The Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) will kick off applications for its inaugural batch of AVGC‑XR programmes starting August 2025, marking a major milestone in developing India’s creative‑technology workforce. The announcement follows the institute’s introduction at the World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit (WAVES) earlier this year by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
Robust, Industry-Aligned Curriculum
IICT is offering a total of 18 specialised courses across Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics, and Extended Reality (AVGC‑XR). This includes six Gaming programmes, four in Post‑Production, and eight in Animation, Comics & XR
These have been meticulously developed in partnership with leading industry players such as Google & YouTube, Adobe, Meta, Microsoft, NVIDIA, and JioStar. Their involvement spans curriculum design, internships, scholarships, incubation support, and placement opportunities
Global Collaboration
To strengthen its international footprint, IICT has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of York, UK, paving the way for faculty exchanges, joint academic programmes, and globally‑recognised certifications. This collaboration promises to enhance the institute’s educational rigor and international relevance.
Infrastructure & Launch Details
As a premier creative-technology centre, IICT will host its operations from a temporary campus at NFDC, Pedder Road, Mumbai, before transitioning to a permanent 10‑acre site at Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari (Film City), Goregaon, Mumbai. The setup features immersive studios, animation and gaming labs, virtual production suites, editing and sound booths, and smart classrooms—designed to foster hands-on, industry-relevant training
Vision & Leadership
IICT CEO Dr Vishwas Deoskar envisions India emerging as a global leader in the AVGC‑XR domain by cultivating world‑class professionals
The institute’s governing board includes prominent figures such as Sanjay Jaju, Vikas Kharge, Swati Mhase, Chandrajit Banerjee, Ashish Kulkarni, Manvendra Shukul, and Rajan Navani, supported by a Governing Council featuring industry leaders like Munjal Shroff and Gaurav Banerjee
Strategic Significance
With the global AVGC‑XR industry poised for exponential growth, IICT’s education model is critical to filling the talent gap. India’s expanding creative‑tech ecosystem demands skilled professionals, and IICT aims to meet this challenge by aligning its programmes with global standards and industry needs
Admissions & Next Steps
Applications open August 2025 for the first batch. IICT plans to release detailed curriculum and admission guidelines in the coming weeks. For aspiring candidates, this is a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in cutting‑edge AVGC‑XR education, with global exposure and industry backing at the core of the experience.
