWS, plus co-funded consultancy to build an AI minimum viable product within six months.
How much funding does ECI give?
Cloud credits, training and AI tools from the assigned cloud provider (amount not stated on DISG page). Consultancy co-funding: 70% of actual consulting costs, consulting costs capped at S$150,000, so up to S$105,000 per company; company pays 30%.
Who is eligible for ECI?
Applicants must be registered and operating in Singapore. Registered or incorporated and physically present in Singapore CEO or equivalent sponsorship At least 10 Singapore-based staff Tech team of at least 2 (software, AI or data roles) Prior experience building a custom AI solution (PoC or deployment) Accessible datasets for the use case Financial ability to complete the project All sectors except gambling and betting; one application per company (no separate subsidiary applications)
How do I apply for ECI?
Apply through DISG ECI 'Apply here' page (disg.gov.sg/eci/apply-here/). You must apply before the project starts or any payment is made. Processing time: Applicants notified within 4 weeks.
What documents do I need for ECI?
Company registration (ACRA) details; Use case proposal (problem, AI approach, expected impact, plan to set up an AI team); CEO sponsorship confirmation; Details of Singapore staff headcount and tech team (CPF records may be requested); Evidence of prior AI PoC/deployment; Description of available datasets; Consulting partner proposal / quotation.
Sources
- Official page: https://www.disg.gov.sg/enterprise-compute-initiative/
- https://www.disg.gov.sg/files/ECI_Factsheet_9_Feb.pdf
Information last verified on 23 Oct 2026. Grant rules change often. Always confirm with Digital Industry Singapore (DISG) before you apply.
