Career After B.Des in Animation: Salary 2025, Jobs, Top Recruiters, Placements

Sarjana SinhaContent Writer
Candidates who have a passion for creativity and possess certain skills required to express their thoughts and emotions through visuals and motion graphics can definitely make a fruitful career in this field of animation. BDes Animation has been proven to be top choices for such candidates who want to pursue their career in field of animation and design.
With rise of advanced technologies and softwares, this field of animation has grown rapidly over past few decades and aspirants can integrate their creative skills with modern equipments to produce high quality results that can be utilized to their highest potential. There is a high demand for professionals having relevant skills to experiment with their ideas and lead to new innovations which can impact this industry worldwide.
Some of widely chosen job profiles by candidates graduated in BDes Animation include 2D/3D Animator, VFX Artist, Concept Artist, Storyboard Artist, Character Designer, Compositor, Lighting Artist, Motion Graphic Designer etc. Top Recruiters in field of BDes Animation include Adobe, Pixar, Maya Entertainment, UTV Toonz, Google Vision, Accenture, Acer, Walt Disney etc. Average salary of a BDes design graduate in India is approx INR 5-7 LPA.
Candidates interested to know more about career scope in BDes Animation Courses may continue reading further.
BDes Animation Jobs
Following are some potential areas of focus and career opportunities for candidates with a BDes in Animation:
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Job Profile |
Description |
Average Salary (INR) |
|---|---|---|
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2D Animator |
Creates animations using 2D drawing software, bringing characters and scenes to life. |
3.7 LPA |
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3D Animator |
Develops 3D models, textures, and animations using specialized software. |
4.2 LPA |
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Character Artist |
Designs and develops characters, defining their appearance, personality, and emotions. |
4.3 LPA |
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Storyboard Artist |
Creates visual storyboards that act as blueprints for animation projects. |
4.1 LPA |
|
Concept Artist |
Generates initial visual concepts for characters, environments, and props for animation. |
5.9 LPA |
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Motion Graphics Artist |
Creates animated graphics for motion pictures, television, and online media. |
5.3 LPA |
|
VFX Artist (Animation) |
Integrates visual effects with animation to create realistic or fantastical scenarios. |
3.5 LPA |
|
Rigger Artist |
Creates digital skeletons and controls that allow for animation of 3D models. |
3 LPA |
|
Compositor |
Combines various visual elements (animation, effects, backgrounds) into a final scene. |
5.1 LPA |
|
Lighting Artist |
Creates realistic lighting effects to enhance visual quality of animation. |
4 LPA |
|
Technical Director (Animation) |
Manages technical aspects of animation production, ensuring smooth workflows. |
9.6 LPA |
|
Animation Director |
Oversees entire animation production process, ensuring creative vision is realized. |
11 LPA |
BDes Animation Courses Scope
Being termed as a bright career in future, students who graduate in BDes Animation are offered multiple opportunities and preferred over graduates of other fields. This is because demand of creative individuals is rising in industry and BDes Animation will be most sought courses in upcoming era of modernization.
Courses after BDes Animation
There are various options available for aspiring candidates who wish to opt for higher studies after completing BDes in Animation and VFX. Some of these are:
M.Des in Animation: Post Graduate program opted after graduation in BDes Animation.
Certificate courses: Short term programs focused on clearing core concepts and basics of animation.
Online Programs: Anyone having interest in animation can enrol into online certifications programs irrespective of their educational background.
BDes Animation Recruiters
Demand for graphic professionals has increased, owing to a spike in number of Animation Studios. A few of top employers in this industry are Jadoo Works Pvt Ltd, Pentamedia Graphics, Maya Entertainment Ltd, UTV Toonz, Heart Entertainment Limited, Crest Animation Studios Ltd, and Silverton Studio.
India possesses creative energy and aptitude to produce world-class animations more than any other Asian nation. Even though India's animation industry is still in its infancy, it is set for rapid expansion.
Here is a list of top recruiters that hire professionals from field of Animation.
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Top Recruiters for BDes Animation Graduates |
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|---|---|
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Walt Disney Studio Animation |
Pixar Animation Studios |
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Acer |
Google Inc |
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Amazon Global Vision |
Pent media graphics |
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Accenture |
Maya Entertainment |
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Adobe Systems Pvt. Ltd |
Reliance media works Ltd. |
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Google vision |
UTV Toonz |
Best BDes Animation Colleges in India
While deciding which college to choose for pursuing BDes Animation, it is recommended to acknowledge fact that both government and private colleges offer specialisations in this course and enrolling into either of two institutions will surely prove to be beneficial for students in long run.
Candidates can refer to table below to gain insights on some popular government and private colleges that offer BDes Animation courses along with their packages offered. Candidates must note that colleges mentioned in table are listed alphabetically and not in any order of ranking hierarchy.
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Top Colleges |
Average Package Offered (in INR) |
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3.2 LPA |
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3-4 LPA |
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23.5 LPA |
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4.5 LPA |
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9.9 LPA |
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4.5 LPA |
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6 LPA |
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9.54 LPA |
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6-7 LPA |
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Popular B.Des in Animation Specializations
Popular Specializations
- Game Design
25 Colleges
- Graphic Design
22 Colleges
- UI / UX
6 Colleges
- Film & Video Design
4 Colleges
- Multimedia & Digital Media
3 Colleges
- Fashion Design
2 Colleges
- Lifestyle Accesory Design
2 Colleges
- Cinematography
1 College
- Direction
1 College
- Editing
1 College
Most Popular Courses
Popular Courses
- B.Des. in GraphicsLPU - Lovely Professional University
- Bachelors in Design (B.Des)Atlas SkillTech University, School of Design and Innovation
- B.Des. in Animation and VFXArtemisia College of Art and Design
- B.Des. in Game Design and DevelopmentArtemisia College of Art and Design
- B.Des. in Animation DesignMIT Institute of Design, MIT-ADT University
- B.Des. in Communication DesignSymbiosis Institute of Design, Symbiosis International, Pune
- B.Des. in AnimationChitkara Design School, Chitkara University, Chandigarh
- B.Des. in Animation and Game DesignWorld University of Design
- B.Des. in Animation and VFXSchool of Design, UPES
News & Updates
Jan 15, 2026
Student Forum
Answered 3 days ago
UCEED B. Des admission application counselling processing fee for all categories and genders is ₹ 4,000/- (Rupees Four Thousand only). This fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 days ago
Yes, to sit in the Joint Counselling Process conducted by IIT Bombay, you must fill the B.Des Application. It is a common application form for admission to the BDes programme at IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Guwahati, IIT Hyderabad, IIT Indore, IIT Roorkee and IIITDM Jabalpur.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 days ago
NID will release the result for B.Des on April 07, 2026. The result be released on the website of NID.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 days ago
Yes, NIFT Mumbai is good for BDes programme. It is one of the 18 campuses of NIFT and has ranked in the top 3 in the country for the 3rd consecutive year in 2025. The college offers a BDes programme in full-time mode for 4 years. It is offered in several specialisations such as Fashion Communication
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 6 days ago
There are a total of 207 seats in the Symbiosis Institute of Design for B.Des programme.
| SEED Specialization | Indian Students | International Students | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Communication Design | Graphic Design | 80 | 12 | 92 |
| User Experience Design | ||||
| Animation Film Design | ||||
| Video Film Design | ||||
| Industrial Design | Product Design | 45 | 7 | 52 |
| Interior Space Design | ||||
| Fashion Design | 29 | 4 | 33 | |
| Fashion Communication | 26 | 4 | 30 | |
| Total | 180 | 27 | 207 |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
The combined tuition fees for the B.Des that candidates have to pay in eight semesters in the academic session 2026- 2027 is 2,25,000 per semester. For semester 1, the total fees without hostel is 2,26,900 and for semester 2 is 2,25,500.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
NIFT's 4-year tuition fee is around INR 13 Lakhs. While Woxsen University's tuition is similar (around INR 13.45 lakh), its mandatory hostel and meal plans add another INR 12.6 Lakhs, making NIFT significantly more affordable.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered a week ago
NIFT is a government-funded statutory body providing a globally recognised degree at a lower cost (around INR 13 lakh). Pearl Academy is a private institute with higher fees (around INR 32 lakh+) but offers more flexible, industry-facing portfolios and international collaborations for students.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered a week ago
Candidates will be able to check the cutoff for NIFT Delhi on the website of NIFT: nift.admissions.nic.in. The opening and closing rank of all the programmes is given on this page. This year, NIFT 2026 cutoff is expected to be on the lower side.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Yes, 15% of seats are reserved for students with a permanent domicile in Telangana. You will need to provide a valid state domicile certificate from the school.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered a week ago
The seat distribution (regular) for B.Des specialisations at NIFT Hyderabad campus is as follows:
B.Des Specialisation | Regular Seats (All India) |
Accessory Design (AD) | 38 |
Fashion Communication (FC) | 38 |
Fashion Design (FD) | 38 |
Knitwear Design (KD) | 38 |
Textile Design (TD) | 38 |
Total B.Des Seats | 190 |
Note: In addition to these, there are 5 supernumerary seats per academic programme reserved for NRI/Foreign National candidates, as well as domicile reservations
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered a week ago
For its B.Des programme, the NIFT Hyderabad campus offers 266 seats across various B.Des specialisations.
R
Contributor-Level 9
Answered a week ago
Yes, it is! The total tuition fee for NRI/Foreign National students is INR 43.3 Lacs per academic year, which is more than three times the costs paid by regular students, with no financial aid or concessions available.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered a week ago
Annual hostel charges at NIFT Hyderabad are as follows-
1. Hostel Fee: INR 35,500
2. Electricity & Water charges: INR 13,000
3. Service Charges (cleaning, security, etc., ): INR 12,000
4. Hostel Admission fee (One time): INR 2,500
5. Security Deposit (Refundable): INR 10,000
Total Hostel Fee: INR 72,500 (
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered a week ago
Yes, students pay a one-time fee of roughly INR 21,900–INR 27,200, which includes a refundable security deposit, registration, and alumni fees.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered a week ago
The total tuition fee for B.Des at NIFT Hyderabad is approximately INR 12.96 Lacs for non-NRI students for 4 years.
R
Contributor-Level 9
Answered a week ago
Yes, the upper age limit of 24 years is relaxed by 5 years for candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), or Person with Disability (PwD) categories.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered a week ago
To apply for the BDes programme at NIFT Hyderabad, the maximum age for candidates must be less than 24 years as of August 1st of the admission year.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered a week ago
B.Des programme at NIFT Hyderabad requires you to pass your class 12 or equivalent exam from a recognised board. You must be under 24 years of age as of August 1st of the admission year (with 5-year relaxation for SC/ST/PwD), and qualify for the NIFT Entrance Exam (CAT & GAT). Candidates holding a 3
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered a week ago
UCEED — needed for B.Des at many IITs / IIITDM (so apply to IIITDM Jabalpur and other UCEED colleges).
Lovely Professional University (LPU)
Amity / SRM / Some private universities
MIT Institute of Design (MIT ADT)
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Beginner-Level 2
Answered a week ago
IIFA Lancaster Institute of Design selects students on a direct basis for the BDes programme. The selection is done on the following basis:
- Academic merit + creative aptitude and interest in design + portfolio review + interview
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
You will not be offered any direct admission to NIFT Delhi even if you are a class 12th topper. Candidates must fill the NIFT Entrance Application and appear for the exam. If they clear the cutoff, admission is offered.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
NIFT Kolkata BDes admission is competitive as cutoffs vary by specialisation, category, and campus. Ranks will extend to several thousand for some programmes. This shows a strong demand for design seats across NIFT campuses.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
There are many opportunities in fashion design, textile and accessory design, product development, and creative industries. BDes students can get jobs in fashion houses, retail brands, and design studios across India.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Admission to NIFT Kolkata BDes is based on performance in NIFT Entrance Exam. This includes the Creative Ability Test (CAT) and General Ability Test (GAT). After this, there will be a Situation Test, interview, and document verification for final selection.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
NIFT Kolkata BDes has many specialisations including:
- Fashion Design
- Fashion Communication
- Accessory Design
- Textile Design
- Knitwear Design and
- Leather Design
Choose one of the above specialisations based on creative interests and career goals.
J
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
Yes, 40 is a good marks for NIFT B.Des 2026 this year (expected). For NIFT B.Des, General Category, 40 - 50 is the goodscore for the general category, for OBC, it will be around 30, for SC/ST, it will be around 30.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
The expected cutoff for NIFT 2026 for B.Des is:
| Category | Expected Cutoff for B.Des |
|---|---|
| Open | 30-80 |
| EWS | 26-29 |
| OBC | 26-29 |
| SC | 22 |
| ST | 19 |
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Contributor-Level 10
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