AMD is giving away free cloud computing to Indian startups
AMD just announced a big boost for Indian researchers and startups: 100,000 hours of free access to its Developer Cloud over the next year.
This means Indian researchers, startups, and developers working on AI or high-performance computing can use AMD's powerful Instinct MI300X GPUs—without spending a rupee.
How to get access
You can apply for access through a dedicated Discord channel. No upfront costs—just direct access to serious computing power.
AMD hopes this move will make advanced tech more accessible and help India's AI and startup scene grow even faster.
AMD's training initiative for STEM grads
On top of that, AMD is kicking off a three-year program to train 100,000 Indian STEM graduates in AI and GPU programming using their open-source ROCm tools.
The focus? Real hands-on experience so grads can build smarter AI models and handle heavy-duty computing projects.
Building a robust ecosystem
By combining free cloud resources with practical training, AMD isn't just handing out hardware—they're helping build India's next generation of skilled AI developers.
It's all about making sure young talent is ready for the global demand in scalable AI tech.