IBM for Startups
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IBM for Startups is a program designed to help startups drive innovation and growth through IBM’s AI and cloud offerings. Participants can receive up to $120,000 USD in IBM Cloud credits, gain access to over 170 products and services, engage with mentors and experts, and showcase solutions to potential investors. Startups must meet eligibility criteria regarding revenue, company age, and prior IBM Cloud usage status.
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Program Tiers
IBM for Startups
Up to $120,000 IBM Cloud credits, expert mentorship, and global scale opportunities
Credit Value
$120,000
Duration
Benefits
Stellar
Premium benefits for established projects
Level 3 
Up to $120,000 IBM Cloud credits
Access to 170+ products (AI, IoT, data, dev, etc.)
Mentorship from IBM experts and global mentors
Opportunities to pitch in front of enterprises and investors
No-cost, no-equity participation
Eligibility
Earth Gravity
Moderate documentation like basic financials, pitch deck
Level 2 
Revenue below $15M in last 12 months
Privately held and under 10 years old
Not a paying IBM Cloud customer
Verifiable entity with website and dedicated email domain
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