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The NFDC has announced a free residential training program in 3D Animation and VFX for youth from Northeast India. The 8-month course includes industry exposure, laptops, and accommodation. Applicants must be 18+ and have completed 10+2 or relevant experience. Registrations are open until August 15, with 100 seats available. This initiative aims to bridge skill gaps and boost employment in the digital media sector.

Key Points: NFDC Offers Free VFX Animation Training for Northeast Youth

  • Free 8-month residential course in 3D Animation & VFX
  • Open to Northeast residents aged 18+
  • Includes laptops, meals, and industry training
  • Joint certification from NFDC and NCVET
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NFDC launches free residential VFX, animation training for Northeast youth

NFDC launches a fully residential 3D Animation & VFX course for Northeast youth, providing laptops, accommodation, and industry training. Apply by Aug 15.

"Participants will work on real-world projects and gain exposure to professional workflows. – NFDC"

Mumbai, Aug 2

The National Film Development Corporation of India (NFDC), under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, on Saturday announced a free, fully residential training programme in 3D Animation and Visual Effects (VFX) for young people from the North Eastern states.

The eight-month course is open to residents of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura, with the aim of helping them build careers in India’s growing digital media industry.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old as of June 2025 and should have completed 10+2, or passed Class 10 with at least three years of relevant industry experience.

A nominal non-refundable registration fee of Rs 1,180 will be charged. Interested candidates can register on the NFDC website or directly at skill.nfdcindia.com/Specialproject.

The last date to apply is August 15. A total of 100 candidates will be chosen through a screening process.

Training will take place in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, in collaboration with Aptech Limited.

“The programme will include six months of classroom learning in 3D Animation and VFX, followed by two months of on-the-job industry training,” NFDC said.

“Participants will work on real-world projects and gain exposure to professional workflows used in film studios and content creation companies,” it added.

Selected candidates will receive a high-performance laptop for the duration of the course, along with free accommodation, meals, and access to training resources.

The initiative is designed to remove financial barriers and ensure that talented youth from the North East have access to quality skill development opportunities.

On completion, participants will be awarded a joint certificate from NFDC and the National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET).

This is the third edition of NFDC’s residential programme for the region, aimed at nurturing skilled digital artists and opening pathways for employment, entrepreneurship, and long-term economic empowerment.

NFDC, known for producing and promoting Indian cinema, has also become a leading agency for skill development in the media and entertainment sector.

Through structured training in animation, VFX, filmmaking, gaming, and digital content creation, it continues to equip India’s creative workforce for the demands of the global market.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Great opportunity but why only Ghaziabad? Would be better if they had centers in Northeast itself. Traveling to UP might be difficult for many. Otherwise good scheme.
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Arjun K
As someone from the animation industry, I can say this is exactly what India needs! The VFX sector is booming but we lack skilled artists. Hope they maintain quality standards in training.
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Sarah B
The Rs 1,180 registration fee seems reasonable, but I wonder if it might still be a barrier for some. Maybe they could have a waiver system for economically weaker students? Otherwise fantastic initiative!
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Vikram M
Excellent move by NFDC! The Northeast has given us so much cultural richness, now they'll contribute to our digital economy too. The industry training part is crucial - hope they tie up with good studios.
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Nisha Z
My cousin did this course last year! Now working with a gaming company in Bangalore. Only 100 seats is too less though - government should increase capacity given the demand.

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