Credits for Indian startups
AWS Activate Startup Credits
By Amazon Web Services
Up to $100,000 in AWS cloud infrastructure and AI credits for early-stage startups.
Provider
Amazon Web Services
Credit type
Cloud
Credit value
Up to $100,000
Valid for
Up to 24 months after approval
Offer expires
December 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Startup stage
Pre-seed to Series A
New customers
Required
Application
Required
Availability
India, United States, Global
Status
Open
About this opportunity
AWS Activate offers self-funded startups $1,000 (Founders Tier) and provider-backed startups up to $100,000 (Portfolio Tier) in non-dilutive cloud credits, along with technical support and Amazon Bedrock AI credits.
Who this is for
Early-stage startups building scalable software or AI infrastructure on AWS.
Eligibility requirements
Company must be under 10 years old, privately held, have a functional company website, and possess a professional domain email.
How to claim
Create an AWS Builder ID, complete your Activate profile using a business domain email, select your credit tier (Founders or Portfolio), and submit.
Restrictions
Cannot exceed AWS Activate lifetime credit limit. Agency, consultancy, or crypto-mining accounts are strictly ineligible.
Terms and conditions
Final credit allotment is subject to AWS Activate team review and startup verification.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is the AWS Activate Startup Credits credit worth?
Up to $100,000
Who is eligible for AWS Activate Startup Credits?
Company must be under 10 years old, privately held, have a functional company website, and possess a professional domain email.
Is this credit only for new customers?
Yes. The listing says this credit is limited to new customers.
How do founders claim the credit?
Create an AWS Builder ID, complete your Activate profile using a business domain email, select your credit tier (Founders or Portfolio), and submit.
How long is the credit valid?
Up to 24 months after approval
How long does approval take?
2–10 business days
Where is this opportunity available?
The listing names these eligible locations: India, United States, Global.
When was this information last verified?
IndianBuilds last verified this listing on September 25, 2026 at 12:00 AM. Always confirm current terms on the official source.