Webel DQE Animation Academy, Kolkata, is a premier institute dedicated to training students in animation, visual effects (VFX), gaming, and multimedia. Established as a collaboration between Webel (West Bengal Electronics Industry Development Corporation Ltd.) and DQ Entertainment (DQE), the academy was founded with the aim of nurturing creative talent for the global animation and gaming industry. The academy combines strong academic pedagogy with hands-on industry exposure. With state-of-the-art labs, modern studios, and experienced faculty from the animation and entertainment sector, it has become a leading hub for digital arts and creative media in Eastern India.
Feature |
Details |
Full Name |
Webel DQE Animation Academy, Kolkata |
Popularly Known As |
Webel DQE Academy |
Location |
Salt Lake, Kolkata, West Bengal |
Established Year |
2003 (Collaboration between Webel & DQE) |
Type |
Public–Private Partnership (Training Academy) |
Approved By |
Webel (Govt. of West Bengal) |
Accreditation |
ISO Certified; Industry recognized certifications |
Campus Size |
Located within the Webel IT Park, Salt Lake |
Governing Body |
Webel (Govt. of WB) & DQE Entertainment International |
Event |
Date |
Application Start Date |
February 2025 |
Last Date to Apply |
June 2025 |
Entrance/Interview (if any) |
June–July 2025 |
Admission Confirmation |
July 2025 |
Academic Session Begins |
August 2025 |
Refer to official notifications for exact dates.
Mode of Admission:
Eligibility:
Scholarship Type |
Eligibility |
Merit-Based Scholarships |
Based on 12th/UG marks and entrance test scores |
Webel-DQE Talent Grant |
For outstanding creative portfolio submissions |
Need-Based Scholarships |
For economically weaker students |
Govt. of WB Aid |
State skill development schemes for SC/ST/OBC |
Women in Animation Grant |
Special concession for female students in VFX |
Parameter |
Details |
Top Recruiters |
DQ Entertainment, MPC, Technicolor, Prime Focus, Green Gold |
Highest Package (2024) |
Rs 10 LPA |
Average Package |
Rs 3.5 – Rs 5 LPA |
Placement Rate |
85%+ (across animation & gaming sectors) |
Career Support |
Placement cell, demo reels, industry workshops, internships |
Entrepreneurship Support |
Guidance for independent studios & freelance projects |
Ranked 116 for Overall by Indiatoday 2022
Ranking Body |
Recognition (2024) |
Animation Express Ranking |
Among Top 10 Animation Academies in India |
Govt. of West Bengal |
Recognized Skill Development Partner |
ISO Certification |
ISO 9001:2015 Certified |
Industry Collaborations |
Training partner for studios like DQ, Technicolor, MPC, etc. |
Course | 1st Year Fees | Eligibility |
---|---|---|
B.Sc | ₹3 Lakhs - 3.2 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 |
Diploma | ₹1.2 Lakhs - 1.35 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 |
Certification | ₹35K- 65k (1st Year Fees) | 10th |
Block BP, Plot 5, Sector V, Salt Lake, Electronics Complex Kolkata - 700091 West Bengal, India