HSR Layout's premier institute for 3D Animation, VFX, and Game Design. Master production-ready skills with a Gen-AI integrated curriculum and real industry professionals.
Your academic dedication qualifies you for the official भारत Creator Scholarship by MAAC. Convert your 10th or 12th Marksheet into direct tuition fee relief on premier 3D Animation, VFX, and Game Design career tracks at MAAC HSR Layout.
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Tata Elxsi
TVF (The Viral Fever)
Unacademy
Cimpress
PhysicsWallah
Tata Elxsi
TVF (The Viral Fever)
Unacademy
Cimpress
PhysicsWallah
Meet the talent trained at MAAC working behind the scenes on global blockbusters and games.
Project associations shown here are based on verified-source review.
MAAC Alumni worked on the Blockbuster Film Dhurandhar.
MAAC Alumni Directed the Blockbuster Animated Movie Mahavatar Narsimha.
MAAC Alumni worked on the Bollywood Action Film Sooryavanshi.
Founder & Managing Director, philmCGI
MAAC Alumni (2002)
Co-founded philmCGI, a leading VFX studio behind major work on Dhurandhar. Featured speaker at MAAC industry events.
Co-Founder & Managing Director, philmCGI
MAAC Alumni (2002)
Co-founded philmCGI with Arpan Gaglani. Speaker at MAAC Manifest 2026. philmCGI delivered VFX for Dhurandhar - The Revenge.
Gen AI Tools Taught in Every Flagship Course
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India's AVGC industry projected value by 2027
SOURCE: EY REPORT / MIBJobs across the AVGC + Creator Economy
ANIMATION · VFX · GAMING · CONTENTIndependent creators in India's creator workforce
FASTEST GROWING CAREER SEGMENTCAGR of India's AVGC & Digital Media sector
COMPOUNDED ANNUAL GROWTH RATE
"The mentors here are actual industry professionals. I got placed at Tata Elxsi within 2 months of completing my AD3D EDGE Plus course. Best decision of my life."
"I joined MAAC HSR for VFX. The management is transparent and they really focus on practical skills. The 100% placement assistance is genuine. Strongly recommend it."
"I came in knowing nothing about VFX. The step-by-step curriculum and the live project exposure gave me confidence I never expected. Got 3 interview calls before I even graduated."
"The game design course is insane. You actually build a complete game before you graduate. The Unreal Engine training alone is worth the fees - no other institute in Bangalore comes close."
"The AVGC sector is finally booming in India and a lot of credit goes to MAAC."
"MAAC produces students who are genuinely studio-ready from day one."
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CareerX and CreatorX are industry-led learning pathways introduced to equip students with future-ready skills in creative and digital media - animation, VFX, gaming, and digital content.
MAAC's ecosystem prepares you to excel in studios and thrive as an
independent creator.
Become a studio-ready artist and an
independent creative force.
International Program in Visual Arts, Design & XR. A comprehensive 3-year pathway blending 3D, VFX, Digital Design, and Immersive Tech (AR/VR) for ultimate career versatility.
Goal: Transmedia Creator / XR Specialist Explore Course & Syllabus →Advanced 3D Animation covering pre-production to post-production. Master Autodesk Maya, 3ds Max, and Unreal Engine.
Goal: 3D Animator / Generalist Explore Course & Syllabus →High-end VFX covering node-based compositing, match-moving, and particle systems with SideFX Houdini and Nuke.
Goal: Senior VFX Artist Explore Course & Syllabus →Advanced Interactive Design & Games. Master Metaverse architecture and AR/VR development for PC, Console, and Mobile gaming.
Goal: XR Developer / Game Designer Explore Course & Syllabus →Advanced Program in Digital Media & Design. Master responsive web design, 2D animation, and interactive media creation.
Goal: UI/UX & Web Designer Explore Course & Syllabus →
User research, wireframing, and prototyping. Design intuitive digital experiences using Figma and Adobe XD.
Goal: UX Researcher / UI Designer Explore Course & Syllabus →Master storytelling through film editing, color grading, and dynamic compositing techniques.
Goal: Video Editor / Compositor Explore Course & Syllabus →Stunning motion graphics, title sequences, and promotional content for television and digital media.
Goal: Motion Graphics Artist Explore Course & Syllabus →Career Courses · Short-Term · Advanced Programs
18 programs from 30-hour short courses to 3-year comprehensive programs - everything you need to turn your passion into a profession.
CareerX + CreatorX dual pathway. Brand new flagship track integrating Maya, Unreal Engine 5, and Generative AI.
Explore Course →Complete 3D production pipeline: Modeling, Rigging, Character Animation, and Arnold Rendering in Maya.
Explore Course →Hands-on 3D animation filmmaking pipeline in Autodesk Maya and Blender from pre- to post-production.
Explore Course →Digital storyboarding, 2D animation, character design, and visual storytelling for films and OTT.
Explore Course →CareerX + CreatorX dual pathway. High-end visual effects and CGI dynamics with Houdini, Nuke, and Maya.
Explore Course →Mid-level VFX production track covering roto, keying, camera tracking, and compositing with After Effects & Nuke.
Explore Course →Node-based compositing, Mocha Pro planar tracking, Silhouette rotoscopy, and 3D multi-pass OpenEXR integration.
Explore Course →Directing, cinematography, camera handling, studio lighting, sound design, and DaVinci Resolve grading.
Explore Course →CareerX + CreatorX dual pathway. Full 3D game art pipeline: modeling, Substance texturing, and Unreal Engine 5.
Explore Course →AR, VR, Metaverse, and Unreal Engine interactive application development for immersive platforms.
Explore Course →Comprehensive multimedia design: Graphic Design, Figma UI/UX, Web Design, and Generative AI branding.
Explore Course →User research, wireframing, mobile app design, micro-interactions, and AI design tools in Figma.
Explore Course →Commercial branding, vector illustration, typography, and advertising design in Photoshop & Illustrator.
Explore Course →Non-linear video editing in Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve color grading, and After Effects motion graphics.
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Master Midjourney, Runway Gen-3, ElevenLabs, and ChatGPT for visual storytelling and content creation.
Explore Course →Open-source 3D modeling, digital sculpting, geometry nodes, and Cycles rendering in Blender.
Explore Course →Advanced character modeling, custom rigging, facial morph targets, and cinematic lighting in Maya.
Explore Course →3D architectural visualization, interior rendering, Lumion walkthroughs, and VR client presentations.
Explore Course →Industry-grade infrastructure meets a vibrant community of creators. We don't just teach software; we build careers.
Curriculum enhanced with tools like Midjourney, Runway ML, and Leonardo AI. Train for the industry as it exists today, not yesterday.
Experience studio-aligned pipelines with professional workstations, AR augmented books, and 24/7 Online Varsity portal access.
Compete on a global stage. Since 2003, this festival attracts thousands of international entries from 100+ countries.
Non-stop filmmaking sprint. Create a studio-quality animation film in 100 hours under professional mentorship.
Easily accessible from HSR Layout, JP Nagar, BTM Layout, Banashankari, Basavanagudi, and Koramangala.
Instructors with 10+ years of production experience in major Indian and international studios.
Work on real production briefs under the guidance of certified trainers - not just classroom exercises.
Yes. Every MAAC HSR Layout graduate receives placement assistance through our national recruitment partner network, including a minimum of 3 interview opportunities.
No prior experience is required. All courses start from fundamental art and software principles, so even a complete beginner can confidently enroll.
Students with a 10th or 12th marksheet qualify for up to 35% tuition fee waiver under the Bharat Creator Scholarship. Scholarship intake is limited per batch. Call our admissions team directly or visit our center at 3rd Floor, 27th Main Rd, HSR Layout Sector 1 East to verify your marks card before batch seats fill.
Course fees vary depending on the specialized career track selected (such as AD3D EDGE Plus, ADVFX Plus, or APDG Game Design) and your merit scholarship qualification. We offer flexible monthly installment plans and 0% interest EMI schemes. Please call our center directly at +91 88849 22201 or schedule a campus visit for an exact, transparent fee structure tailored to your career goal.
MAAC HSR Layout is centrally located on the 3rd Floor, 27th Main Rd, HSR Layout Sector 1 East, Bengaluru 560102 — right near the 27th Main landmark and minutes from Koramangala, Bellandur, Sarjapur Road, BTM Layout, and Electronic City. Call +91 88849 22201 in advance to schedule a guided studio lab tour and 1-on-1 counseling session.
Autodesk Maya, 3ds Max, Blender, ZBrush, Houdini, Foundry Nuke, Unreal Engine 5, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and Gen-AI tools including Leonardo AI and Midjourney.
Every major MAAC course includes two parallel pathways. CareerX is the studio-professional track - built for students targeting full-time roles at animation studios, VFX houses, game companies, and OTT platforms. CreatorX is the independent creator track - built for students targeting freelancing, YouTube/Instagram content, personal IP, and creative startups.
MAAC graduates are hired across Animation & Film (Red Chillies Entertainment, Famous Studios), VFX (DNEG, ILM, Squad VFX), Gaming (Rockstar Games, Lakshya Digital, Gamitronics), OTT & Media (Zee Media, Hoichoi, IPlix Media, TVF), Advertising & Design (Dentsu Creative, Silverpush, Cimpress India), and EdTech (PhysicsWallah, Unacademy).
MAAC students participate in four flagship events: 24FPS (annual animation festival running since 2003, 1,500+ entries from 100 countries), the 100 Hours Marathon (non-stop animated short film competition), BTS - Behind The Screen (industry masterclasses by working professionals from DNEG, ILM, and Rockstar Games), and the NSM - National Students Meet (all-India student summit with industry panel discussions).
Yes. Gen AI tools are integrated into every flagship course. Students are trained on Midjourney, Leonardo AI, Runway ML, Sora, ElevenLabs, Suno AI, ComfyUI, Adobe Firefly, Canva AI, ChatGPT, and Deepseek. A standalone Gen AI for Creators short course (30 hrs) is also available for quick upskilling.
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