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AD3D EDGE Plus: Advanced Program in 3D Animation

Full-Spectrum 3D Animation, Character Modeling & Unreal Engine 5 Pipeline

576 Hours (24 Months / 2 Years) Duration ★ 4.9 Rating (370+ Reviews)
CareerX Pathway | CreatorX Pathway

Master 3D Animation with Maya, ZBrush & UE5 at MAAC Jayanagar. Apply for up to 35% Bharat Creator Scholarship (₹40K–₹1.7L relief) + 0% EMI. 100% job placement!

⚡ भारत Creator Scholarship: Up to 35% Scholarship on Merit!
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Program Overview

AD3D EDGE Plus is MAAC's flagship 576-hour career course in 3D Animation & VFX. Students master 3D modeling, rigging, texturing, and performance-driven character animation in Autodesk Maya, ZBrush, and 3ds Max for film, TV, and gaming pipelines. You will learn from industry veterans through hands-on projects, giving you the real-world experience needed to excel. Our curriculum is continually updated to meet studio demands, ensuring you graduate with a production-ready portfolio and comprehensive placement assistance.

Course Snapshot Key Fast Facts
  • Duration: 576 Hours (24 Months / 2 Years) (Flexible & Fast-Track batches available)
  • Eligibility: 10th / 12th Pass or Any Degree • Eligible for up to 35% Merit Scholarship
  • Industry Tools: Autodesk Maya, Autodesk 3ds Max, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Substance 3D Painter & more
  • Placement Support: 100% Dedicated Placement Cell & Portfolio Defense

Software Toolkit

Autodesk Maya Autodesk Maya
Autodesk 3ds Max Autodesk 3ds Max
Adobe Photoshop Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Substance 3D Painter Adobe Substance 3D Painter
Adobe Premiere Pro Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe After Effects Adobe After Effects
Maxon ZBrush Maxon ZBrush
Autodesk Mudbox Autodesk Mudbox
Arnold Renderer Arnold Renderer
Unreal Engine 5 Unreal Engine 5
Ge
Gen AI Tools (Midjourney, Runway, Firefly)
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भारत Creator Scholarship for AD3D EDGE Plus: Advanced Program in 3D Animation
October 2026 Merit Intake

भारत Creator Scholarship
Up to 35% Scholarship on Merit!

Applying for AD3D EDGE Plus: Advanced Program in 3D Animation? First-Class academic dedication qualifies you for direct tuition fee waiver at MAAC Jayanagar. Turn your 10th or 12th marks into career funding.

Up to 35% Merit Scholarship
60%+ in 10th or 12th Marks Card
Strictly 5 Seats per Batch Quota
Offer Valid till October 31, 2026
*Terms & Conditions apply. Applicable on eligible career programs. Marksheet verification required. Excludes B.Voc degree and hardware schemes. Valid till October 31, 2026.

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Course Content

4 Semesters · 16 Comprehensive Modules

Semester 1: Pre-Production & Digital Design

  • StoryTelling (Film, Games & XR)
  • Art Direction & AI Concept Art (Midjourney/Firefly)
  • World Building & Set Design
  • Studio Pipeline & Production Workflows

Semester 2: 3D Pipeline & Asset Creation

  • 3D Pipeline & Department Workflows
  • Asset Creation & High-End Modeling in Maya
  • Scene Optimization (Proxies & LODs)
  • LookDev, Substance 3D AI Texturing & Studio Lighting

Semester 3: Advanced Character Production & Rigging

  • Digital Character Sculpting in ZBrush
  • Asset Optimization & Clean Topology
  • Character Rigging & AI Motion Assist
  • VFX Integration & CG-to-Plate Matching

Semester 4: Specialized FX & Unreal Engine 5

  • Character FX (Hair, Fur & Cloth Dynamics)
  • Real-Time Worlds & Game Environments
  • Unreal Engine 5.5 Cinematics & MetaHuman Setup
  • Real-Time Lighting (Lumen) & DLSS Optimization
📥 Official 2026 Curriculum & Fee Sheet

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Career Opportunities

After completing the AD3D EDGE Plus program, you can explore dynamic roles such as:

3D Modeling Artist Texturing Artist Lighting Artist 3D Animator Rigging Artist
Career Opportunities
High-Demand Studio Career Tracks

Looking to Build a High-Growth Career in 3D Animation?

While AD3D EDGE Plus delivers targeted software proficiency, leading studios seek artists with complete end-to-end production pipelines. Explore our recommended comprehensive career programs below:

💡 Industry Hiring Insight: Top animation, VFX & gaming studios prioritize candidates trained across the complete production pipeline, providing significantly broader placement eligibility, higher starting compensation bands, and faster promotion pathways.
📊 Data Sources: AmbitionBox India, Glassdoor (DNEG, MPC, Rockstar India), FICCI-EY Media & Entertainment Report & Karnataka AVGC-XR Policy. View AVGC Salary Report →
ELITE 3-YEAR STUDIO MASTER PROGRAM ⏱ 864 Hours • 36 Months

IPVAD-XR (3-Year Master Track)

📊 ₹5.0 - ₹12+ LPA Multi-Discipline Master Band

Upgrade to MAAC's ultimate 3-year comprehensive career program covering full Animation, Houdini VFX, Unreal Engine 5 virtual production & GenAI pipeline.

Key Career Advantage:
  • ✓ Triple Specialization: 3D + VFX + XR
  • ✓ Virtual Production & LED Volume Training
  • ✓ Direct Studio Fast-Track Placement
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🎓 UGC-RECOGNIZED 3-YEAR BACHELOR'S DEGREE ⏱ 3 Years • Full-Time Degree

B.Voc in Animation & VFX

📊 UGC Degree + Global Work Visa & UPSC Eligible

Combine your studio animation training with a formal UGC-recognized Bachelor's degree under NEP 2020 with 60% practical studio coursework.

Key Career Advantage:
  • ✓ Full UGC Act 1956 Recognized Degree
  • ✓ Eligible for UPSC, Bank PO & Global Visas
  • ✓ 100% Studio Placement & Portfolio Showreel
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Career Trajectory Analysis

Tool Specialist vs. Studio Pipeline Career Matrix

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Evaluation Parameter Short-Term / Foundation Track Studio Advanced Career Program
Software Mastery 1–2 Isolated software tools 8–12 Integrated Studio DCCs (Maya, ZBrush, Substance, UE5, Nuke, Houdini)
Showreel Output Static assets, single turntable models Full 24fps cinematic short film or playable Unreal Engine 5 level
Studio Hiring Scope Junior asset cleanup, prep, basic rotoscopy Multi-department deployment across AAA Gaming, Film VFX & Animation Studios
Starting Pay Scale ₹2.2L – ₹3.0L PA entry operator band ₹3.8L – ₹8.5L+ PA studio artist band with accelerated promotion track
Industry Resilience High risk from automated single-tool plugins Complete pipeline understanding resistant to AI and technological shifts
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60-Day Course Upgrade Fee Credit

Unsure about committing to a 2-year comprehensive career program right away? Start with a foundation or short-term course today. If you decide to upgrade to any Comprehensive Career Program within your first 60 days, 100% of your paid fees will be credited toward your comprehensive career program enrollment with zero transfer penalty.

✓ Flexible Upgrade Policy
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Transparent Fees & Flexible Installments

Plan your education investment with complete fee transparency ranging from ₹50,000 to ₹5,00,000 depending on your specialization. Flexible milestone installment schedules and 0% interest monthly Easy EMI options are available through verified education finance partners.

✓ Transparent Fee Structure & 0% Easy EMI Options
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Free 1-on-1 Studio Mentorship Session

Not sure which creative specialization matches your natural skills? Schedule a free 30-minute 1-on-1 portfolio review & career roadmap session with our senior studio faculty at our Jayanagar campus. Experience our high-end graphics workstations firsthand.

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🏛️ UGC & NEP 2020 Recognized Degree Pathways
📜 Onlinevarsity & Aptech QR Verified Certification
🏆 MESC & Skill India Aligned Curriculum Standards
💼 Dedicated Placement Cell with 100% Showreel Prep

Course FAQs

Yes. MAAC Jayanagar offers the official भारत Creator Scholarship for AD3D EDGE Plus: Advanced Program in 3D Animation. Students with 60% or higher aggregate in 10th or 12th Marks Card qualify for up to a 35% direct tuition scholarship (₹40,000–₹1,70,000 fee waiver) with 0% Easy EMI options. Admissions are capped at strictly 5 scholarship seats per batch for the October 2026 intake, valid till October 31, 2026. To verify your marks card eligibility, call +91 88849 22204 or apply via WhatsApp.

To apply for the भारत Creator Scholarship (up to 35% fee relief, ₹40,000–₹1,70,000 tuition discount) and get the official 2026 fee structure with 0% Easy EMI options, connect with the MAAC Jayanagar Admissions desk at +91 88849 22204 or message on WhatsApp. You can also visit our campus in person at 3rd Floor, 11th Main Road, Jayanagar 3rd Block East, Bangalore for instant marks verification and a 1-on-1 demo.

AD3D EDGE Plus stands for Advanced Program in 3D Animation. It is an end-to-end 576-hour (24-month) animation pipeline course covering character modeling, rigging, character animation, and real-time rendering using Autodesk Maya, 3ds Max, ZBrush, and Unreal Engine.

Course fees range from ₹25 Thousand to ₹5 Lakhs depending on the chosen program — from modular skill certifications to 2-year flagship career diplomas and 3-year degree courses.

Yes. We offer flexible payment options, including customized installment plans with 0% interest monthly Easy EMI options & we also have verified education finance partners, ensuring courses remain affordable without upfront financial burden.

Bangalore hosts top animation and gaming studios such as Technicolor, Xentrix Studios, and Rockstar Games. Graduates enter roles like 3D Animator, Character Modeler, Rigging Artist, and Lighting TD.

35% Scholarship on Fee
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