The Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program (MAICPP) is Microsoft’s global partner framework designed to help organizations innovate, grow, and deliver customer value using the power of Microsoft Cloud and AI.
Why join?
As a partner, you gain access to:
Solution Designations
That validate your expertise and showcase your value to customers
Incentives and Co-Selling Opportunities
To expand your reach and drive new business
Skilling Resources
To build capabilities in AI, Microsoft Cloud, and modern solutions
Go-to-Market Support
To accelerate customer engagement
What’s New in FY26?
The program is evolving in FY26 with refreshed solution areas, enhanced benefits, and stronger investments in AI and cloud innovation.
1. Streamlined Commercial Solution Areas
From six areas to three core pillars:
- AI Business Solutions (Business Applications + Modern Work)
- Cloud & AI Platforms (Data & AI + Digital & App Innovation + Infrastructure)
- Security (remains dedicated)
2. Enhanced Benefits & Incentives (from Feb 2026)
Program and Financial Benefits
- Azure credits for Copilot Studio
- Additional Microsoft 365 Copilot seats
- Updated benefit packages (Launch, Success Core, Success Expanded)
Designations and Specializations
- New Solutions Partner designations: Support Services, Distributor/Indirect, Device
- New specializations: Copilot, Clinical Apps, Sovereign Cloud
3. Major Investment Shifts
Microsoft is increasing partner funding in key areas:
+50%
in AI Business Solutions (Copilot)
+70%
in Cloud & AI Platforms (Azure Accelerate)
+15%
in Security
70%
of all partner investments are directed to the SME & Channel Segment
4. New AI-Powered Partner Tools
AI-powered Go-to-Market Studio
Partner Center AI Assistant (preview)
SPARK propensity data in Partner Center
5. Better Alignment with Customer Needs
The new structure helps partners articulate business value, not just technical capabilities.
