Karnataka is considering subsidised GPU access for startups through its upcoming ₹35 crore AI hub at IIIT Bangalore. The proposal was raised by IT and BT Secret

Karnataka is considering subsidised GPU access for startups through its upcoming ₹35 crore AI hub at IIIT Bangalore. The proposal was raised by IT and BT Secretary N. Manjula during a meeting with women entrepreneurs, as founders highlighted the high cost of computing infrastructure for building and testing AI solutions.

While no budget, eligibility criteria or timeline has been announced, the proposed support could help early-stage startups access computing resources and develop proofs of concept. More details on the AI hub are expected at the Bengaluru Tech Summit from November 17–19, 2026.

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