Imagine this. You’re sitting with your chai, thinking about your startup idea — an app, a tool, a dream powered by AI. Now imagine Google knocking on your door and saying… “Hey! We love what you’re building. Come join us, learn from the best, and take your startup to the next level — for FREE!” Sounds like a movie? Nope. It’s real. Google just opened the doors to an amazing program for Indian startups — and your name might just be on the list!
What Is It All About?
Google is now inviting applications for a special accelerator programs – made for Indian startups like yours.It is not just online course or free trial – it is intense, hands-on journeys where selected startups work closely with Google’s engineers, mentors, and leaders over several months.
You’ll get:
- Real advice.
- Real tools.
- Real people who want to see you win.
Program: Google for Startups Accelerator – AI First (India 2025)
It’s for all the AI nerds, brainy builders, and deep-tech dreamers out there. Are you working with Artificial Intelligence to solve big problems? Making tools that learn, think, and act smart? Then this is your golden ticket.
Global startup program: Small groups of 10–15 startups join each batch to work on technical challenges that help grow their business. The sessions are a mix of online and in-person learning, group activities, and focused projects.
Expert support: Startups share their biggest tech problems and get matched with Google and industry experts to help solve them.
Skill-building workshops: The program includes sessions on product design, gaining customers, and leadership skills for founders.
Google Cloud support: Eligible startups can get up to $350,000 in Google Cloud credits, technical help, training, and access to big industry events.
Extra ML support: Startups doing open-source machine learning can get 30 days of free Cloud TPU access to speed up their research.
Who can apply?
- You run a startup in India.
- You’re using AI or machine learning in a cool way.
- You’ve got something real built (not just an idea!).
- Your product can grow and help many.
- You can join a 3-month online program fully.
What’s in the goodie bag?
- 100% Free (Google won’t take equity or shares).
- Access to powerful AI tools & Google Cloud.
- Mentors from Google who really know their stuff.
- Workshops on everything from product to pitch.
- A chance to scale like never before.
Deadline: June 30, 2025Starts: September – Ends in December 2025
How To Apply?
Step 1: Visit the page for Google for Startups Accelerator: AI First Program in India. (https://startup.google.com/programs/accelerator/ai-first/india/)
Step 2: Click on the Apply Now button and you will be redirected to a Google form.
Step 3: Fill up the Google form with all necessary details and submit.
Step 4: Additionally, users can also request rectification or deletion of any personal data held by Google in connection with the Accelerator program by writing to Google at the following email address: accelerator-application-info@google.com.
Why This Matters:
India has lakhs of startups. But only a few get the rocket fuel they need.This is your fuel. Your stage. Your moment. You don’t need crores of funding to get started.You need mentors, tools, confidence — and that’s exactly what Google is offering.No fancy degree? No investor yet? No problem.If you have a solid idea, a working product, and the fire to grow — this is your chance. So don’t overthink it. Don’t wait for the “perfect” moment. Just apply, Show the world what you’re building.Because sometimes, all it takes is one YES—to change your entire journey.
