Funding and Subsidies
Whether you’re a working professional, a business owner, or a lifelong learner, Republic Polytechnic offers a range of government-supported grants and subsidies to help you upgrade your skills at a lower cost. Explore the schemes available and find the best fit for your learning journey.
Last updated 9 March 2026
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SkillsFuture Funding Grants
Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents* may receive subsidised course fees under government funding schemes. The final payable amount is determined in accordance with prevailing funding policies and may be reviewed and adjusted annually.
For Individuals
SkillsFuture Funding
Up to 70% of course fees.
Applicable to:
Singapore Citizens / Singapore Permanent Residents (Aged below 40)
Long Term Visit Pass Plus (LTVP+) Holder
SkillsFuture Mid-career Enhanced Subsidy
Up to 90% of course fees.
Applicable to:
Singapore Citizens (Aged 40 and above)
For Organisations
Enhanced Training Support for SMEs
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) can benefit from higher course fee subsidies for all certifiable courses supported by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG), including Academic CET courses offered by the Polytechnics and the Institute of Technical Education (ITE).
You may wish to view the library of eligible courses available at https://www.skillsfuture.gov.sg.
More information on Enhanced Training Support for Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) can be found here.
SkillsFuture Credits
Singaporeans aged 25 and above can use their SkillsFuture Credit (SFC) to offset course fees for eligible programmes. Visit MySkillsFuture – SkillsFuture Credit to view your available credits and eligible courses.
You may use your SFC for payment only within 60 days before the course start date (inclusive). For instance, if your course starts on 9 December 2024, SFC payment will be available from 10 October 2024 onwards.
SkillsFuture Credits Eligibility
Support | Eligibility | Credit Amount | Can be used for |
|---|---|---|---|
(Base Tier) Opening SkillsFuture Credit | Singapore Citizens aged 25 and above | $500 | All courses, unless stated otherwise. |
(Mid-Career Tier) SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) Top-Up* | Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above | $4,000 | Full Qualification Programmes (Specialist and Part-Time Diplomas / Diploma (Conversion)), |
Enhanced Training Support for Small and Medium Enterprises
The following types of training are covered under the Enhanced Training Support for Small and Medium Enterprises (SME):
All certifiable courses supported by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG)
Academic CET courses at the Polytechnics and the Institute of Technical Education (ITE)
For more information, please visit SkillsFuture Singapore - Enhanced Training Support for SME.
Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA)
This scheme allows students to use PSE Funds to pay for Tuition Fees as well as other fees. Singaporeans or students with Singaporean siblings who have a Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) may apply. PSEA is not a bank account. It is administered by the Ministry of Education (MOE) and is automatically opened for all eligible Singaporeans. You can find more information about PSEA here.
Higher Education Bursary for Part-Time Diploma Students
Government bursaries are available for Continuing Education and Training (CET) students enrolled in RP's Part-Time diploma programmes defray living expenses.
The bursary is valid for one modular semester. Eligible students only need to apply at the start of the Academic Year (AY) in April or June term and if successfully awarded, will be awarded the same bursary tier in subsequent semester within the AY (November or February exercises).
Eligibility Criteria
Singapore Citizen
Enrolled in a full qualification part-time diploma programme*
Per Capita Income (PCI) ≤ $3,000 or Gross Household Income (GHI) ≤ $12,000
Not a recipient of a full scholarship or company sponsorship
Excludes Specialist Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma and other modular courses.
*Includes students who have completed the Work-Study Programme and are doing additional modules towards a full qualification part-time diploma.
Recommended Bursaries & Quantum
Recommended Bursaries & Quantum per semester
PCI / GHI Range | Higher Education Bursary (HEB) | Quantum per Semester |
PCI ≤ $1,375 GHI ≤ $5,500 | HEB Tier 1 | $525 |
PCI $1,376 - $2,250 GHI $5,501 - $9,000 | HEB Tier 2 | $400 |
PCI $2,251 - $3,000 GHI $9,001 - $12,000 | HEB Tier 3 | $190 |
Application Period
Details of bursary application will be emailed to eligible students via STEP registered email.
Application Period
Study Term | Bursary Application period |
April (Term 2) | End-May |
June (Term 3) | End June |
October (Term 4) | End-November |
January (Term 1) | End-January |
Note
Bursary will be used to offset any outstanding fees due to RP (which may include course fees for the new semester)
Students are encouraged to apply for bursary in first semester of the Academic Year (AY) (April or June term). Successful applicants under this application period will be awarded the same bursary quantum in the second semester of the AY (October or January term respectively) if they still meet the bursary eligibility criteria.
A fresh application must be submitted at the start of each AY
Workfare Skills Support (WSS) Scheme
The Workfare Skills Support (WSS) Scheme has replaced the Workfare Training Support (WTS) Scheme from 1 July 2020. There will be no course fee subsidies for WSS.
Check your eligibility and learn how to apply for the Training Allowance.
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