Nebius for Startups

Nebius for Startups helps AI companies to scale breakthrough innovations by providing exclusive cloud credits, technical training, and access to a thriving AI community.

Up to $150,000 in cloud credits

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About this credit.

The Nebius for Startups program offers AI-focused companies enterprise-grade cloud credits alongside priority access to NVIDIA H100 GPUs, managed services, and dedicated ML support. Designed for startups from bootstrapped ventures to pre-Series B funded companies, the program is structured into three tiers, AI Explorer, AI Builder, and AI Scaler, each custom to different stages and needs. Applicants benefit from a simplified, single application process with decisions within 7-10 business days and are expected to participate in co-branding initiatives such as logo exchanges and case studies.

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The essentials.

Provider

Nebius

Best deal

Up to $150,000 in cloud credits

Type

Credits

Value

$5,000-$150,000 USD

Status

Active

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Tiers & benefits.

AI Explorer

$5,000

Provides $5,000 in self-service cloud credits for pre-seed startups in the AI space without requiring partner affiliation. · 12 months

Benefits

  • $5,000 cloud credits
  • Access to AI platform
  • Self-service onboarding

Eligibility

  • Bootstrapped, Angel, or Pre-Seed stage
  • Solo founder or team of fewer than 8 employees
  • AI-first product beyond prototype
  • Founded within the last five years
  • No partner affiliation required

How to apply

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Submit Application

Complete the online application form for Nebius for Startups.

Apply Now

AI Builder

$100,000

Offers up to $100,000 in cloud credits and $6,000 in inference credits for startups affiliated with approved partners. · 12 months

Benefits

  • Up to $100,000 in cloud credits
  • Up to $6,000 in inference credits
  • Priority access to NVIDIA GPUs
  • Technical training and workshops

Eligibility

  • Pre-seed or Seed stage
  • Solo founder or team of fewer than 8 employees
  • AI-first product beyond prototype
  • Founded within the last five years
  • Affiliated with approved partners

How to apply

1
Apply Online

Fill out the application form and indicate partner affiliation.

Apply Now

AI Scaler

$150,000

Delivers up to $150,000 in cloud credits and $10,000 in inference credits for funded startups with substantial compute demands and premium partner affiliation. · 12 months

Benefits

  • Up to $150,000 in cloud credits
  • Up to $10,000 in inference credits
  • Dedicated global ML support
  • Exclusive access to premium GPU options
  • Co-branding and marketing support

Eligibility

  • Seed to pre-Series B startups
  • High compute demand
  • Founded within the last seven years
  • Premium partner affiliation required

How to apply

1
Submit Application

Complete the combined application for both cloud and inference credits.

Apply Now
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Verification Process

Provide additional information and participate in interviews if necessary.

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Community notes.

Strong AI Ecosystem

Nebius offers exclusive access to GPU resources, technical training, and community events that help startups accelerate their AI innovations.

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Frequently asked.

Who is eligible for the Nebius for Startups program?

Eligible startups include bootstrapped, angel, or early-funded companies in the AI and ML space, from pre-seed to pre-Series B stages, based on tier-specific criteria.

How does the application process work?

Startups submit a single application for both cloud and inference credits, with a verification process and a decision provided within 7-10 business days.

What are the co-marketing requirements?

Participants are expected to exchange logos and may be featured in case studies or social media, although co-marketing is optional.

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Nebius for Startups helps AI companies to scale breakthrough innovations by providing exclusive cloud credits, technical training, and access to a thriving AI community.