Animation course fees at Reliance Animation Academy Ultadanga
| Programme | Duration | Training hours | Eligibility | Total fee (incl. GST) | Admission fee | Payment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI-Integrated Advanced Program in Animation – 2D / 3D | 12 months | 312 | Class X pass | ₹1,41,600 | ₹50,000 | Education loan option |
| AI-Integrated Advanced Program in Digital Animation and Graphics | 12 months | 312 | Class X pass | ₹1,41,600 | ₹50,000 | Education loan option |
| Master Program – Animation | 30 months | 780 + 3-month internship | Class X pass | ₹3,50,000 | ₹50,000 | Education loan option |
| B.Voc Degree in Animation and Graphics | 3 years | On request | Class XII pass | ₹4,99,000 (incl. university fees) | ₹1,00,000 | Education loan option |
All amounts are in Indian rupees (₹) and include GST. Fees are for 2026–27 admissions, last updated 17 October 2026. Confirm the current fee and the written payment schedule with a counsellor before you pay.
How much does an animation course cost in Kolkata?
Kolkata fees span a wide range. Fees listed on another animation institute's July 2026 page run from about ₹20,500 for a one-month single-software module (ZBrush) to about ₹6.3 lakh for a private-university B.Sc. in VFX, with professional career programmes in between. At our Ultadanga centre the animation routes are a 12-month AI-Integrated Advanced Program, a 30-month Master Program, or the 3-year B.Voc degree.
AI-Integrated Advanced Program or Master Program: which should you choose?
| AI-Integrated Advanced Program – Animation 2D/3D | Master Program – Animation | |
|---|---|---|
| Duration | 12 months | 30 months |
| Total fee (incl. GST) | ₹1,41,600 | ₹3,50,000 |
| Admission fee | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000 |
| Average fee per month of training | ₹11,800 | ₹11,700 |
| Training hours | 312 | 780 + 3-month internship |
| Eligibility | Class X pass | Class X pass |
| Reliance Certification | Yes | Yes |
| 100% placement support | Yes | Yes |
| Guaranteed 3-month internship with Reliance Animation Studios | -- | Yes |
| Earn While You Learn: live project on our YouTube channel with YouTube monetisation | -- | Yes |
In short: the AI-Integrated Advanced Program (12 months, 312 hours) is the faster, lower-total-cost route. The Master Program (30 months, 780 hours plus a 3-month internship) costs about the same per month of training (₹11,700 against ₹11,800) and adds the studio internship and live project,with deeper application, a specialisation track and lot more tools, masterclasses and depth which matter when building a showreel. Not sure which fits? Book a free counselling session.
What do you learn in the Master Program in Animation?
- Pre-production and storyboarding
- Classical 2D animation
- 3D modelling and UV mapping
- Character rigging and acting for animation
- Lighting, rendering and compositing
- AI tools and showreel production
The full syllabus, tools and career outcomes are on the Animation course page.
How do animation course fees compare with other Kolkata institutes?
| Institute | Programme | Duration | Published fee | Avg. per month* | Hours published | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reliance Ultadanga | AI-Integrated Advanced Program – Animation 2D/3D | 12 months | ₹1,41,600 | ₹11,800 | 312 | Our fee sheet |
| Reliance Ultadanga | Master Program – Animation | 30 months | ₹3,50,000 | ₹11,700 | 780 + 3-month internship | Our fee sheet |
| Arena Animation | Adv. Digital Graphics & Animation: Blender | ~15 months | ₹1,45,860 | ₹9,700 | 340 | Arena Animation, 7 Jul 2026 |
| Arena Animation | Adv. Digital Graphics & Animation: Maya | ~15 months | ₹1,52,126 | ₹10,100 | 350 | Arena Animation, 7 Jul 2026 |
| Arena Animation | Advanced Program in Animation with Unreal Engine | ~26 months | ₹2,66,444 | ₹10,200 | 608 | Arena Animation, 7 Jul 2026 |
| Moople | 3D Design & Animation Certification (part-time) | 18 months | ~₹1,77,000 | ₹9,800 | — | Moople, Sep 2026 |
*Total fee ÷ months of the programme; a rough comparison aid. Peer figures are as published by each institute (see sources below). “—” = not published.
Our 12-month AI-Integrated Advanced Program (₹1,41,600, 312 hours) costs slightly less in total than other animation institutes' ~15-month Blender and Maya programmes, which publish 340–350 training hours. Ask every institute, including us, for the total training hours so you can compare fairly. Our 30-month Master Program also includes a guaranteed studio internship, which we did not find listed on the other fee pages reviewed. See the complete comparison.
What is included in the animation fee?
- Reliance Certification on every programme. The B.Voc is a degree awarded through Scope Global Skill University, with Reliance certification.
- 100% placement support on the B.Voc, Master, Advanced and Motion Graphics certificate programmes. Support includes portfolio creation and review, interview preparation, studio connections.
- Guaranteed 3-month internship with Reliance Animation Studios on the B.Voc and Master programmes.
- Earn While You Learn: live project on our YouTube channel with YouTube monetisation on the B.Voc and Master programmes.
- AI-integrated programme content on all programmes
- Dedicated full-time faculty support: access to industry-experienced faculty for guidance and doubt-clearing sessions.
- Practical lab access: easy access to hands-on lab facilities for practice and resolving doubts beyond classroom sessions.
- Industry-oriented learning approach: a strong focus on practical skill development, with 70% practical and 30% concept-based learning, to help you build industry-ready skills.
How can I pay: admission fee, EMI and education loan?
The admission fee is ₹50,000 for the Advanced and Master Programs and ₹1,00,000 for the B.Voc degree. An education-loan option is available, subject to the lender's approval. Ask your counsellor for the written instalment schedule for the balance.
Sources
- Arena Animation – “Animation & VFX Course Fees in Kolkata (2026–27)”, published 7 July 2026
- Moople Institute – “What Are The Fees For An Animation Course At Moople Institute?”, updated September 2026
- Moople Institute – video editing course fees page, October 2026
- Webel Animation Academy (official site) – programmes and durations
- Amity University Kolkata (official site) – admissions and courses
- Brainware University – B.Sc. (Hons.) Animation, VFX & Gaming (official programme page)
- Sister Nivedita University – official fee structure page
- Techno India University (official site)
- Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute (SRFTI)
- West Bengal Student Credit Card Scheme
Frequently asked questions
How much is a 3D animation course in Kolkata at Reliance Animation Academy Ultadanga?
The 12-month AI-Integrated Advanced Program in Animation (2D/3D) costs ₹1,41,600 and the 30-month Master Program in Animation costs ₹3,50,000, both including GST. The 3-year B.Voc Degree in Animation and Graphics costs ₹4,99,000.
What is the difference between the Advanced and Master animation programmes?
The AI-Integrated Advanced Program lasts 12 months (312 hours) and costs ₹1,41,600. The Master Program lasts 30 months (780 hours plus a 3-month internship) and costs ₹3,50,000, which works out to about the same per month of training (₹11,700 against ₹11,800), and it adds a guaranteed 3-month internship with Reliance Animation Studios and an Earn While You Learn live project on our YouTube channel with YouTube monetisation.
Can I join an animation course after Class 10?
Yes. The Advanced and Master Programs need a Class X pass. The B.Voc degree needs a Class XII pass.
Is the animation course a degree?
Only the B.Voc Degree in Animation and Graphics, awarded through Scope Global Skill University, is a degree. The Advanced and Master Programs award the Reliance Certification.
Can I pay animation course fees in instalments?
An education-loan option is available for every programme, subject to the lender's approval. Ask for the written instalment schedule for the balance after the ₹50,000 admission fee.
How does the 12-month AI-Integrated Advanced Program fee compare with longer programmes elsewhere?
At ₹1,41,600 for 312 hours over 12 months, our AI-Integrated Advanced Program costs slightly less in total than other animation institutes' ~15-month Blender and Maya programmes (listed at ₹1,45,860 and ₹1,52,126 in July 2026, with 340–350 hours). Ask each institute for total training hours and what is excluded before comparing.
More fee pages
- VFX & film making fees
- Game design fees
- B.Voc degree fees
- Motion graphics fees
- All course fees
- Fee comparison: Kolkata institutes