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Databricks Startup Program: Neon and Databricks credits for startups

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Credit amount (provider's words)

Self-funded track: up to $1,000 in Neon credits; venture-backed track: up to $200K in Neon and Databricks credits

As stated by Neon; not a guarantee. Neon decides who is approved.

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Neon's startup offer is now the Databricks startup program, since Neon is part of Databricks. Self-funded teams with under $1M raised get up to $1,000 in Neon credits, while VC-backed or accelerator startups can get up to $200K across Neon and Databricks, valid for 12 months.

Neon's startup offer is now branded the Databricks Startup Program, since Neon is part of Databricks. Self-funded teams get a small Neon credit, while VC-backed or accelerator startups can get up to $200K across Neon Postgres and Databricks.

What you get

  • Self-funded track: up to $1,000 in Neon credits
  • Venture-backed track: up to $200K in Neon and Databricks credits
  • Onboarding support from the Neon product team and early access to new features
  • Venture-backed: speaking and co-marketing opportunities

Eligibility

  • Self-funded: early-stage, less than $1M in funding, building a product or MVP
  • Venture-backed: at least $1M raised or in a recognised accelerator (e.g. Y Combinator), building a product or MVP

How the Databricks startup program works

Credit types and validity

  • Self-funded track: up to $1,000 in Neon credits
  • Venture-backed track: up to $200K in Neon and Databricks credits
  • Onboarding support from the Neon product team and early access to new features
  • Venture-backed: speaking and co-marketing opportunities

How the credits are applied and when they expire

Apply via 'Apply Now' on neon.com/startups (you agree to Databricks' Terms of Use). The team reviews each application and, if you qualify, applies credits to your account — existing Neon or Databricks users keep their current account. The amount depends on stage and funding. Credits are valid 12 months from acceptance; afterwards you continue on your selected plan and are billed normally.

Approval time

Typically a few business days

For founders in India

No India-specific terms published. Indian startups in a recognised accelerator or with $1M+ raised can target the venture-backed track; others fit the self-funded track.

How to apply, step by step

  1. Open neon.com/startups and click 'Apply Now' (or ask your investor)
  2. Fill out the application (you agree to Databricks' Terms of Use)
  3. Neon says it gets back within a few business days

Documents and details to keep ready

  • Not published

Tips before you apply

  • Pick the right track: under $1M raised is self-funded (up to $1,000), $1M+ or a recognised accelerator is venture-backed
  • Ask your investor — Neon says to 'apply or ask your investor'
  • Existing Neon users can apply without migrating; credits go to the current account
  • Plan for normal billing after the 12-month validity

Terms to know

  • Credit validity and use rules are in collapsed FAQs that did not load

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply to the Databricks Startup Program?

Self-funded startups with under $1M in funding in early product development, and VC-backed startups with at least $1M raised or in a recognised accelerator.

How much credit does the Databricks Startup Program give?

Up to $1,000 in Neon credits for self-funded teams and up to $200K in Neon and Databricks credits for venture-backed teams; the exact amount depends on stage and funding.

How long are Neon and Databricks startup credits valid?

12 months from the date of acceptance.

Can existing Neon users apply?

Yes. If approved, credits are added to your current account with no migration needed.

What happens when the credits run out?

Your account continues on your selected plan and you are billed normally for usage beyond the credit.

Checked against Neon's own pages on 15 October 2026. Official sources:

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