Google’s AI Day for Startups lands in Mumbai today, Saturday, August 22, 2026. Expect multi‑session workshops, a build‑with‑AI hack block, and high‑signal networking. Registration is closed, but the day matters for leads, credits, and VC access. Here’s the agenda, venue specifics, and smart ways to convert conversations.
The Mumbai stop runs 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Riidl Incubator, Somaiya Vidyavihar University. Arrive early for check‑in, carry ID, and keep demos handy. The campus sits at Vidyavihar East, Mumbai 400077, with straightforward suburban rail access for students and founders. Save pin details and coordinate arrivals.

Expect a brisk start with registration and breakfast, then a short welcome and opening keynote. A panel on architecting autonomy, sovereignty, and physical intelligence follows, before a deep dive into Google’s AI stack. Post‑lunch, a hands‑on build block runs 1:00–4:00 PM, closing with high tea and networking. Prioritise one build goal.
Missed a seat? You can still unlock credits through the Google for Startups Cloud Program. Eligible startups receive up to $200,000 in coverage over two years, with AI‑first teams eligible for tiers up to $350,000. Review criteria, prepare documents, and apply this week for faster checks.
Use the networking windows to meet Googlers, founders, and venture partners. Lead with a crisp one‑liner, quantified traction, and a 90‑second demo. Ask for architecture reviews and defined follow‑ups. Google’s Immersion with Antler India shows what investors probe: defensibility, business math, and readiness to scale.
For jobseekers, share a portfolio link, GitHub, and a two‑slide skills reel on QR. Introduce yourself to riidl’s incubator staff and founders; cohort referrals often unlock internships and roles. Track Google for Startups and riidl channels for post‑event job callouts and partner rosters opening this week.