AI21 Jamba 1.5 Large — Free AI Model & API

github-models/ai21-jamba-1-5-large
chat
Context Window 256K
Max Output 0
Released Jun 7, 2026
Rate Limit See provider page
Cost $0.00 FREE
Free Period Since Jun 7, 2026
Credit Card Not required
Phone Verification Required
Status Online

Overview

Model ID
AI21-Jamba-1.5-Large
Base URL
https://models.github.ai/inference
Specifications
Context: 256K · Output: 0 · Modality: text · OpenAI Compat: Yes

Quick Start

Integrate AI21 Jamba 1.5 Large with 3 lines of code. See the config generator for Claude Code, Cursor, and more.

from openai import OpenAI

client = OpenAI(
    base_url="https://models.github.ai/inference",
    api_key="YOUR_API_KEY"
)

response = client.chat.completions.create(
    model="AI21-Jamba-1.5-Large",
    messages=[{"role": "user", "content": "Hello!"}]
)
print(response.choices[0].message.content)
import OpenAI from "openai";

const openai = new OpenAI({
  baseURL: "https://models.github.ai/inference",
  apiKey: "YOUR_API_KEY",
});

const completion = await openai.chat.completions.create({
  model: "AI21-Jamba-1.5-Large",
  messages: [{ role: "user", content: "Hello!" }],
});

console.log(completion.choices[0].message.content);
curl https://models.github.ai/inference/chat/completions \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \
  -d '{
    "model": "AI21-Jamba-1.5-Large",
    "messages": [{"role": "user", "content": "Hello!"}]
  }'

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Rate Limits & Constraints

Rate Limit See provider page
Context Window 256K
Max Output Tokens 0
Cost Free — since Jun 7, 2026
Credit Card Not required
OpenAI Compatible Yes — drop-in replacement

GitHub Models Platform Limitations

  • Low per-request token limits (8K input / 4K output)
  • Rate limits tied to GitHub Copilot subscription tier
  • Not suitable for large-context or long-generation tasks

Features & Use Cases

Best For

Chat

Modality Support

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GitHub Models Highlights

  • 45+ models including GPT-4.1 and o3
  • Free for all GitHub accounts
  • Includes Llama 4, DeepSeek-R1, Mistral
  • Base URL: models.inference.ai.azure.com

How to Get a Free GitHub Models API Key

Follow these steps to get your free API key for AI21 Jamba 1.5 Large. No credit card required — just sign up and start using the API.

  1. Sign in with GitHub account Every GitHub user gets free access.
  2. Go to github.com/marketplace/models
  3. Generate a personal access token with Models:read permission
  4. Pick a model GPT-4.1, o3, Llama 4, DeepSeek — 45+ models available.
  5. Configure OpenAI client Base URL: https://models.inference.ai.azure.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an API key for AI21 Jamba 1.5 Large?

Sign up at GitHub Models to get your API key. No credit card is required — just an email sign-up. Once you have the key, use the code snippets in the Quick Start section above.

Is AI21 Jamba 1.5 Large really free?

Yes. AI21 Jamba 1.5 Large is available on GitHub Models's free tier and has been free since Jun 7, 2026. Rate limits apply: See provider page. Always check the provider's terms for any changes to the free tier.

What are AI21 Jamba 1.5 Large's rate limits?

See provider page Context window: 256K. Max output: 0. No credit card required.

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