NVIDIA Inception

Overview

NVIDIA Inception is a free program that guides AI startups through the NVIDIA platform and ecosystem, from prototype to production. Membership has no cost: NVIDIA states the program has no application fees, membership fees, or equity requirements.

Program Credits & Benefits

• Free cloud credits from NVIDIA and partners.
• Preferred pricing on select NVIDIA hardware and software, applied as a rebate deducted from the standard supplier price.
• Developer tools: latest SDKs, model libraries, and developer platforms.
• Training and guidance: free self-paced courses, discounted expert-led workshops, personalized tool recommendations, Developer Forums access, and a monthly newsletter.
• Investor access: Inception Capital Connect (based on eligibility) and curated networking with VCs and NVIDIA executives.
• Brand and go-to-market: official badges, co-branded content, event assets, and GTM opportunities.

NVIDIA notes it does not guarantee access to specific products; preferred pricing applies only to select products and is subject to change.

Eligibility

• At least one developer and a working website.
• Officially incorporated and less than 10 years old.
• Revenue is not required, and funding stage does not bar entry.
• Excluded: consulting/outsourced development firms, crypto-related companies, cloud service providers, resellers/distributors, and public companies.
• Applicants provide an incorporation date and a pitch deck.

How to Apply

1. Submit an application with business and product details at programs.nvidia.com/phoenix/application.
2. NVIDIA reviews the application and reaches out; keep your profile updated.
3. Contact [email protected] with questions.

No application deadlines or cohorts are specified.