Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP) Funding

Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP) Funding

UTAP helps NTUC members offset the cost of skills upgrading, so staying relevant doesn't have to break the bank.

What is UTAP?

The Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP) reimburses 50% of out-of-pocket course fees for NTUC members who upgrade their skills through approved training.

From 1 May 2026 to 30 April 2028, UTAP now also covers AI tool subscriptions (e.g. ChatGPT, Copilot). After completing a UTAP-approved AI course, subscribe to an eligible AI tool within one year and claim up to 50% of subscription costs, shared within your annual UTAP cap.

How it works - a worked example (Member, age 45 · $500 reimbursement cap)

Who can Apply?

All NTUC members can apply, provided the following conditions are met.

📚 Course & Assessment Claims

• You must be a paid-up NTUC member before the course starts, throughout the course, and at the point of claim.
• The course must be UTAP-approved and you must commence within the supported period.
• You must attend at least 75% of classes and sit all prescribed examinations.
• The course must not be fully funded by your employer or other grants.
• You must submit your claim within 6 months of course completion. Late claims are rejected.

🤖 AI Tool Subscription Claims

• You must have completed at least one UTAP-approved AI course (certificate or 75% attendance proof required).
• Subscribe to an eligible AI tool within one year of completing the AI course, with the subscription start date between 1 May 2026 and 30 April 2028.
• The AI tool subscription must be for your own personal use only, not shared or used by others.
• The subscription must not be fully funded by your employer or other grants.
• Submit your claim within 6 months from the subscription start date.

How to Apply?

3 simple steps. Claims are submitted online via Singpass. Here's how to get started.

1. Find an approved course or AI tool.
Search for UTAP-supported courses and eligible AI tools at the UTAP course finder → or refer to the SQC's UTAP-Approved Course List below. Check the course start date falls within the approved UTAP period.

2. Register, attend & complete.
Sign up directly with Service Quality Centre Pte Ltd (not through UTAP). Attend at least 75% of sessions and complete any exams. For AI tools, subscribe within one year of finishing your AI course.

3. Submit your claim online.
Log in with Singpass at utap.ntuc.org.sg → and submit within 6 months of course completion (or AI tool subscription start). Upload your proof of payment and completion. Reimbursement arrives within 4 weeks.

For more information, please contact us at +65 6376 0777 or email [email protected].