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Zoho for Startups

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Zoho Wallet credits that startups can spend on Zoho's business apps for 360 days. Credits come in two stages, and the second needs you to host your domain with Zoho within 15 days. Zoho states that it gives no cash, grants or investment. India is one of the countries where the programme is live, with limited access.

What you can get

See the official page

Do you repay it?

No

Type

Cloud and AI credits

Where

Open to Indian startups

Go to the official page

Current status

FAQ says the programme is live in India with limited access. The credit value did not display on the page when checked, so it is left blank.

Who can apply

  • Not a current or past paying Zoho customer.
  • An earlier Zoho One for Startups benefit rules you out.
  • A Zoho account made with your organisation's main email address.
  • Come through a partner ecosystem enabler, or hold a valid DPIIT certificate and register as self-funded.

How to apply

  1. 1If your incubator or accelerator works with Zoho, ask it for the application steps.
  2. 2If you have DPIIT recognition, create a Zoho account and register under the self-funded category.
  3. 3Unlock the second stage by hosting your domain with Zoho within 15 days.

The catch

Credits only buy Zoho's own apps and last 360 days. They will not pay for your hosting. The main page reserves the programme for partner-linked startups, while the FAQ adds a DPIIT route.

We read this on the official page on 4 November 2026. Rules and dates change, so confirm there before you apply. Founders Wing is not connected to this scheme, does not help with applications and never charges for access to it.

A grant can help. Paying customers keep you going.

Founders Wing is India’s community for people building with AI: weekly live sessions, a private group, and people who help you reach paying customers.

See Founders Wing