DigitalOcean Hatch (DigitalOcean Startups) is a grant from DigitalOcean for startups that have raised USD 10M or less, with priority for AI-native startups. It provides 12 months of DigitalOcean core credits (amount varies, set via partner); USD 10,000 monthly spending limit; GPU credit packages by invitation only, for ai · technology · saas. Applications are currently open.
Key facts
| Amount / benefit | 12 months of DigitalOcean core credits (amount varies, set via partner); USD 10,000 monthly spending limit; GPU credit packages by invitation only (12 months of DigitalOcean core credits (amount varies, set via partner); USD 10,000 monthly spending limit; GPU credit packages by invitation only) |
|---|---|
| Provider | DigitalOcean |
| Where | Pan-India |
| Stage | Early Revenue, Early Stage, Seed |
| Sector | ai · technology · saas |
| Deadline | Applications open |
What is DigitalOcean Hatch?
DigitalOcean Hatch (DigitalOcean Startups) — 12 months of DigitalOcean core credits (amount varies, set via partner); USD 10,000 monthly spending limit; GPU credit packages by invitation only — Startups that have raised USD 10M or less, with priority for AI-native startups. Needs a company website, a matching business email and a registered DigitalOcean team account. Must not have used DigitalOcean credits before. Startups without VC or accelerator backing select 'Other'.
This is credit — repayable finance, usually on more concessional terms than a regular commercial loan. The amount and form of support that actually apply to you depend on the programme’s rules and how your application is assessed — they are not fixed for every applicant.
It is aimed at businesses in ai · technology · saas. Like most government programmes, it has its own eligibility conditions, documentation and application window, and these terms are revised from time to time. Because of that, it is worth confirming the current eligibility, amount and deadline on the official programme page before you invest time in applying.
Who is eligible for DigitalOcean Hatch?
Startups that have raised USD 10M or less, with priority for AI-native startups. Needs a company website, a matching business email and a registered DigitalOcean team account. Must not have used DigitalOcean credits before. Startups without VC or accelerator backing select 'Other'. Not for: Consultancies, agencies, web/app development shops; startups that raised over USD 10M; previous DigitalOcean credit recipients.
How much does DigitalOcean Hatch give, and in what form?
12 months of DigitalOcean core credits (amount varies, set via partner); USD 10,000 monthly spending limit; GPU credit packages by invitation only, as 12 months of DigitalOcean core credits (amount varies, set via partner); USD 10,000 monthly spending limit; GPU credit packages by invitation only.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of support is this?
This is credit — repayable finance, usually on more concessional terms than a regular commercial loan.
Who runs this programme?
DigitalOcean Hatch (DigitalOcean Startups) is offered by DigitalOcean. Eligibility and approval rest with them; the criteria and amounts are set by the programme.
Is there a deadline to apply?
Programmes like this can be rolling or time-bound. Confirm the current window on the official programme page before you apply.
How do I know if I’m eligible?
Read “Who can apply” above for the programme’s own criteria. If you’d like a quick read on your specific case, our free 2-minute eligibility check maps your stage, sector and revenue to what you can realistically claim.
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Source and verification
No official page is linked for this programme yet. Verification date pending. Government programmes change — confirm current eligibility, amounts and deadlines on the official programme page before you apply. CapEasy is a private consultancy and is not affiliated with any government authority.