KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- MOM extends the Part-Time Re-employment Grant until 31 Dec 2027.
- Employers get S$2,500 per senior worker aged 60 and above.
- Grant supports flexible work and part-time roles for older workers.
The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) has confirmed it is extending the Part-Time Re-employment Grant (PTRG) by another two years, all the way until 31 December 2027.
Honestly speaking, this is one of the more practical moves to support Singapore’s ageing workforce.
Part-Time Re-employment Grant Singapore
| Key Detail | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Grant Name | Part-Time Re-employment Grant (PTRG) |
| Extended Until | 31 Dec 2027 |
| Payout | S$2,500 per senior worker |
| Eligible Age | 60 years and above |
| Employer Cap | Up to S$125,000 per company |
| Applications | Reopened on 18 Dec |
| Who Can Apply | SG-registered companies, charities & VWOs |
What exactly is the PTRG?
Launched in 2020, the PTRG encourages employers to keep senior workers employed — especially on part-time or flexible work arrangements.
The idea is simple.
Not every older worker wants (or needs) full-time hours.
Some prefer shorter days.
Others want flexible schedules.
This grant helps employers make that happen without overthinking costs.
How much support do employers get?
For each senior worker aged 60 and above, employers receive S$2,500.
There’s a cap of S$125,000 per employer, which is not small change.
Since 2020:
- 7,500+ employers have used the grant
- 65,000+ senior workers benefited
- Over S$92 million already paid out
Clearly, demand is still strong.
Who can apply?
Any organisation registered or incorporated in Singapore can apply.
This includes:
- Private companies
- Societies
- Charities
- Voluntary welfare organisations (VWOs)
One key condition:
The company must have at least one resident worker aged 60 or above at the point of application and claim.
How this fits into Singapore’s bigger plan
PTRG isn’t working alone.
It sits alongside other schemes such as:
- Senior Employment Credit – wage offsets of up to 7% for hiring seniors
- SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme – training support for older workers
- Career Conversion Programme by Workforce Singapore
For most Singaporeans, this means more options — not just “work or retire”.
What NTUC says
NTUC deputy secretary-general Desmond Tan welcomed the extension.
He encouraged employers to use the grant to offer flexible work arrangements, so experienced staff can stay on while adjusting their workload.
From union feedback, it’s clear:
- Some seniors want to continue full-time
- Others prefer reduced hours during re-employment
This grant gives companies room to accommodate both.
Why this matters
Singapore’s workforce is ageing.
That’s just reality.
But older workers still bring deep experience, institutional knowledge, and stability — especially valuable in today’s tight labour market.
Keeping seniors employed, on terms that suit them, is a win-win.
No need to overthink.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the Part-Time Re-employment Grant only for part-time roles?
No. While it encourages part-time work, the grant also supports flexible work arrangements and structured career planning for senior workers.
2. Can small businesses apply for PTRG?
Yes. Any SG-registered company, including SMEs, charities and VWOs, can apply as long as they employ at least one worker aged 60 and above.
3. When can employers apply for the extended grant?
Applications reopened on 18 December and will remain open until 31 December 2027, subject to funding availability.
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