A 3-day bootcamp by Google for Startups, designed for early-stage ventures leveraging AI to address challenges in various sectors with a focus on developing human-centered AI solutions.
About Google AI Academy
India is rapidly emerging as a major player in the global AI landscape. Fueled by exceptional tech talent and a dynamic startup ecosystem, the country is uniquely positioned to leverage and drive significant advancements in AI. A recent NASSCOM report highlights the remarkable growth of India’s Generative AI ecosystem, with a 3.6X increase in startups since 2023. This surge encompasses all areas, from foundational models to innovative applications and services poised to transform industries.
To support this expanding ecosystem, a partnership has been formed with MeitY Startup Hub to assist 10,000 Indian startups on their AI journey. Aligned with the IndiaAI Mission to unlock AI’s potential for India’s citizens, the Google for Startups AI Academy India program is being launched in collaboration with leading accelerators and industry players.
This initiative, backed by MeitY Startup Hub, will take place across 7 cities in India, in collaboration with Kerala Startup Mission, T-Hub & MATH, IHFC-IIT Delhi, NSRCEL IIM Bangalore, SINE IIT Bombay, IIT Madras Incubation Cell, and IIMA Ventures from November to December 2024. We are also collaborating with NASSCOM AI and People+ai to align the program’s strategic goals.
The program is structured as a 3-day bootcamp aimed at supporting early-stage startups that are using AI to tackle challenges in sectors like Healthcare, Climate, Agriculture, Education, Financial Inclusion, Cybersecurity, and Public Infrastructure. The objective is to foster the development of human-centered AI solutions.
This opportunity is open to Pre-Series A startups with a minimum viable product in any of the mentioned domains.
Program Offerings
- Cloud Credits
- Shortlisted startups will receive Google Cloud credits (if eligible).
- Capital Access
- Access to investors and VCs through to explore potential fund raising.
- Support from Google
- Access to Google network, experts and potential showcases in different forums.
- Support from Partners
- Opportunity to be considered for partner’s startup program & fund.
Program Overview
The program aims to provide support to startups leveraging or looking to leverage AI with specialized resources, mentorships, training and access to infrastructure around the Start, Build, Grow framework.
- Expert-led workshops and training: Tailored training and workshops around topics like People + AI (PAIR), Responsible AI, GenAI technologies, AI powered marketing, storytelling etc.
- 1:1 mentoring: Office hours with experts to address the specific challenges.
- Access to Google product credits: Eligible startups will receive cloud credits up to $350K to build scalable AI solutions & infrastructure.
- Support from Google and partners: Access to Google’s network and experts, potential showcases in various forums, and consideration for partner’s startup programs and funding.
- Networking opportunities: Connect with fellow entrepreneurs, mentors, industry leaders, and investors.
With the addition of Google for Startups AI Academy, Google for Startups now features a three-tiered system of enabling Indian startups:
- Startup School, which provides scaled training for early-stage startups and entrepreneurs
- AI Academy, which provides training and support for early to mid-stage startups through medium-touch engagement
- GFS Accelerator, which offers tailored support for mid to growth-stage startups through high-touch engagements.
Focus Areas
- Healthcare
- Agriculture
- Education
- Financial Inclusion
- Cybersecurity
- Climate
- Public Infrastructure
How to Apply?
Interested and eligible startups can apply here.
Location
Bangalore, Karnataka
