Developer tools / Free access
GitHub Copilot Copilot Pro free for maintainers and teachers
Free Copilot Pro for maintainers of popular open-source repositories and verified teachers through Copilot Pro free for maintainers and teachers. Stated on docs.github.com.
How to claim this perk Follow these steps through GitHub Copilot.
Access: Direct application
1 Open Copilot settings from your GitHub profile
2 If eligible, the Copilot Pro page says so
3 Activate free Copilot Pro
Who can apply? Open source Educators
Maintainer of a popular open-source repository, or a verified teacher Eligibility re-checked monthly Available benefit Free Copilot Pro for maintainers of popular open-source repositories and verified teachers Check the provider’s current terms and application requirements.
Official source reviewed October 18, 2026
Advertised maximums depend on eligibility and approval. The provider sets the terms. An unspecified expiry does not mean an offer lasts forever.
Region: Provider-supported regions; verify
Benefit stated on docs.github.com (reviewed 2026-10-18): "As a maintainer of a popular open-source repository." Approval and terms are set by the provider.
