Google AI Pro Plan Free for Students—Here's How to Get It

Google has launched a limited-time initiative offering complimentary access to its premium Google AI Pro plan for Indian college students aged 18 and older. The initiative, which would typically cost Rs 19,500 annually, is available at no charge until September 15, 2025.

Under this plan, students will gain unlimited access to Gemini 2.5 Pro for academic assistance, including study preparation, writing help, and homework support. Additional tools include Veo 3 Fast for generating videos using text or images, Gemini Live for live discussions and practice sessions, and Deep Research for comprehensive report writing. Audio Overviews can transform study notes into podcasts, allowing students to review lessons on the go.

The offer also brings enhancements to Google’s productivity suite. AI-powered features will be accessible across Gmail, Docs, Sheets, and Slides. NotebookLM, a knowledge management tool, will include increased capacity—supporting more notebooks and larger source material limits.

Eligible users must verify their student status through SheerID on the Google One platform. During the verification, students must add a payment method, though no fee will be charged throughout the 12-month free access. Google recommends using personal Gmail accounts rather than institutional email IDs to activate the offer.

A Google-Kantar study backing the rollout reveals that 95 per cent of Indian students using Gemini reported improved confidence in academic and daily activities. The same survey indicates that three out of four Indians are actively seeking AI support tools for personal development and productivity.

Besides AI tools, the subscription also provides 2 TB of cloud storage across Google Drive, Gmail, and Photos. As the subscription nears its end, students will receive notifications with options to cancel or transition to a paid plan.