AI startups

AI-first startups can receive up to $250,000 in Google Cloud credits in year one, then 20% up to another $100,000 in year two.

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Up to $250,000

in Google Cloud creditsnothing to pay

What you get

Up to $250,000creditYear 1 — 100% up to $250,000 in Google Cloud credits for AI-first startups
20% offdiscountYear 2 — 20% up to an additional $100,000 in Google Cloud credits
Nothing to payNo purchase or commitment is part of this offer.

1 condition

Google admits AI-first startups case by case and requires AI to be foundational to the product rather than an add-on, alongside the Scale-tier application requirements.vendor decides

AvailabilityOpen to direct application by any startup that meets the eligibility requirements, with no referral, invitation or membership needed.
MethodApplication form at cloud.google.com/startup/apply
Terms and accessGoogle Cloud
TermsNo separate terms page on record.
On record since4 Aug 2026

Use Google Cloud credits to build and grow your startup business with innovative products and solutions designed for your needs.

Google for Startups Cloud Program provides separate Start, Scale, and AI credit tiers with different economics and eligibility.

Up to $100,000 in credits
Google Cloud Scale tier
VC-funded startups ready to grow and scale can receive up to $100,000 in Google Cloud credits in year one, then 20% up to another $100,000 in year two.
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Up to $2,000 in credits
Google Cloud Start tier
Technology startups founded within the last 24 months that plan to seek venture funding can receive up to $2,000 in Google Cloud credits for one year.
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