Startup Subsidies for Solo Founders: 2026 Policy Roundup

Short answer: four subsidy categories matter to one-person companies: venue, technology, employment, and content.

Venue

Most incubator parks offer 6–12 months of free or capped rent for newly registered companies; approval is faster with a working product demo.

Technology

AI compute vouchers (¥5k–¥50k) are rolling out in Hangzhou, Shenzhen, and Chengdu — apply through the district science & technology bureau.

Employment & social insurance

Solo founders paying their own social insurance can claim founder rebates in many cities; keep payment records.

FAQ

Do I need a registered company? For most park subsidies, yes — getihu status qualifies in fewer programs.