GitHub offers eligible startups $10,000 in GitHub credits to use across the full GitHub Enterprise platform for up to 12 months, with no equity required. Startups must be affiliated with a GitHub for Startups partner, have outside funding (up to Series B or earlier), and be new to GitHub Enterprise.
About this offer
Explore GitHub's full agentic developer platform without upfront tooling costs. Eligible startups receive $10,000 in GitHub credits to use across the full GitHub Enterprise platform for up to 12 months.
Below is how the offer typically works and how to claim it. Exact eligibility and amounts are set by GitHub and can change, so always confirm the current terms on their official page before applying.
How to claim GitHub
Most startup programs are for early-stage companies — typically newly incorporated, below a funding or revenue threshold, and not previously enrolled in this offer. Confirm the current criteria on the GitHub page.
Use the “Claim this deal” button below to go straight to GitHub’s startup application. Some programs approve instantly; others ask a few questions about your company.
You may be asked to verify details like your website, incorporation or a partner referral (for example via an accelerator, VC or platform like Choose My Stack).
Once approved, the $10k in credits is applied to your account — credits, a discount or free months, depending on the offer.
Frequently asked questions
Eligible startups receive $10,000 in GitHub credits, applied to their GitHub Enterprise account for up to 12 months.
Credits go toward GitHub Enterprise license costs and eligible add-ons — including GitHub Copilot (licenses, premium models and agentic capabilities), GitHub Advanced Security, and other metered offerings — so teams can adopt the tools they need as they grow.
Startups must be affiliated with a GitHub for Startups partner, have received outside funding (up to Series B or earlier), and be new to GitHub Enterprise — meaning they have not been on a GitHub Enterprise plan within the past six months. They must also not have previously received GitHub credits or GitHub Enterprise licenses.
No — GitHub for Startups credits are non-dilutive. You don't give up any equity to receive them.
