Animation is the process of designing, drawing, making layouts, and preparation of photographic sequences which are integrated into multimedia and gaming products. Animation involves the exploitation and management of still images to generate the illusion of movement. A person who creates animations is called an animator. He/she uses various computer technologies to capture the still images and then animate these in the desired sequence.
Multimedia is the term used to represent a combination of visual and audio materials gathered from various resources and then added into one single combination. A multimedia product can be sets of texts, graphic arts, sounds, animations, and videos. Precisely, the term multimedia is used to refer to visual and audio materials in a single common presentation that can be played on a computer including CD ROM or digital video, internet or web technology, streaming audio or video, data projection system, etc.
The modern entertainment industry i.e. film and television has gained new heights because of advances in animation, graphics, and multimedia. Television advertisements, cartoon serials, presentations, and model designs – all use animation and multimedia techniques.
Certificate courses are short term animation courses available in Delhi. They are usually 3 to 8 months long and help interested candidates, in learning the basics of animation. Following is a list of Certificate Animation courses in Delhi:
Certificate in 3D Max | YMCA, NIELIT | INR 32,450 |
Certificate in 2D Animation using Flash | NIELIT Delhi | INR 7,300 |
Certificate in 3Ds Max and Maya | TGC Animation and Multimedia | INR 57,500 |
Certificate in Animation Film Making | Picasso Animation College (PAC) | – |
ADVFX Advance Program | MAAC | – |
A diploma in animation is a 1-year short term course, that helps the candidates to learn about Animation in a short while. Unlike full-time graduation, it is feasible and beneficial for students who wish to build an international career in the field of animation. The course will allow you to develop an advanced knowledge of animation on topics such as visual effects, video editing, etc.
Diploma in Digital Video and Broadcast Animation | YMCA | INR 95,990 |
UG Program in Animation and VFX | Pearl Academy | INR 4 LPA |
UG Program in Graphics and Communication Design | Pearl Academy | INR 20.83 LPA |
Professional Program in 3D Animation | Zee Institute of Creative Art (ZICA) | INR 2.4 LPA |
Professional Program In 2D Animation | Zee Institute of Creative Art (ZICA) | INR 2 LPA |
Advance Diploma in Animation | International School of Design | INR 81,000 |
Professional Development Program in 3D Animation & Visual Effects | Zee Institute of Creative Art (ZICA) | INR 2.3 LPA |
There are various institutes in Delhi providing PG Diploma in Animation. A PG Diploma course can only be pursued by students after one has completed his or her graduation or a diploma course. PG Diploma courses are usually 2 years long and the average fee can be INR 1 – 5 LPA.
Admission to the PG Diploma course is done on the basis of an entrance examination conducted by the institute. Some institutes like the AAFT also have a personal interview round to grant admission to the candidates.
PG Program in Graphics and Communication Design | Pearl Academy | INR 5.23 LPA |
PG diploma in 3D Animation | Asian Academy of Film And Television | INR 20,000 |
PG diploma in Multimedia | Asian Academy of Film And Television | INR 20,000 |
Candidates who wish to learn everything about animation in a proper and structured manner, can opt for the undergraduate courses in animation. Candidates can pursue animation courses in Delhi after completing their 10+2 exams and fulfilling the minimum eligibility criteria set by the colleges/institutes.
Given below are some undergraduate courses and colleges offering animation courses in Delhi.
B.A. (Hons.) in Communication Design | IIAD | INR 4-5 LPA |
B.Des. in Multimedia |
| INR 1- 3 LPA |
B.Sc. in Animation and Multimedia |
| INR 1-2 LPA |
IIAD | INR 4 LPA |
Lovely Professional University | INR 3 LPA |
MAAC | INR 1 LPA |
Apeejay Institute of Design (AID) | INR 3 LPA |
TGC Animation and Multimedia | – |
Asian Academy of Film And Television | INR 1 LPA |
Masters programs are pursued by students in order to specialize and enhance their skills in animation. There are various specialized and general courses available at the PG level.
The table given below shows some of the top PG courses in India for aspirants to pursue:
M.A. in Animation | Jamia Millia | INR 1.61 L | Animation |
M.Des. in Multimedia | Lovely Professional University | INR 3 LPA | Animation |
M.Sc. in Animation | TGC Animation and Multimedia Asian Academy of Film And Television | INR 2.19 L | Animation |
19 | Jamia Millia | UCEED |
83 | Lovely Professional University | LPUNEST/UCEED |
– | TGC Animation and Multimedia | Direct |
– | Apeejay Institute of Design (AID) | UCEED |
– | Asian Academy of Film And Television | AAFT GEE |
Animator | Animators are responsible to collaborate with teams and understand the demands of their clients. They develop and design unique concepts, videos, presentations, films, and more with the help of different audio and visual software and give life to still objects. | INR 1 – 5 LPA |
Art Director | Art directors are responsible to oversee designs and concepts of animations and also visualize ideas for productions. They coordinate with the creative team in order to build a strategic plan. | INR 1 – 3 LPA |
Production Artist | They are responsible for corporate with creative teams to execute quality video animations and attend client meetings; also they manage overall production and budgets assigned. | INR 1.5 – 4 LPA |