Credits for Indian startups
Google for Startups Cloud Program
By Google Cloud
Up to $200,000 in Google Cloud credits ($350,000 for AI startups) over 2 years.
Provider
Google Cloud
Credit type
Cloud
Credit value
Up to $350,000
Valid for
24 months after activation
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
Google Cloud offers up to $200,000 in infrastructure credits over 2 years, with specialized AI-first startups qualifying for up to $350,000 to cover Vertex AI, BigQuery, and compute costs.
Who this is for
Seed and Series A software and AI-first startups building on Google Cloud Platform.
Eligibility requirements
Company must be founded within the last 5 years, funded up to Series A, and have an active corporate domain email.
How to claim
Set up a Google Cloud Billing account, verify partner affiliation (if applying for high-tier/AI track), and fill out the online application.
Restrictions
AI track credits require evaluation of AI/ML workload architecture using Vertex AI.
Topics
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Google for Startups Cloud Program credit worth?
Up to $350,000
Who is eligible for Google for Startups Cloud Program?
Company must be founded within the last 5 years, funded up to Series A, and have an active corporate 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?
Set up a Google Cloud Billing account, verify partner affiliation (if applying for high-tier/AI track), and fill out the online application.
How long is the credit valid?
24 months after activation
How long does approval take?
3–10 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.