Is OpenAI credits available as part of startup benefits?

Selva saravana kumar 80 Reputation points
2025-05-14T04:29:40.6166667+00:00

So I wonder do we have OpenAI credits available as part of startup benefits? I read somewhere that $2500 credits can be availed.

I raised a support ticket as well - 2505140040002273

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  1. Rakesh Gurram 15,715 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
    2025-05-14T08:03:55.6366667+00:00

    Hi Selva saravana kumar,

    We’d like to inform you that OpenAI benefits are no longer available through the Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub program. This change is part of a broader update to Microsoft’s partner benefit offerings, which are periodically reviewed and adjusted to ensure they continue to deliver the most value to participating startups.

    While the direct OpenAI benefits have been discontinued under the Founders Hub, startups can still access and utilize Azure OpenAI services using their Azure Sponsorship credits. Microsoft remains committed to supporting startups and continuously evaluates its offerings to better align with evolving needs.

    If the information is helpful, please Accept Answer & Upvote so that it would be helpful to other community members.


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  1. Abiola Akinbade 29,490 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2025-05-14T05:48:47.2+00:00

    Hello Selva saravana kumar,

    Thanks for your question

    Did some research and to my knowledge, This is no longer offered. See thread here where it was confirmed by some other users:

    https://community.openai.com/t/how-to-get-2500-in-openai-credits/881589/7

    However, you still have the option to access OpenAI models via Azure OpenAI studio using your Azure credits.

    You can mark it 'Accept Answer' and 'Upvote' if this helped you

    Regards,

    Abiola

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