NIMP 2030 Strategic Co-Investment Fund (NIMP CoSIF)

The NIMP Strategic Co-Investment Fund (NIMP CoSIF) is a government-backed initiative under the New Industrial Master Plan 2030 (NIMP 2030). It supports Malaysian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and mid-tier companies (MTCs) by co-investing alongside private investors through approved Equity Crowdfunding (ECF) and Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Financing platforms.

The fund is a collaboration between the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) and the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC), with Leet Capital as one of the participating financing platforms.

Businesses apply for financing via an approved ECF or P2P platform. After securing private investor funding, NIMP CoSIF will co-invest based on your sector’s pre-determined ratio — helping to reduce investment risks and boost fundraising success.

To be eligible, your business must:

• Be a Malaysian SME or MTC.
• Have shareholders’ funds of RM2.5 million and above or employ at least 75 full-time employees (with a valid Manufacturing Licence), OR
• For smaller companies, possess a Manufacturing Licence Exemption Letter under the Industrial Coordination Act (ICA 10).
• Fulfill platform-specific evaluation criteria (such as those set by Leet Capital).

Eligible projects must align with one or more of the NIMP 2030 strategic missions:

• Advance Economic Complexity
• Tech Up for a Digitally Vibrant Nation
• Push for Net Zero
• Safeguard Economic Security and Inclusivity

Mission-Based Projects (MBPs) identified under NIMP 2030, such as Electric Vehicle manufacturing, Renewable Energy deployment, and Smart Factory transformation, are also eligible.

NIMP CoSIF prioritizes three main categories:

• Priority Sectors: Aerospace, Chemicals, Electrical & Electronics, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices (1:1 co-investment ratio).
• Other Sectors: ICT, Automotive, Food Processing, Halal, Manufacturing-related Services, etc. 1:1 co-investment ratio (enhanced from 1:2, until 31 December 2027)
• New Growth Sectors: Advanced Materials, Electric Vehicles (EVs), Renewable Energy, Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS) (1:1 co-investment ratio).

Read more about the sectors in detail, visit nimp2030.gov.my.

Co-investment ratios and caps vary by scheme:

• Priority Sectors: 1:1 co-investment ratio, up to RM20 million per campaign.
• New Growth Sectors: 1:1 co-investment ratio, up to RM20 million per campaign.
• Other Sectors: 1:1 co-investment ratio (enhanced from 1:2, effective 20 July 2026 until 31 December 2027), up to RM10 million per campaign.
• Smart Manufacturing Scheme: 2:1 co-investment ratio, up to RM20 million per campaign.
• Semiconductor Scheme: 2:1 co-investment ratio, up to RM20 million per campaign.
• JS-SEZ NIMP CoSIF Scheme: 1:1 co-investment ratio, up to RM20 million (Priority/New Growth sectors) or RM10 million (Other Sectors) per campaign.
• MyABE NIMP CoSIF Scheme: 1:1 co-investment ratio, up to RM20 million per campaign, across any NIMP sector.

The total co-investment in any company, or group of related companies, cannot exceed 10% of total NIMP CoSIF funds.

The Smart Manufacturing Scheme offers a 2:1 government-to-private co-investment ratio, up to RM20 million per campaign, for Malaysian manufacturing companies. A SIRIM Smart Manufacturing Badge is not required to qualify.

The Semiconductor Scheme offers a 2:1 government-to-private co-investment ratio, up to RM20 million per campaign, for companies operating within the semiconductor supply chain — including IC design, wafer fabrication, OSAT (outsourced assembly and test), and advanced packaging.

Yes. The JS-SEZ NIMP CoSIF Scheme offers a 1:1 co-investment ratio, up to RM20 million (Priority/New Growth sectors) or RM10 million (Other Sectors), for SMEs and MTCs operating within the JS-SEZ.

Yes. The MyABE NIMP CoSIF Scheme offers a 1:1 co-investment ratio, up to RM20 million per campaign across any NIMP sector, for SMEs and MTCs conferred Malaysian ASEAN Business Entity (MyABE) status.

Yes. A company or a group of related companies can only receive a maximum of 10% of the total NIMP CoSIF fund allocation.

You must apply through approved platforms. Leet Capital is one of the key participating platforms for CoSIF applications. Apply Now >

To apply for CoSIF funding, you must first submit a funding campaign through an approved platform such as Leet Capital. Apply Here >

Once your campaign is live, you will need to secure commitments from private investors. If your campaign meets the eligibility criteria and funding targets, NIMP CoSIF will automatically co-invest based on your sector’s designated co-investment ratio.

When applying, you will need to prepare the following documents:

• A valid Manufacturing Licence or an ML Exemption Letter (under ICA 10).
• Financial documents demonstrating your company’s shareholders’ fund or employee strength.
• Campaign approval confirmation from Leet Capital.

The timeline depends on:

• How quickly you complete your application.
• How fast you secure private investor commitments.

Typically, ECF campaigns are completed within 2 to 6 months after launch, depending on investor interest.

No, repayment is not required for CoSIF co-investments structured as equity financing. In this case, investors will receive equity ownership in your company, and specific ownership percentages will be disclosed during your fundraising campaign.

Startups may apply if they meet the sector and company eligibility criteria and have a manufacturing focus aligned with NIMP 2030 strategic missions. Non-manufacturing-focused startups are not eligible.

Yes, you may still apply for CoSIF, subject to the programme’s eligibility criteria. Each application will be assessed individually based on factors such as your company’s current business stage, funding needs, and compliance with CoSIF requirements. Prior receipt of MyCIF does not automatically disqualify you, but it will be considered during the evaluation process.

Yes. While MITI documents may refer to MSC Malaysia MDEC’s Malaysia Digital (MD) Status, for CoSIF eligibility, companies must possess either a valid Manufacturing Licence (ML) or an Exemption Letter (EL). MD Status alone is not sufficient for qualification under CoSIF.

No. The private matching portion must be raised from at least three (3) private investors. A single investor, regardless of the amount committed, does not meet the diversification requirement set by CoSIF.

Direct investments to the company are not permitted under the programme’s structure. CoSIF matching funds must be disbursed through an approved NIMP CoSIF operator — Leet Capital, via its ECF campaign.

You can learn more by visiting the official SC CoSIF page or downloading the full Eligibility Criteria document.

Submit your application & schedule an appointment with Leet Capital to learn more.