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Accelerator Roundup

The Top 8 Accelerators & Incubators in São Paulo

Discover the top 8 accelerators in São Paulo to supercharge your startup's growth.

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8 programs · Statuses checked Nov 2026
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Overview

startersss tracks 17 accelerator and incubator programs in São Paulo, Brazil: 8 still operating, and 9 that have shut down or gone offline (listed at the end). 2 are verified as accepting applications. Of those operating, 3 run in person, 3 run hybrid and 2 run remotely. The most common focus areas are Fintech (4), Renewable Energy (2) and Healthcare (2). For the rest of Brazil, see every program in Brazil.

01

Cietec

São PauloBrazilRolling admissions

An incubator that provides resources and mentorship to startups in the technology and engineering fields

About
ApplicationsRollingFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded1998
How it works
Duration1-2 yearsFormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Technology Stacks
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02

Investidores.VC

São PauloBrazilRolling admissions

Investidores.VC is a Brazilian digital platform that connects startup companies with potential investors.

About
ApplicationsRollingFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2019
How it works
FormatRemoteEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
EducationEnergyEnterprise SoftwareFintech
View program → Website ↗
03

AmazonasCap

São PauloBrazil

A startup accelerator in Brazil focused on supporting companies in the agribusiness and renewable energy sectors.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2018
How it works
Duration6 monthsFormatIn PersonEquityUp to 20% equity
Verticals
AgricultureRenewable Energy
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04

Gema Ventures

São PauloBrazil

B2B Startup Accelerator. May be shutdown now, as of 2019.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2014
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
HealthcareLife SciencesImpact InvestingInternet
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05

Gerdau - Smart & Sustainable Startups

São PauloBrazil

Apply to our two-part acceleration program and benefit from Gerdau's ecosystem of clients, suppliers, and partners.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2020
How it works
FormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Financial ServicesLogisticsRecyclingRenewable Energy
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06

Leavening Accelerator

São PauloBrazil

Leavening Accelerator is a company that specializes in developing and providing innovative solutions for the baking industry to improve the quality, efficiency, and speed of bread and pastry production

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2018
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Social ImpactEducationConsumer Goods
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07

Neo Acelera

São PauloBrazil

Neo Acelera is a technology company focused on providing software solutions for the automotive industry.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2016
How it works
Duration12 monthsFormatRemoteEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
BlockchainCryptocurrencyFintechInformation Technology
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08

Start-Up Brasil

São PauloBrazil

Start-Up Brasil is a government program that supports the growth and development of innovative startups in Brazil.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExits2Founded2012
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Finance
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No longer operating

9 programs from earlier versions of this list have since shut down or gone offline (checked Nov 2026): ACE Startups · B.Lab · Berrini Ventures · FCJ Sao Paulo - Bridge Brazil · Kyvo Design · Oxigênio Aceleradora · SMU Investimentos · Velantic Investments · WE Impact.

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