Talent Accelerator Programme (TAP)
· Last verified 23 Oct 2026About S$200m, three-year IMDA programme supporting development, production (incl. co-productions) and distribution of Singapore film and TV content and talent.
- Support
- Production and co-production co-funding plus an Overseas Development Grant; rates and caps are in IMDA's call-for-proposal guidelines (not verified here).
- Maximum funding
- No fixed cap published
- How to apply
- IMDA calls for proposals
- Apply before starting?
- Yes, before any commitment or payment
Recent changes
Launched 3 Dec 2025. Feature-film CFP brief updated 7 May 2026; Overseas Development Grant guidelines updated 8 Apr 2026; IMDA TAP page last updated 20 Oct 2026.
Who is eligible
- Registered and operating in Singapore
- Singapore-registered media company / Singapore talent (per IMDA guidelines)
- No retrospective funding: apply and get approval before production or travel
Quick eligibility check
- 1. Is your company a Singapore-registered media company?
- 2. Is your project a film, TV, or unscripted content project with Singapore talent?
- 3. Have you NOT started production (or travel) yet?
- 4. Is there an open TAP call for your project type?
- 5. Do you have a budget and financing plan?
0 of 5 answered.
What it covers
- Development
- Production and co-production
- Distribution
- Participation in international labs, pitch platforms and festivals (Overseas Development Grant)
How to apply
- Read the relevant TAP call-for-proposal brief
- Submit proposal before starting production or travel
- Sign Letter of Offer
Claims: Per IMDA Letter of Offer.
Documents you need
- Project proposal / treatment and script (as required)
- Production budget and financing plan
- Key creative team CVs
- Company ACRA profile
- Co-production or distribution agreements / letters of intent
- Event invitation or acceptance (Overseas Development Grant)
Frequently asked questions
What is the Talent Accelerator Programme?
About S$200m, three-year IMDA programme supporting development, production (incl. co-productions) and distribution of Singapore film and TV content and talent.
How much funding does TAP give?
Production and co-production co-funding plus an Overseas Development Grant; rates and caps are in IMDA's call-for-proposal guidelines (not verified here).
Who is eligible for TAP?
Applicants must be registered and operating in Singapore. Singapore-registered media company / Singapore talent (per IMDA guidelines) No retrospective funding: apply and get approval before production or travel
How do I apply for TAP?
Apply through IMDA calls for proposals. You must apply before the project starts or any payment is made.
What documents do I need for TAP?
Project proposal / treatment and script (as required); Production budget and financing plan; Key creative team CVs; Company ACRA profile; Co-production or distribution agreements / letters of intent; Event invitation or acceptance (Overseas Development Grant).
Sources
- Official page: https://www.imda.gov.sg/about-imda/research-and-statistics/support-for-industry-sectors/media/tap
- https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/insight/publications/alerts/2025/12/singapore-imda-launches-sgd-200m-tap
Information last verified on 23 Oct 2026. Grant rules change often. Always confirm with Infocomm Media Development Authority before you apply.
