Most Creative Students in Kolkata Never Make it.

Not Because They Lack Talent

Because no one showed them the right path.

Arena Animation was built to change that and has trained students across Animation, VFX, Graphic Design, UI/UX, and Game Design for 28 consecutive years.

Free Career Counselling

No spam. No pressure. Honest guidance.

A word from your mentors
Your talent is real.

Individually licensed Maya, Nuke, Unreal Engine & Adobe — on every machine

Faculty with studio credits at Xentrix, Prana Studios & DQ Entertainment 

Portfolio built on real production pipelines — not coursework exercises

90% placed within 3 months  ·  28 years  ·  5× National Placement Award

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Animation & VFX Studios That Hire Arena Park Street Graduates

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Our Courses

Explore Four Disciplines. One Purpose: Placement.

Animation & VFX

From a 3D animation course in Kolkata to a Hollywood credit

Arena Park Street alumni have worked on Life of Pi, Guardians of the Galaxy, War 2, and Godzilla vs. Kong. The animation and VFX course covers 2D and 3D animation, compositing, motion capture, and visual effects — trained on the same pipelines those productions used

The gaming industry is hiring. The question is whether the training keeps up

Arena’s Game Design programme covers environment design, gameplay mechanics, and cinematic sequences using Unreal Engine. Students graduate production-ready for gaming, virtual production, and real-time 3D roles — a growing career track in Kolkata and nationally.

Game Design & Unreal Engine

Design that speaks before a word is read

The Graphic Design and Motion Graphics programme at Arena Park Street covers branding, typography, layout, digital illustration, After Effects, and motion design — the skills that Kolkata’s content, advertising, and media industries hire for consistently.

Graphic Design & Motion Graphics

Intuitive, beautiful, websites and apps

Arena’s UI/UX Design course in Kolkata covers user research, wireframing, prototyping, and interface design using Figma and industry-standard tools. Graduates work across product teams, agencies, and digital studios.

UI/UX & Digital Product Design

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6,000+ students trained since 1998.

Here is what some of them are doing now

Who We Are?

Learning With Us Can Change Your Life

It has changed the lives of thousands of creators over the last 27+ years

Arena Animation Park Street is Kolkata’s longest-running animation institute. That distinction is earned by our placement record, 

For nearly three decades, we’ve helped students discover their passion, build real skills, and step confidently into careers in Animation, VFX, Gaming, UI/UX, and Design.

We started in 1996 with a simple mission — to create a space where young artists could learn the craft the right way.

Over the years, we’ve built industry partnerships, upgraded our labs, designed specialized programs, and created a mentor-led training system that puts students first.

Today, our alumni are working across top studios in India and abroad, our programs continue to evolve with industry needs, and our community of more than 6000 trained students keeps growing stronger every year.

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While still training, Arena Park Street students are already winning.

Souhardya won the ASIFA Best Student award for texturing and modelling. Sumedha won the Waves Best Student award for rigging. Both are current students. 

ASIFA-Recognized Modelling & Texturing

Step into a world where creativity meets technology—crafted for the next generation of digital artists.

Finalist-Level Character Rigging

Join us and build a strong foundation for a successful career in the animation industry.

Placement

While Winning We Are Preparing Them for a Real Creative Career

At Arena Animation Park Street, placement isn’t treated as a last step — it’s built into your entire learning journey.

Our approach focuses on skills, portfolio, communication, and industry readiness, so every student steps into the real world with confidence.

Once The training ends. The credits begin.

Over the years, our students have gone on to work at top studios, contributing to major Hollywood, Bollywood and Streaming productions. Here are some of the high-profile titles our alumni have been part of:

Oscar-Winning Films: Life of Pi
Guardians of the Galaxy
Godzilla vs. Kong
Pathaan
 War 2
Tiger 3
Sonic the Hedgehog
 Rudra
Chhota Bheem

Every DCC module takes you beyond software — into the mindset and craft of a modern creative professional

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A Professional Environment Designed for Growth

Modern Labs Built for Creative Production

Our centre features high-performance workstations, dedicated 3D/VFX labs, colour-accurate displays, and a production-style workflow environment

Every classroom is designed to simulate a studio setup so students become comfortable with real industry conditions.
Whether you’re animating, compositing, designing, or working in Unreal, the tools and systems you use here are fast, stable, and production-ready.

Located in the Heart of Park Street

Our centre is easy to reach from anywhere in the city — connected by major roads, public transport, and surrounded by a vibrant, student-friendly neighbourhood.

Being in Park Street means access to cafés, safe surroundings, shopping hubs, and a creative atmosphere that keeps students inspired every day.

We Use 100% Licensed, Industry-Standard Software

Students train on the same tools used by professional studios:
Autodesk Maya • 3ds Max • Unreal Engine • Adobe Creative Cloud • Foundry Nuke • ZBrush • Blender

Using licensed software ensures reliability, stability, and the confidence that you’re learning on legally compliant, studio-grade tools — not pirated or outdated versions.

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A Professional Environment That Knows When to Play

A look at the events that shape our creative environment.

Ready to Begin? Here’s How It Works

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Fill Out the Inquiry Form

Tell us your basic details and what you’re interested in learning.

Our academic counsellor will receive your form instantly and reach out for a quick conversation

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Attend a Counselling Call & Centre Visit

Our counsellor will call you to understand your goals and invite you to visit our Park Street centre.

During your visit, we’ll show you the labs, explain the programs, and do a detailed assessment to find the best-fit course for your career path.

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Choose Your Program & Enroll Anytime

Once you’re ready, we guide you through the enrollment process.

Admissions happen throughout the year, so you can start your creative journey when it suits you best.

Our Most Popular Career Programs

Four flagship programs to launch your creative career — choose the one that matches your passion: from digital content creation to game design to full-scale VFX & animation training.

AAIPP

Animation with VFX / Unreal Specialisation

Our flagship animation program.

Students learn the full animation and post-production pipeline, and in the final term, they can choose a specialisation in VFX or Unreal Engine.

Ideal for anyone who wants a strong foundation and a clear path into studio careers.

DCC

Digital Content Creation (Graphics, Motion, UI/UX)

Our most popular design-focused program.

DCC trains students in graphic design, motion graphics, UI/UX, and digital media, giving them every essential skill needed to work in today’s creative and content-driven industry.

Perfect for students who want a versatile design career.

Trinity AVG

Animation, VFX & Gaming (All-in-One Program)

Our most comprehensive career program.

Trinity covers animation, VFX, filmmaking, and gaming/Unreal, giving students the widest exposure and the strongest multi-disciplinary portfolio.

Best suited for learners who want to explore all major creative fields before choosing their path.

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AAIPP

Animation with VFX / Unreal Specialization

Our flagship animation program.

Students learn the full animation and post-production pipeline, and in the final term, they can choose a specialisation in VFX or Unreal Engine.

Ideal for anyone who wants a strong foundation and a clear path into studio careers.

DCC

Digital Content Creation (Graphics, Motion, UI/UX)

Our most popular design-focused program.

DCC trains students in graphic design, motion graphics, UI/UX, and digital media, giving them every essential skill needed to work in today’s creative and content-driven industry.

Perfect for students who want a versatile design career.

Trinity AVG

Animation, VFX & Gaming (All-in-One Program)

Our most comprehensive career program.

Trinity covers animation, VFX, filmmaking, and gaming/Unreal, giving students the widest exposure and the strongest multi-disciplinary portfolio.

Best suited for learners who want to explore all major creative fields before choosing their path.

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Short-Term Professional Courses

Industry-focused programs designed to build practical skills and get you career-ready in months, not years.

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For students who are serious about getting placed after an animation or VFX course
— not just getting a certificate.

That is what this animation training institute in Kolkata has been producing since 1998.
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FAQs

Why Should I choose Arena Park Street over other Arena Centres?
  • We have bult the trust of students & parents for over 23 years now.
  • Regular Industrial visits to leading Studios all over India
  • Regular Campus Placements with Leading Animation & VFX Companies
  • Our Infrastructure and Hardware is the best in the city. 100% Machines with latest Processors/16GB Memory/nVidia Graphic Cards/SSD Drives
  • Most of our faculties have industrial experience
  • Only Arena with no more than 8 students to a batch
  • Personalized Master Classes and Placement Bootcamps for Better Jobs
  • We do not showcase False awards from Celebrities that have been paid for in order to secure your business.
What is the course fee?

The money that you spend for the program is not a cost and should be treated as an investment in your future. We have many investment options which varies depending upon the course and the plan chosen.

One can pay the entire amount in advance or opt for convenient installment schemes (there is one to match everyone’s need).

The exact investment can be calculated once you decide on the course.

Our experienced counselors will guide you to select the best investment option.

Can I get a loan to pay the course fees?

We have tie-ups with leading Financial Institutions and can give you an instant approval on your loan application based on PAN & Aadhar Cards

Your Parents/Relatives/Friends can also apply on your behalf. For more details speak to our counsellor at (033)4004-1144 today.

What about Books and Study Materials?

All the relevant e-Books and Video Tutorials will be provided by us and is issued to bonafide students free of cost.

With the advent of our Online Varsity you get a 24X7 platform to access your e-books, chat with experts, browse resources and get expert advice on various matters of academics & Upgradation path.

We also offer library facilities which is stocked with large number of books, periodicals, films and DVDs for your reference and use.

Will I get Placement after completing the course?

Arena Park Street has placed more than 3000 Students in various companies around India over the past 23 years.

This is ample testimony to the fact that most of our students get placed in jobs of their liking.

Our Placement Cell constantly works towards organizing Interviews with Companies, Organising Campus Placement Drives and helping you develop your CV, Prepares you for Interviews, Keeps track of your progress in the job and even helps you in upgrading your job at a later date.

The question is not whether you will get placement, but whether you can bag one of the Blue Chip Placements in leading Studios. The answer lies in the amount of hard work and dedication that you are willing to put into the course

What starting salary can I expect after completing the course?

The starting salary is directly proportional to the skill set you have acquired and varies from person to person and company to company.

Our past students have got placed at a salary range from Rs. 10,000/- p.m. to Rs. 35,000/- p.m..

The mean salary for students placed in 2019 was Rs. 12,500/- p.m. at starting levels. Arena Park Street was awarded for placing the highest number of students amongst all Arena Centres in India in 2013-14.

Are your programs and courses recognised by UGC or AICTE?

Aptech is not an University and our courses are not required to be recognised by UGC or AICTE.

The B.Sc. program is UGC recognised.

In the animation industry the skill set of the candidate is the single most important criteria in determining selection.

What extra Curricular Activities do you have for your students?
  • Activities
    HAT-Trick series of seminars.
    Annual Exhibition of students’ work – Drishti.

    Annual Awards – Arena Idol.

    Sand Animation workshop.

    Clay animation workshop.

    Paper and other stop motion workshops.

    Workshops by visiting faculties from other eminent institutions like NID.

  • Non Academic Activities

    Annual Picnic.

    Personality Development Classes.

    Spoken English classes.

    Field study trip.

Do you have Career and Personality Development Classes?

  • All students can join the personality development and spoken english classes if they so desire.

    These classes are conducted regularly by visiting faculties and are organised by our Placement Cell on an ongoing basis.

Can I get extra classes and machine time?

  • Our Academic head is empowered to arrange extra classes at no extra cost for those who need them in any topic or tool for any reason whatsoever.

    Ample extra computer time for practice is available for students to book and utilise.

    Our faculties are always available online and offline to help and assist the students should the need arises.

    In addition our online forums and blogs and always available for posting your queries and getting them answered by an expert.

    You can find us on Facebook.

Are the faculties same in all Arena branches?

It is like asking are the fingers alike on your hand?

Although, Aptech provides guidelines for recruitment, the ultimate selection is done by the centres based on their own assessment and requirements.

Our internal assessment systems are the best in the country which is testified by the large number of academic awards thay we have won consistently over so many years.

Although we cannot comment on the ability and quality of faculties all over Arena, our faculties are:

  • Recruited after rigorous testing and assessment.
  • Are required to have some industry experience.
  • Undergo a comprehensive training program and are regularly assessed for performance by an external body.
  • Are required to constantly upgrade their skills through continuous self development and organised trainings.
Is Park Street the main head-office/ branch?

All Arena Centres in India are owned by franchisees and there is no Main Centre of Arena.

Some centres are likely to mislead you into believing that they are the “Main Center” or the “Biggest Center” or the “Head Office” in order to attract your business.

You should beware of such centres and take an informed decision about your future.

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