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Now that you\u2019ve shaken off the dust from 2025, it\u2019s time to look forward to the good tidings Singapore will bring for workers in 2026!<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n From the young to the old, almost every worker stands to benefit from employment support, which NTUC has been advocating over the years: paid traineeships for young entrants, new training allowances for mid-career workers, expanded parental leave and lower childcare fees for working parents, as well as a higher retirement age and increased CPF contributions for older workers.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Most of you can also benefit from the CDC vouchers. And let\u2019s not forget the lower-wage retail, administrative, and driver employees who are set to earn higher wages with the <\/span>Progressive Wage Model<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Below, you\u2019ll find the major new work initiatives, NTUC-championed workforce policies, and Government employment schemes coming in 2026, all designed to help boost your career.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n By now, you should be familiar with the <\/span>SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>an initiative that <\/span>offers a full-time training allowance of up to $3,000 per month for 24 months.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n What\u2019s new in 2026? There\u2019ll be a $300 monthly allowance for part-time courses. This way, you have the choice to learn new skills while you work.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Singapore jobs outlook 2026<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Training and upskilling support schemes like the SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme in 2026 are crucial if you\u2019re searching for a new job because skills will matter<\/em> in the coming year.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Just take it from the knowledgeable folks at <\/span>Robert Walters<\/span><\/a>. The leading recruitment agency says that employers are shifting to skills-based hiring and internal mobility. Workers with AI, data, cloud, and cybersecurity skills will have the strongest opportunities, while soft skills such as critical thinking, adaptability, communication, and collaboration will be essential.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Good news for fresh graduates struggling to find a job. The new <\/span>GRaduate Industry Traineeships<\/span><\/a> (GRIT) programme provides structured, paid traineeships of between three and six months across public and private sectors.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Nudge your young associates to apply for the up to 800 paid opportunities to gain industry experience and practical, employable skills ahead of full-time work. Trainees will receive monthly allowances of $1,800 to $2,400; a fair sum compared to other internships.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n More CPF for workers aged 55-65<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n From 1 January 2026, <\/span>CPF\u00a0contribution rates<\/span><\/a> will rise by 1.5 percentage points to grow your retirement savings. This increase will reach 18 per cent for those aged 55-60, and 12.5 per cent for those aged 60-65.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Higher retirement, re-employment ages<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Your wish to work longer has been granted. From 1 July 2026, you can retire at 64, one year later than the current age of 63. Furthermore, you can be re-employed until 69, which is a one-year extension of the existing 68.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Big jump in parental leave<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n If you are considering having another child, this is an ideal time to do so.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Parental leave benefits in Singapore in 2026 are at an all-time high\u2014shared parental leave jumps to 10 weeks from April 2026<\/a>, up from the current six weeks. Keep the leave for yourself or share it with your spouse. Either way, both of you will enjoy more precious moments with the baby.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n In case you\u2019re wondering about the mummy-and-daddy leave you\u2019re entitled to with this change, let us break it down for you.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\nSupport for mid-career workers: Training allowance for part-time courses<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n
Support for young workers: Paid traineeship programme<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n
Support for older workers: CPF and retirement<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n
Support for working parents: Parental leave and childcare fees<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n