China's startup scene is supported by a broad network of accelerators and incubators. These programs provide capital and support for new businesses in many different fields.

For instance, CAS Star has backed over 200 companies in deep tech, while TusStar has made more than 130 investments. MiraclePlus has also been active, funding over 110 startups.

Below is our list of the best 39 accelerators and incubators in China.

Failory's Top 10 Picks

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1. TusStar

TusStar combines innovation services and platform-building to help launch and scale new ventures. The firm directs its investments and resources toward promising startups in the EdTech and Enterprise sectors.

Year Founded1999
FoundersJinsheng Zhang
Nº of Investments132
Nº of Exits8

Functioning as Alibaba's entrepreneurship incubation platform, they back early-stage startups in sectors like technology and e-commerce. Founders receive capital and strategic resources, gaining direct access to Alibaba's vast network to grow their companies.

Year Founded—
Founders—
Nº of Investments12
Nº of Exits6

Huajin Capital is a diversified investment company managing assets across equity, physical industries, and an in-house incubator. Through this platform, they provide capital and strategic resources to help launch and scale new businesses.

Year Founded1992
Founders—
Nº of Investments40
Nº of Exits5
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Focusing on 'hard tech,' CAS Star incubates and invests in startups working on deep scientific and technological breakthroughs. They support companies in sectors from AI to new materials, providing the venture capital and guidance needed to bring their innovations to market.

Year Founded2020
FoundersHao Li, Lei Mi
Nº of Investments208
Nº of Exits2

With a history stretching back to 2005, VenturesLab incubates and invests in startups, having supported nearly 100 companies on their growth journey. Their portfolio boasts a total market capitalization of over $5 billion and includes two companies that have gone public.

Year Founded2005
FoundersMark Mai
Nº of Investments29
Nº of Exits2

Shenzhen Valley Ventures operates as a hardware venture builder, offering end-to-end engineering and manufacturing services for startups. They focus on bringing complex B2B devices to market by guiding founders through the entire process from design to mass production.

Year Founded2014
FoundersChadwick Xu
Nº of Investments7
Nº of Exits2

Lianhe Enterprise Group provides a suite of corporate services designed to help businesses manage complex financial, tax, and intellectual property challenges. They also make strategic investments with a focus on cultivating high-tech enterprises and guiding them toward significant growth.

Year Founded2015
Founders—
Nº of Investments6
Nº of Exits2

Formerly Y Combinator China, MiraclePlus invests in early-stage, technology-driven startups. They apply the proven YC model to the Chinese market, providing funding and an intensive bootcamp to help founders build great companies.

Year Founded2018
Founders—
Nº of Investments112
Nº of Exits1

Operating as an incubation, venture capital, and service management firm, Y&R Capital focuses on commercializing deep technology research. The firm provides essential capital and hands-on management services, helping early-stage companies translate complex technologies into market-ready products.

Year Founded2015
Founders—
Nº of Investments22
Nº of Exits1

Operating as the region's only state-owned capital enterprise, Beijing Financial Street Capital Operation Center manages and invests government funds in strategic sectors. The firm uses its unique position to provide significant financial backing and state support, driving economic development and fostering growth in its portfolio companies.

Year Founded2012
Founders—
Nº of Investments11
Nº of Exits1

29 Additional China Accelerators and Incubators Worth Applying To

Beyond our main selections, there's a wide range of other programs supporting founders. Together, they have invested in more than 300 startups across the country.

Many of these are newer programs finding their footing alongside more established names. Here’s a look at the other accelerators and incubators helping founders in China.

Accelerator/IncubatorYear FoundedNº InvestmentsNº Exits
Fenghui Consulting logo Fenghui Consulting2003161
Shenze Chuangy logo Shenze Chuangy201051
Haichuanghui logo Haichuanghui201521
Huadan Angel logo Huadan Angel2011181
Xi'an Jiaotong University 1896 Capital logo Xi'an Jiaotong University 1896 Capital201761
Hi-tech Investment logo Hi-tech Investment199731
Hanyun Incubator logo Hanyun Incubator—21
Trinity Innovation Fund logo Trinity Innovation Fund—81
Game Trigger logo Game Trigger20202—
She Loves Tech logo She Loves Tech20151—
Daan Incubator logo Daan Incubator20157—
Dazzling Star logo Dazzling Star20091—
Withinlink logo Withinlink2015——
Combplus logo Combplus2015——
Brinc Accelerator of Accelerators logo Brinc Accelerator of Accelerators20181—
Knight Team logo Knight Team201411—
i2A Capital - Asia incubator logo i2A Capital - Asia incubator2020——
Fosun Health Capital logo Fosun Health Capital202018—
AA Accelerator logo AA Accelerator2015——
Plug and Play China logo Plug and Play China201651—
HYPERGRYPH logo HYPERGRYPH201716—
Leaguer Venture Capital logo Leaguer Venture Capital199943—
Dongke Chuangxing logo Dongke Chuangxing—10—
Xiamen High-Tech Innovation Center logo Xiamen High-Tech Innovation Center199611—
Puzzle Ventures logo Puzzle Ventures201919—
XBOTPARK Jijin logo XBOTPARK Jijin201527—
JRR Group logo JRR Group201820—
Link Founder logo Link Founder2015——
100 million midstream logo 100 million midstream—3—