Ecosystem directory
Programs & opportunities
Accelerators, grants, competitions and support programs reviewed by AzerStartup.
15 results
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| Program & purpose | Application deadline | Support & equity |
|---|---|---|
| Digital Challenge Azerbaijan 2026 → Registration closes on 30 September 2026. | Competition | Not publicly disclosedEquity: Not publicly disclosed |
| SOCAR WIN → Applications close on 12 September 2026. | On-site pilot | Up to USD 20,000 for a pilotEquity: No equity taken |
| Startup World Cup Azerbaijan Regional Competition → Submission deadline: 10 September 2026. | In-person | Not publicly disclosedEquity: Not publicly disclosed |
| ZƏKA — National AI Award 2026 → Applications close on 30 September 2026. | Competition | Not publicly disclosedEquity: Not publicly disclosed |
| Azerbaijan Game Studio Incubation Program → First incubation program for local game studios with mentorship and investment opportunities. | Not disclosedHybrid; 3 months | Cash prizes AZN 50,000 / 75,000 / 100,000 for top threeEquity: Not publicly disclosed |
| EnterpriseAzerbaijan Startup School 4 → Startup education program culminating in Demo Day at TEI Forum 2026. | Not disclosedEducation; Demo Day | Not publicly disclosedEquity: Not publicly disclosed |
| GOAL Program 2026 → IDDA and Plug and Play program supporting global market access, pitching, corporate meetings and investor exposure. | Not disclosedInternational; Silicon Valley | Not publicly disclosedEquity: Not publicly disclosed |
| INNOSTART → Program intended to build and develop startup communities in Azerbaijan's regions. | Not disclosedRegional program | Not publicly disclosedEquity: Not publicly disclosed |
| NEXUS Launchpad → For local startups entering global markets. | Not disclosedProgram | Not publicly disclosedEquity: Not publicly disclosed |
| NEXUS Soft Landing → For international startups entering the Azerbaijan market. | Not disclosedProgram | Not publicly disclosedEquity: Not publicly disclosed |
| SABAH.HUB Incubation Program → Supports founders from idea to MVP, mentorship and investment readiness. | Not disclosedProgram | Not publicly disclosedEquity: Not publicly disclosed |
| SABAH.HUB Support Program → For startups with working products and traction preparing for fundraising. | Not disclosedBi-weekly support; VC Demo Days | Not publicly disclosedEquity: Not publicly disclosed |
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