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Partial Tax Exemption for Companies (PTE)

Administered byInland Revenue Authority of Singapore logo· Last verified 23 Oct 2026

All companies not claiming the start-up exemption get 75% exemption on the first S$10,000 and 50% on the next S$190,000 of normal chargeable income.

Support
Max exemption S$102,500 of chargeable income per YA (YA 2020 onwards).
Maximum funding
No fixed cap published
How to apply
No separate application needed
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Recent changes

No change in Budget 2025/2026.

Who is eligible

  • Any company liable to Singapore tax that is not claiming the start-up tax exemption

Quick eligibility check

  1. 1. Is your company liable to Singapore corporate income tax?
  2. 2. Is your company NOT claiming the start-up tax exemption this YA?
  3. 3. Does your company have normal chargeable income this YA?
  4. 4. Will you file your corporate tax return on time?

0 of 4 answered.

What it covers

  • Not cost-based

How to apply

  1. File Form C-S/C; exemption applied automatically

Documents you need

  • Form C-S / C-S Lite / C

Frequently asked questions

What is the Partial Tax Exemption for Companies?

All companies not claiming the start-up exemption get 75% exemption on the first S$10,000 and 50% on the next S$190,000 of normal chargeable income.

How much funding does PTE give?

Max exemption S$102,500 of chargeable income per YA (YA 2020 onwards).

Who is eligible for PTE?

Any company liable to Singapore tax that is not claiming the start-up tax exemption

Do I need to apply for PTE?

No separate application is needed. Automatic via Form C-S/C filing

What documents do I need for PTE?

Form C-S / C-S Lite / C.

Sources

Information last verified on 23 Oct 2026. Grant rules change often. Always confirm with IRAS before you apply.

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