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Nebius for Startups

Compute credits and engineering support for AI startups on Nebius's GPU cloud, available exclusively through Nebius's approved venture-capital and accelerator partners.

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Nebius for Startups is a cloud and infrastructure perk from Nebius, offering compute credits (via VC/accelerator partners), for startups with a partner referral under 5 years old.

Value: Compute credits…
Who qualifies: Referral required
Benefit type: Credits
Terms: Verified

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What you get

Inside Nebius for Startups

Introductory credits and compute savings for AI/ML startups on Nebius's GPU cloud, plus engineering support and go-to-market opportunities through VC partnerships. Credit offerings are currently available exclusively via approved VC/accelerator partners.

Source: The provider's official program page

Eligibility

Who it's for

VC or accelerator backed $5M+ raised from an approved partner Incorporated under 5 years AI/ML startups Apply via your VC partner Global

Funding / backing: Referral required
Startup stage: Seed, Series A, Series B+
Company age: Under 5 years old
Geography: Global
Recurring / expiry: Waitlist; credits granted through the partner. Response times not guaranteed.
Other requirements: Minimum $5M+ raised from an approved VC partner and officially incorporated fewer than 5 years ago. Excludes consulting firms, resellers, cloud providers, crypto-only businesses and public companies.

How to claim

How to apply for Nebius for Startups

What to have ready

Confirmation of your accelerator / investor backing (a referral or partner code)
Your incorporation details (EIN or company registration)
Confirmation you were founded within the last 5 years

Steps to apply

1Confirm your VC or accelerator is a Nebius partner
2apply through their partner portal, or email startups@nebius.com.
3Program runs a waitlist with no guaranteed response time.

Good to know: Credit offerings are currently exclusive to Nebius venture-capital partners; not self-serve.

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Source: The provider's official program page

Value is the headline maximum Nebius advertises. What your company actually receives depends on your eligibility and how you use the program, and terms can change. Independent comparison, not affiliated with the programs listed. Confirm current terms on the provider's page.

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Questions

Nebius for Startups: common questions

What do you get with Nebius for Startups?

Nebius for Startups offers compute credits (via VC/accelerator partners).

Who qualifies for Nebius for Startups?

Nebius for Startups is for seed, Series A and Series B+ startups with a partner referral under 5 years old. Minimum $5M+ raised from an approved VC partner and officially incorporated fewer than 5 years ago. Excludes consulting firms, resellers, cloud providers, crypto-only businesses and public companies.

How do I apply for Nebius for Startups?

Confirm your VC or accelerator is a Nebius partner, then apply through their partner portal, or email startups@nebius.com. Program runs a waitlist with no guaranteed response time.

How long do I have to use Nebius for Startups, and does it expire?

Waitlist; credits granted through the partner. Response times not guaranteed.

Is Nebius for Startups available outside the US?

Nebius for Startups is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.