Google for Startups Accelerator
Closedby Google
Google's equity-free accelerator cohorts with up to $350K in Google Cloud credits, mentoring and training, run by region.
Visit ProgramEquity-free; up to $350K Google Cloud credits (North America Cloud programs), expert support; some regions add funding (South Africa up to R1m)
Up to $350,000 in Google Cloud credits (equity-free)
Equity-free
About 10 weeks (virtual) for North America; 3 months for India
Region- and theme-specific cohorts
Varies by region; North America page says applications closed
United States (global programs)
Global
10/10/2026
Summary
Google for Startups Accelerator runs equity-free regional programs offering mentoring, technical training and up to $350K in Google Cloud credits. Pages show North America applications closed; South Africa closed Aug 28, 2026; India opened Mar 31, 2026.
Terms and format
Equity-free; up to $350K Google Cloud credits (North America Cloud programs), expert support; some regions add funding (South Africa up to R1m). Duration: About 10 weeks (virtual) for North America; 3 months for India.
How applications work
Varies by region; North America page says applications closed
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Last verified: October 10, 2026
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