Tracked from 46 mentions on the AVGC-XR wire.
EdexLive reports that Netflix has partnered with IICT to provide scholarships covering up to 80% of costs across six industry-aligned creative programmes. The initiative aims to support talent development in India's creative sectors, offering accessible pathways for students interested in careers aligned with the streaming platform's production and creative needs.
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The Press Information Bureau reports that the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) and Netflix are partnering to support the next generation of Indian storytellers through scholarships spanning six programmes. The initiative aims to nurture talent in India's creative industries and strengthen the country's storytelling ecosystem across multiple disciplines.
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Outlook Respawn reports that Netflix and the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) are jointly offering scholarships covering up to 80% of fees for animation, VFX, gaming, and comics courses. The initiative aims to support talented individuals seeking professional training in India's growing AVGC sector. Details on eligibility criteria and application procedures were not specified in the announcement.
via Outlook Respawn
Indian Television Dot Com reports that IICT and Netflix are offering scholarships to 100 students in the AVGC-XR sector. The initiative aims to support talent development in animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality fields across India. The partnership underscores growing industry investment in nurturing the next generation of creative professionals in these high-growth digital media segments.
Fortune India reports that IICT and Netflix have announced scholarships for 100 students across six programmes. The initiative aims to support talent development in creative disciplines relevant to the AVGC-XR sector. Details on the specific programmes and eligibility criteria were provided by the publications.
via Fortune India
AnimationXpress reports that the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) and Netflix have partnered to offer scholarships to 100 students across six creative programmes. The initiative aims to provide opportunities for India's next generation of storytellers in the AVGC-XR sector, expanding access to professional development in animation, VFX, comics, and related creative disciplines.
via AnimationXpress
Indian Broadcasting World reports that the Indian Institute of Creative and Technology (IICT) has signed a multi-State pact to strengthen India's AVGC-XR ecosystem. The agreement aims to boost collaboration across multiple states, supporting the animation, visual effects, gaming, comics, and extended reality sectors. Details on participating states and specific initiatives were not provided in the announcement.
EdexLive reports that the International Institute of Information Technology (IICT) has partnered with JioStar to undertake research in photogrammetry and 8K production technologies. The collaboration aims to advance cutting-edge production capabilities within India's AVGC sector, combining academic expertise with industry resources to drive innovation in high-resolution content creation and spatial capture methodologies.
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Digital Studio India reports that IICT (Indian Institute of Creative Technologies) has partnered with Graphiti Studios to deepen ties between the AVGC-XR sector and academic institutions. The collaboration aims to strengthen the industry-academia connect, presumably through knowledge exchange, mentorship, or curriculum development initiatives that support India's growing animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and XR talent pipeline.
Adgully.com reports that the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) is championing several initiatives to strengthen India's AVGC-XR sector. The ministry is promoting WAVES Bazaar, WaveX, and IICT as key platforms and institutions to support the industry's growth. These initiatives aim to foster ecosystem development, market linkages, and infrastructure strengthening for animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality professionals across India.
via Adgully.com
EdexLive reports that IICT (International Institute of Creative Technology) has joined India's AVGC-XR outreach mission to South Korea and Japan. The initiative aims to strengthen India's position in animation, visual effects, gaming, comics, and extended reality sectors internationally. The mission represents efforts to expand India's AVGC-XR industry presence and foster collaborative opportunities with key Asian markets, supporting talent exchange and industry partnerships across the region.
via EdexLive
MediaNews4U reports that the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) has joined a Ministry of Information and Broadcasting delegation to South Korea and Japan to advance India's AVGC-XR and creative technology ecosystem. The delegation aims to foster international collaboration and strengthen India's position in the animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality sectors through knowledge exchange and partnership opportunities with regional counterparts.
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AnimationXpress reports that the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) is studying the creative ecosystems of Korea and Japan to inform strategies for boosting India's AVGC-XR ambitions. The institute's research aims to identify best practices and frameworks from these established markets that could be adapted to accelerate growth in India's animation, visual effects, gaming, comics, and extended reality sectors. The study is expected to provide actionable insights for strengthening India's competitive position in the global AVGC-XR industry.
via Animation Xpress
ANI News reports that the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) is participating in a Ministry of Information and Broadcasting delegation visiting South Korea and Japan. The initiative aims to bolster AVGC-XR sector collaboration between India and these key markets. The delegation's activities are focused on strengthening international partnerships in animation, visual effects, gaming, comics, and extended reality sectors.
via ANI News
Hindudayashankar reports that IICT Mumbai and start-up accelerator platform WaveX have launched a Media Tech Incubator programme to support AVGC-XR startups. The initiative aims to boost innovation and entrepreneurship within India's animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality sectors. Interested startups can apply by 7th September, according to the announcement.
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SMEStreet reports that the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) has achieved 100% placement for its video game programme, with environment art students securing positions at Lakshya Digital Studios. The placement milestone highlights growing industry demand for skilled AVGC talent in India and reflects the studio's commitment to hiring locally trained professionals for its game development operations.
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The Press Information Bureau reports that the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) has opened enrolment for its National AI Skilling Programme targeting the creative sector. The initiative aims to equip professionals in animation, VFX, comics, and related creative industries with artificial intelligence skills. The programme represents a significant step in upskilling India's AVGC workforce amid growing AI adoption across creative production pipelines.
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Moneycontrol reports that the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) has announced three strategic partnerships aimed at strengthening India's AVGC-XR, esports, and immersive technology sectors. The collaborations were unveiled at the India Gaming event. While specific partnership details were not disclosed in the report, the initiative underscores efforts to build industry infrastructure and ecosystem development in India's growing animation, VFX, gaming, and extended reality sectors.
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IndianTelevision.com reports that the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) has signed three memoranda of understanding to strengthen the AVGC-XR and esports sectors. The MoUs aim to foster collaboration and development within these emerging creative industries, though specific details of the partnerships and their strategic focus remain outlined in the original report.
SMEStreet reports that IICT (Indian Institute of Creative Technology) has signed memorandums of understanding to expand the AVGC-XR and esports ecosystem in India. The move aims to strengthen the creative technology sector by fostering partnerships that support animation, VFX, gaming, XR, and esports development, enhancing India's position in the global creative industries market.
via SMEStreet
MediaNews4U reports that the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) has signed strategic memorandums of understanding to bolster the AVGC-XR and esports sectors at India Gaming Show 2026. The MoUs aim to develop the ecosystem by fostering collaboration across the animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality segments. Details on specific partners and initiatives were not disclosed in the announcement.
via MediaNews4U
MediaNews4U reports that IICT has partnered with VES to bolster India's VFX and AVGC-XR sector. The collaboration aims to strengthen the visual effects and digital creative industries across animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality segments. Details on specific programmes, training initiatives, or resource-sharing arrangements were not disclosed in the announcement.
via MediaNews4U
Digital Studio India reports that VES India has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with IICT to strengthen collaboration in the AVGC-XR sector. The partnership aims to advance skill development initiatives within India's animation, visual effects, gaming, comics, and extended reality industries. The MoU represents a strategic effort to enhance industry-academia linkages and foster talent development in these emerging creative sectors.
Storyboard18 reports that the Indian government has set up an AVGC task force and approved the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) as a national centre of excellence. The move underscores the government's commitment to strengthening the animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality sectors within India. The establishment of a dedicated task force and centre of excellence is expected to bolster industry standards, research, and talent development across the AVGC-XR ecosystem.
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The Press Information Bureau reports that the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) will lead the development of a pan-India AVGC-XR ecosystem using a hub-and-spoke model. The initiative aims to facilitate nationwide collaboration across animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality sectors, strengthening India's creative industries infrastructure and enabling inter-regional knowledge sharing and resource coordination.
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Manufacturing Today India reports that the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) has partnered with Gativedhi to integrate artificial intelligence tools within the animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality sectors. The collaboration aims to enhance capabilities and streamline workflows across India's growing AVGC-XR industry, leveraging AI technologies to support creative professionals and studios.
SMEStreet reports that the International Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Gativedhi to develop and integrate AI production tools. The partnership aims to enhance creative workflows and capabilities within India's AVGC sector, combining institutional expertise with industry-focused technological innovation to support animation, VFX, and related creative disciplines.
via SMEStreet
MediaNews4U reports that the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) has partnered with Gativedhi Technologies to integrate AI-based production intelligence into AVGC-XR training programmes. The collaboration aims to enhance training delivery by incorporating advanced AI tools for production workflows, positioning students with skills aligned to industry demands in animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality sectors.
via MediaNews4U
Animation Xpress reports that IICT and Gativedhi Technologies are launching production intelligence platforms for the AVGC-XR sector. The platforms aim to support animation, visual effects, gaming, comics, and extended reality production workflows. This initiative strengthens India's AVGC-XR infrastructure by providing tools designed to enhance production capabilities and sector coordination.
via Animation Xpress
Press Information Bureau reports that the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) is now operational with immersive studios and modern classroom facilities. The institute has enrolled 136 students across 18 distinct courses, signalling India's institutional push into digital creative education and XR technologies. The facility represents a significant development for AVGC-XR talent development infrastructure in the country.
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