Free membership + partner credits
Offered by NVIDIA · checked October 2026
NVIDIA Inception is a free program for AI startups: Deep Learning Institute courses, preferred pricing on NVIDIA hardware and software, partner cloud credits and introductions to its VC network.
What you get
- Free self-paced Deep Learning Institute courses and discounted instructor-led workshops
- Preferred pricing on select NVIDIA hardware and software; exclusive partner offers
- Free cloud credits from NVIDIA and partners (no amounts published)
- Exposure to NVIDIA's VC network (Inception Capital Connect, eligibility-based), events, co-marketing badges
Who qualifies
- At least one developer on staff
- Active website; officially incorporated
- Less than 10 years old
- Excludes consulting firms, crypto, cloud service providers, resellers, public companies
How to apply
- Submit the application with business and product details (no deadlines or cohorts)
- Keep your profile updated to keep benefits
Good to know: NVIDIA publishes no dollar figure for the partner cloud credits. Membership is free and takes no equity.
Sources
Read in October 2026 from NVIDIA's own pages. Programs change often; the vendor's page is the final word.
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