Students in India can now access Google's most advanced AI tools, apps, and 2TB cloud storage for free—here's how to qualify
In a major announcement aimed at empowering young learners and creators, Google has rolled out a special offer for students in India, giving them free access to its premium Gemini AI Pro Plan for one year. The offer is designed to help students explore cutting-edge AI tools across Google Workspace and boost productivity, creativity, and research skills.
According to Google, the offer is valid for students aged 18 and above who complete the registration process by September 15, 2025.
“Eligible users can get a free one-year subscription to the Google AI Pro Plan,” the company stated in an official blog post.
As per Google’s blog, students must meet all of the following criteria to be eligible:
Must be 18 years of age or older
Must be a resident of India
Must possess a valid school or college email ID and should be able to verify student status upon request
Must have a personal Google Account
Must have a Google Payments account with a valid payment method at the time of signing up
The offer is only available to users who are not currently subscribed to Google One, or those who do not already have a higher-tier Google One plan
“This offer is only available to users who do not currently have an active Google One subscription, or those who are not already subscribed to a higher-tier plan than the one being offered.”
Under this initiative, students will gain free access for one year to a wide suite of AI-powered features across Google’s ecosystem:
Veo 3 Fast, Google’s latest AI video generation model that synchronizes audio and visuals
Google Flow, an AI-based filmmaking tool built on Veo 3 Fast
Higher usage limits in NotebookLM, Google's AI research and writing assistant
Gemini AI integration into core Google Workspace apps like Gmail, Docs, Sheets, and more
2TB cloud storage, shared across Google Drive, Gmail, and Google Photos
“Google AI Pro Plan offers access to Gemini 2.5 Pro model and Deep Research mode powered by 2.5 Pro… Google’s AI filmmaking tool built on Veo 3 Fast… Gemini AI integrated into Gmail, Docs, Sheets…”
This suite is designed to enable students to create content, conduct academic research, build videos, and collaborate more efficiently, all while enjoying expansive storage and seamless AI integration.
Students need to complete their registration by September 15, 2025. While the offer is free, Google requires participants to have:
A Google Payments account
A valid payment method added at the time of registration
A Google Account and school email ID
Once the eligibility is verified, students will gain immediate access to Gemini AI’s premium features without incurring any cost for the first year.
Google’s initiative to offer the Gemini AI Pro Plan free of cost to eligible students in India is a significant step toward democratizing access to cutting-edge artificial intelligence tools.
By providing one-year access to powerful features like Gemini 2.5 Pro, Veo 3 Fast, and Google Flow, along with 2TB of cloud storage, the tech giant aims to empower the next generation of learners, researchers, and creators. This offer not only supports academic and creative pursuits but also promotes digital literacy and innovation at the grassroots level.
With the deadline for registration set for September 15, 2025, students are encouraged to act promptly and ensure they meet all eligibility criteria. As AI becomes increasingly integrated into our daily lives, initiatives like this bridge the gap between technology and education, giving students in India a valuable opportunity to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital world—at absolutely no cost.