India
Google for Startups Accelerator: India program offers three-month, equity-free accelerator programs for Indian technology startups between Seed to Series A.
Selected startups receive expert mentorship and support around AI/ML, Cloud, UX, Android, Web, Product Strategy and Growth. In addition to Google technical project support, Accelerator programs include deep dives and workshops focused on product design, customer acquisition, and leadership.
Applications are now closed
Check out the Google for Startups Accelerator: AI First and Apps if you are interested in other programs in India.
About the program
About the program
Each accelerator features a cohort of top startups that come together to tackle specific technical challenges that can help grow their businesses through a mix of remote and in-person, 1-to-1, group learning sessions, and sprint projects.
The startups are paired with relevant Google and industry experts to solve their startup’s top challenges and are provided with insights and best practices to improve their product and business.
In addition to mentorship and technical project support, Google for Startups accelerators include deep dives and workshops focused on product design, customer acquisition, and leadership development for founders.
Key benefits
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Equity-free support
Equity-free support: For duration of program.
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Mentoring
Dedicated mentoring from Google teams.
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Training
Exclusive invitations to technical bootcamps hosted by Google where offered.
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Access to experts
Access to Google's network of industry experts.
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Google product credits
Eligible startups receive product credits.
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Early access
Access to new Google products and tools as relevant.
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Strategic support
Support on company and product strategy.
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Technical project partnership
Work hand in hand with experts from Google on your biggest tech challenges.
Entry Criteria
Entry Criteria
- Startups demonstrating traction, ideally between Seed and Series A stage
- Startups based/headquartered in India
- Building a scalable product with a significant total addressable market and defensible growth model
- Deeply technical, leveraging technologies like machine learning and AI
- Commitment from founder(s) and/or relevant people from startups to participate and engage in required program sessions
- We are committed to building accelerator classes that are diverse and inclusive, and encourage applications from qualified startups with founders of all backgrounds
Notable Alumni
Meet our mentors
The Google for Startups Accelerator program will always be special to me since it provided a real launchpad for BabyChakra when we were just starting off. Getting unfiltered access to world class mentors across UI/UX, Product, Tech, AI & early access to Google launches for an early stage venture is invaluable.
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