Applications for the Google for Startups Gemini Startup Forum are currently open.

Program Overview

• What it is: A global, two-day in-person event held in the SF Bay Area (Sunnyvale, California) in November 2026. Created in partnership with Google DeepMind and Google Cloud, it connects founders directly with the Google engineers, product managers, and researchers building Google’s latest AI models.

• Who it’s for: Seed to Series A startup founders who are actively integrating AI into their core growth strategy.

• Key Benefits: Direct access to Google AI technical teams to scale products with Gemini, practical guidance on AI business scaling/funding, and networking with a global cohort of selected AI startup founders.

Important Timeline & Dates

• Applications Open: July 22, 2026

• Application Deadline: August 28, 2026

• Selection Process: August – September 2026

• Forum Event: November 2026 (Sunnyvale, CA)

Key Requirements & How to Apply

To apply, submit your application directly on the official portal before August 28, 2026:

1. Official Portal: Go to the Google for Startups Gemini Forum Application Page.

2. Eligibility Criteria:

   • Your startup should ideally be at the Pre-Seed/Seed stage (raised within the last 5 years) or Series A (raised within the last 12 months).

   • You are building or planning to build core product features using Google AI models (such as Gemini API, Google Cloud Vertex AI, or open models like Gemma).

Additional Startup Resources

If you are looking for immediate cloud credits and technical enablement while applying:

• Google for Startups Cloud Program: AI-first startups can apply to receive up to $350,000 USD in Google Cloud credits over two years to cover model usage (Gemini/Gemma on Vertex AI or AI Studio) alongside dedicated mentorship.