Centre of Excellence

Undergraduate & Postgraduate Programs

Offer specialized degrees (B.Sc., B.Voc, B.Des, M.Sc. B.Tech, M.Tech) catering to the following areas:

• 3D Animation & Visual Effects
• Game Design & Development (Level Design, Game Mechanics, etc.)
• XR Development (VR, AR, MR)
• Digital Cinematography & Virtual Production
• Concept Art & Character Design
• Technical Art (Shader Development, Rigging, Tools Programming)
• AI for Creative Industries (AI‑driven content generation, character animation, voice synthesis)
• Sound Design & Audio Engineering for AVGC‑XR
• Digital Storytelling & Scriptwriting for Interactive Media
• Comics & Graphic Novel Creation

Short‑Term Certifications, Diplomas & Workshops

Cater to specific industry needs and upskilling, covering topics like:

1. Software proficiency (Maya, Blender, Unity, Unreal Engine, Adobe Creative Suite, ZBrush, Houdini)
2. Specialized techniques (motion capture, photogrammetry, virtual reality, augmented reality)
3. Emerging technologies (Volumetric capture, AI‑driven animation, NFTs in digital art)

• School Programs : Bridge the gap between academic learning and industry demands, focusing on practical project-based training
• Faculty Training & Development : Equip educators with the latest tools, techniques, and industry trends to ensure high-quality instruction.
• Continuous Learning Programs : Offer refresher courses and advanced modules for industry professionals to stay updated.
• Vocational Training : Provide accessible training for a wider range of individuals, including those from tier 2 and 3 cities, to meet the demand for skilled manpower.

Research & Development (R&D)

• Applied Research : Focus on solving real-world challenges faced by the AVGC-XR industry, such as optimizing rendering pipelines, developing new animation techniques, or enhancing XR user experience.
• Basic Research : Explore fundamental scientific and technological advancements that can drive future innovation in AVGC-XR, including AI algorithms for creative tasks, new Visualization technologies and new human-computer interaction in XR.
• Cross-Disciplinary Research : Collaborate with other fields like computer science, engineering, psychology, and medicine etc to explore the broader applications and impacts of AVGC-XR.
• Intellectual Property (IP) Creation : Develop original Indian content, technologies, and methodologies, fostering a "Create in India" ecosystem.
• Standardization & Interoperability : Work on developing standards and protocols for AVGC-XR content creation and consumption to ensure seamless integration across platforms and devices.
• Data-driven Research : Analyze industry trends, audience behaviour, and technological advancements to guide research directions and market strategies.

Incubation & Entrepreneurship

• Start‑up Incubation Program : Provide mentorship, infrastructure, funding access, and legal/business support to early-stage AVGC-XR start-ups.
• Co‑working Spaces : Offer a collaborative environment for freelancers and small teams to work on projects.
• Pitching Sessions & Investor Connects : Facilitate opportunities for start-ups to showcase their ideas to potential investors.
• Business Development Workshops : Train entrepreneurs in marketing, intellectual property rights, funding strategies, and project management specific to the AVGC-XR sector.
• Industry Mentorship : Connect aspiring entrepreneurs with experienced professionals in the AVGC-XR industry.
• Market Research & Analysis : Provide resources and guidance for start-ups to understand market demands and identify niches.

Industry Collaboration & Ecosystem Building

• Industry Partnerships : Forge strong alliances with leading national and international AVGC-XR studios, technology companies, and content creators for curriculum development, internships, and job placements.
• Guest Lectures & Masterclasses from experts : Invite industry experts to share their knowledge and experiences with students and researchers.
• Live Project Opportunities : Facilitate student and researcher involvement in real-world industry projects.
• Hackathons & Game Jams : Organize events to foster innovation, collaboration, and rapid prototyping of AVGC-XR solutions.
• Conferences & Exhibitions : Host national and international events to showcase talent, share research, and promote networking within the AVGC-XR community.
• Talent Pool Development & Job Facilitation : Act as a central hub for connecting skilled professionals with industry job opportunities.
• Policy Advocacy : Work with government bodies to shape policies that support the growth of the AVGC-XR sector in India.
• International Collaborations : Partner with leading global institutions and companies for joint research, exchange programs, and knowledge transfer.

State‑of‑the‑Art Labs

• Motion Capture (Mocap) Studio
• Virtual Production Stage (LED walls, robotic cranes, real‑time render)
• Photogrammetry Lab
• Green Screen Studio
• Dedicated Gaming Labs
• Immersive Studios (VR/AR/MR dev & testing)
• Audio Design & Sound Engineering Suites
• High‑Performance Computing & Render Farms
• AI/Machine Learning Workstations

Creative Spaces

• Concept Art & Design Studios
• Digital Sculpting & 3D Modelling Workstations
• Storyboarding & Pre‑visualization Suites

Collaboration & Learning Spaces

• Smart Classrooms
• Auditoriums & Presentation Theatres
• Discussion Rooms & Brainstorming Areas
• Library & Resource Center (digital archives, industry literature)