IndiaAI Compute Portal (Subsidised GPU Access)

Open all year IndiaAI Mission, Ministry of Electronics and IT All of India

Subsidy

Subsidised GPU hours for approved projects; subsidy set per request

Apply on the official site

What it funds: Subsidised cloud GPU compute for AI startups, researchers and MSMEs
Who can apply: DPIIT recognised startup with AI or ML experience
Revenue of ₹50 lakh or funding of ₹1 crore
Large or subsidised requests go to a monthly committee
When you can apply: Open all year
How to apply: Sign in to the IndiaAI compute portal with DigiLocker or e-Pramaan, register and submit a compute request
Best for: Early revenue, Growth stage
Sectors: AI/ML
Run by: Government of India

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