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Industry Alignment Fund — Industry Collaboration Projects

IAF-ICP — Standard Industry Collaboration Project (up to 36 months)

Supports Singapore public research programs with industry co-funding to advance pre-commercial technology opportunities.

Between cyclesAgency for Science, Technology and ResearchSingapore

IAF-ICP Standard supports Public Research Performers in strategic R&D collaboration projects with industry. Project duration is recommended at up to 36 months.

The project must have at least one Industry Partner committing R&D spending (cash and in-kind) to the project — the Total Research and Innovation Expenditure (TRIE). Industry partner commitment is a key assessment criterion. Companies and

Pan-domain. Eligible across HHP and MTC themes — biomedical, medical devices, digital health, advanced manufacturing, AI, robotics, semiconductors, materials, sustainability, food, agritech.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.16 weeks
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.30%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.SGD 80M

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: www.a-star.edu.sg