Google for Startups Accelerator: India
by Google for Startups
FundingSupport amount varies
Equity-free
Equity-free accelerator for AI-first startups in India, Seed to Series A.
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About Google for Startups
Google for Startups is the startup-facing arm of Google, part of Alphabet, providing equity-free accelerator programmes, mentorship, cloud credits, and community support to early-stage technology startups worldwide. It began as Google for Entrepreneurs and was later rebranded, and it runs physical campuses in London, Tel Aviv, Seoul, Madrid, Sao Paulo, and Warsaw alongside virtual accelerators across dozens of countries, India among them.
Its equity-free model makes it one of the more accessible entry points into structured startup support, giving founders substantial resources without diluting ownership and connecting them directly to Google's engineering and product expertise, which helps most for teams building on AI, cloud, Android, and the web. In India it runs several tracks: an AI First programme, a three-month equity-free accelerator for seed to Series A startups building core AI products or foundational models, with an emphasis on agentic and multimodal AI; an Apps programme for around 20 seed to Series A app-based startups over three months; and a general India accelerator for AI-first companies. All offer expert mentorship across AI, cloud, Android, web, product, design leadership, and growth, plus Google Cloud credits, access to Google AI tools, introductions to its partner network, and demo days with investor access.
Seed to Series A startups in India building AI-first products, cloud-native applications, or mobile-first solutions benefit most, especially those using Google Cloud, TensorFlow, or Android, and founders wanting mentorship and technical guidance without equity dilution find strong value here. It is online at startup.google.com.
Who they work with
Stages
MVP / Prototype Early Revenue
Sectors
AI, SaaS & Enterprise Deeptech & Robotics Fintech Biotech, Health & Pharma Edtech & Skilling
Frequently asked questions
What funding programs does Google for Startups run?
Google for Startups currently has 1 program listed in this directory, including Google for Startups Accelerator: India. Each program page covers the funding amount, eligibility and application process.
Is Google for Startups a government organisation?
Google for Startups is listed as a accelerator. It is not a government body, and its programs follow the organisation's own selection process.
How do I evaluate whether a Google for Startups program fits my startup?
Start with the stages and sectors shown on this profile, then open the program pages for eligibility conditions and document checklists. If you want a structured view, send an enquiry below and an IncorpX advisor will walk you through fit and readiness.
Do I apply to these programs through IncorpX?
No. Applications are always submitted in your own name with the respective program authority. IncorpX is independent of Google for Startups and provides assistance for application preparation, document organisation and prerequisite registrations such as incorporation, DPIIT recognition, MSME and GST.
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SaaS Tools
Free Zoho Account + Exclusive Discounts
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