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Google for Startups Accelerator: Brazil.

Empowering high-potential Brazilian startups to scale through equity-free mentorship, advanced AI training, and Google Cloud technology.

Organizer: Google for Startups
Deadline: March 1, 2026
Categories: Accelerator, Training & Learning
Country: Brazil

The Google for Startups Accelerator: Brazil is a ten-week hybrid program built to help AI-driven startups in Brazil solve critical technical challenges and scale. Focused on Seed to Series A companies that are already generating revenue, the program connects founders with Google experts, products, and best practices across AI/ML and Cloud. Equity-free.


Program Core Structure

  • Duration: 10 weeks; hybrid format (remote + in-person).
  • Mix of online workshops, practical labs, 1:1 mentorships with Googlers, plus in-person leadership and networking sessions.
  • Deep technical support centered on Data & Analytics, AI, and ML using Google Cloud.

Key Benefits for Founders

  • Dedicated mentoring from Google teams and access to Google’s industry expert network.
  • Strategic support on company and product roadmap.
  • Early access to select Google AI products/tools via EAP/Trusted Tester (where relevant).
  • Eligible startups may receive Google product credits and apply for Google Cloud credits.
  • Eligibility for free Cloud TPU access to accelerate open-source ML research.
  • Equity-free participation for the duration of the program.

Eligibility and Requirements

  • Headquartered in Brazil; demonstrating traction and revenue-generating.
  • Stage: Seed to Series A (up to Series A funded).
  • Strong technical focus using ML and/or AI in products, services, or operations.
  • Minimum team size: at least five employees in addition to the founder.
  • Commitment from the CTO and/or technical leads to participate in all required sessions; founders (CEO/CTO) must be available for program activities.

Application Details

  • Apply by: 01 March 2026 (applications open 12 January 2026).
  • Program timeline: Kick-off in May 2026; Graduation and Demo Day in July 2026.
  • No direct investment or financial support is provided. Application reviews include screens, interviews, and a selection committee decision. Apply via the official program page.

This accelerator is a high-leverage path for Brazilian founders building with AI to refine their technical roadmap, unlock expert guidance, and scale with Google’s tooling and mentorship—without giving up equity.