Capability Development Grant

For arts practitioners and arts organisations invested in growth. Build your skills and strengthen your practice through training and mentorship with dedicated funding support.

Last updated on 26 September 2026

Applications for Capability Development Grant are open. Visit OurSG Grants website to apply. (opens in new tab)

Application cycle

Timeline

Apply by	Notified by	For projects starting on or after*
15 Apr 2026 by 11:59 PM SGT	30 Jun 2026	15 Aug 2026
14 Aug 2026 by 11:59 PM SGT	30 Oct 2026	15 Dec 2026
15 Dec 2026 by 11:59 PM SGT	26 Feb 2027	15 Apr 2027

*Note: For the CD Grant, the project start date refers to the first date of commencement of courses, training programmes etc.

Eligibility criteria

Who can apply

Individuals working in Singapore's arts and culture sector
Collectives
Arts organisations (non-profit and for-profit)
Self-employed persons (SEPs) are eligible for a higher funding rate

*Only individuals may participate in programmes. Organisations may send employees or members to participate, or organise these programmes for them.

About the Capability Development grant

The Capability Development (CD) grant supports the continuous professional development of people working in Singapore's arts and culture sector. It is open to individuals and organisations, and covers training activities or programmes lasting no more than 12 consecutive months.

What the CD grant covers

The CD grant supports two categories of training activity.

Professional training and skills development programmes, such as workshops, masterclasses, seminars, and conferences; professional programmes (e.g. certified or accredited courses such as professional diplomas); residencies; participation in competitions; and structured mentorships.
On-the-job training activities, such as work attachments, internships, traineeships, and apprenticeships.

As an individual, you may participate in any of the above. As an organisation, you may send your employees or members to participate, or organise these activities for them.

Funding varies by applicant. The table below shows the coverage percentage and annual cap for each applicant type.

Funding cap

Applicant Type	Funding Cap
Individuals	Up to 70% of a realistic budget^[1], up to $20,000 per financial year for each applicant
Individuals (Self-Employed Persons)	Up to 90% of a realistic budget^[1], up to $20,000 per financial year for each applicant
Collectives, Non-Profit and For-Profit Organisations	Up to 70% of a realistic budget^[1], up to $75,000 per financial year for each applicant
For-Profit Organisations	Up to 50% of a realistic budget^[1], up to $75,000 per financial year for each applicant

_[1]_{Qualifying costs that are directly attributable to the completion of the project. Please refer to the Budget Reference Sheet in the Budget Proposal template for examples of qualifying cost categories.}

Note: Participation in competitions should be accompanied by professional development opportunities such as masterclasses or workshops. If your organisation is planning to organise a competition, consider applying for the Presentation and Participation (General) Grant instead.

How to apply

Step 1 — Read the CD Grant Guidelines

Before you apply, read the CD Grant Guidelines [PDF, 310.25 KB] (opens in new tab) to understand the eligibility criteria, funding scope, and submission requirements.

Step 2 — Prepare your supporting materials (templates can be found on Our SG Grants Portal (OSG))

1. Proposal Details (key in directly on OSG portal)

2. Budget Template (available on OSG portal)

3. CV of Key Parties involved (key parties are key personnel listed in your proposal details)

4. Write-up and supporting materials of proposed activity or programme (if applicable)

5. Proof of Self-Employed Person^[1] status (if applicable)

*Please note that if any of the documents listed in the guidelines above are missing from your submission, your application will be considered incomplete and therefore unsuccessful. For other supporting documents, please refer to the CD Grant Guidelines [PDF, 310.25 KB] (opens in new tab)

^[1] SEP applicants would need to submit these additional three documents:

IRAS Notice of Assessment or Consolidated Statement of Income (for the most recent financial year).
CPF Contribution (Employment and Self-Employed) or Transaction History (for the last 6 months)
Self-Declaration that the applicant does not concurrently hold full-time employment

(Form available for download within the OurSG Grants Portal (OSG))

Step 3 — Check the application window

Submit your application by the dates below.

All times are in Singapore Time (SGT).

Apply by	Notified by	For projects taking place on or after*
15 Apr 2026 by 23:59 SGT	30 Jun 2026	15 Aug 2026
14 Aug 2026 by 23:59 SGT	30 Oct 2026	15 Dec 2026
15 Dec 2026 by 23:59 SGT	26 Feb 2027	15 Apr 2027

* For the CD Grant, the project start date refers to the first date of commencement of courses, training programmes etc.

Step 4 — Submit your application via the OurSG Grants Portal (OSG)

Applications must be submitted online via the OurSG Grants Portal (OSG). Late applications and submissions via other means — such as email or hardcopy — will not be accepted. If you are still waiting on information from partners or collaborators, submit by the closing date and clearly indicate what is outstanding. Send the outstanding information to NAC as soon as it is available.

Apply for the Capability Development Grant via the OurSG Grants (OSG) Portal here (opens in new tab).

Download the OURSG Grants Portal - NAC GRANT APPLICATION USER GUIDE [PDF, 2.44 MB] (opens in new tab)

Download the Guide for Corppass Admin (for organisations) [PDF, 1.37 MB] (opens in new tab)

^[1] (opens in new tab) SEP applicants would need to submit these additional three documents:

IRAS Notice of Assessment or Consolidated Statement of Income (for the most recent financial year).
CPF Contribution (Employment and Self-Employed) or Transaction History (for the last 6 months)
Self-Declaration that the applicant does not concurrently hold full-time employment

(Form available for download within the OurSG Grants Portal (OSG))

After you apply, what happens next?

Step 1 — Receive your results

Successful applicants will receive a Letter of Award via the OurSG Grants Portal (OSG) on the notification day, setting out the terms and conditions of the grant and the performance goals and deliverables agreed upon by you and NAC. The grant offer is valid for two weeks from the date the notification is sent. If you do not accept within this period, the offer will lapse. Unsuccessful applicants will also be notified within the same period.

NAC is unable to consider appeals on the basis of artistic assessment. However, appeals on grounds of processing procedures will be reviewed. All appeals must be submitted in writing to NAC within two weeks of receiving your results notification.

Step 2 — Receive your funding

Your grant will be disbursed in instalments upon completion of the key milestones and deliverables in your proposed project timeline. Funds will be credited directly to your registered bank account via PayNow.

Step 3 — Submit your closing reports

Within three months of completing your project, log on to the OurSG Grants Portal (OSG) to submit the following:

CD Self-Evaluation Report (available on OSG portal), to help you reflect on what you have accomplished.

Financial Report (for grants below $10,000) — the budget form submitted with your application, updated to reflect actual income and expenditure. Supporting documents such as receipts may also be requested.
Certified Statement of Accounts (for grants of $10,000 and above) — certified by an accountant registered with the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) or an equivalent international body. Proof of the accountant's registration (e.g. ISCA Membership ID or equivalent documentary proof) must be provided, and certification must be done on the original budget form template submitted at the point of application.

Key documents

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