The B.Des in Animation and Multimedia at Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) is a four-year undergraduate design programme offered at Yenepoya Institute of Arts, Science, Commerce and Management (YIASCM), Mangaluru, through the School of Design. The programme covers 2D and 3D animation principles, character design and rigging, storyboarding, motion capture, compositing and VFX, multimedia production and video editing, game art and interactive media fundamentals, UX/UI design basics, digital marketing content creation, and an industry capstone project, preparing graduates for animation artist, multimedia designer, and content production roles. Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) holds NAAC A+ accreditation. Total programme fee is INR 6,15,000 for the four years.
📋 Admission Status: Yenepoya University B.Des in Animation and Multimedia admissions for 2026-27 are open. Applications run at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in. Admission is based on Y-ENTRANCE score and Class 12 merit.
Key Points
- B.Des in Animation and Multimedia at YIASCM, Yenepoya University, Mangaluru, 4-year AICTE-approved programme
- Covers 2D and 3D animation principles, character design and rigging, storyboarding, mot and more
- Eligibility: Class 12 (any stream) with minimum 50% aggregate marks
- Admission via Y-ENTRANCE university test and Class 12 merit (60:40) or CUET-UG
- Yenepoya University: NAAC A+ accredited; NIRF 2024 university rank 95
Yenepoya University B.Des in Animation and Multimedia Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Fee (Year 1) | INR 1,81,000 |
| Fee (Year 2) | INR 1,80,000 |
| Fee (Year 3) | INR 1,80,000 |
| Fee (Year 4) | INR 74,000 |
| Total Fees (4 Years, Hostel Separate) | INR 6,15,000 |
- Source: Yenepoya Mangalore Campus Fee Structure 2026-27.
- Registration fee INR 26,000 payable at admission; not included above.
- Hostel charges are separate; verify at yenepoya.edu.in before admission.
Yenepoya University B.Des in Animation and Multimedia Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| CUET-UG 2026 Exam (NTA) | May 11 to May 31, 2026 |
| CUET-UG 2026 Result | June 14, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Yenepoya Application Window | June 25, 2026 to September 30, 2026 |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
| CUET-UG 2026 (NTA) Registration End | January 31, 2026 |
| CUET-UG 2026 (NTA) Exam Date | May 11 to May 31, 2026 |
| CUET-UG 2026 (NTA) Result | June 14, 2026 (Tentative) |
- Admission: 60% Y-ENTRANCE or CUET-UG score, 40% Class 12.
- Apply at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in with Class 12 marksheet and scorecard.
- Final merit list is declared after document verification at YIASCM, Mangaluru.
- Confirm 2026-27 seat availability at yenepoya.edu.in or +91-8867754493.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- [’Minimum Qualification’, ’Class 12 (10+2) in any stream from a recognised board’]
- [’Minimum Marks’, ’50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST Karnataka candidates)’]
- [’Entrance Test’, ’Y-ENTRANCE (Yenepoya University AI-proctored test) or CUET-UG 2026 (NTA)’]
- [’Admission Ratio’, ’60% entrance score, 40% Class 12 merit’]
Admission Process
- Appear in CUET-UG 2026 (NTA; exam: May 11 to May 31, 2026) or register for the Y-ENTRANCE (Yenepoya University AI-proctored entrance test).
- Apply at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in with Class 12 marksheet, CUET-UG or Y-ENTRANCE scorecard, and supporting documents.
- Merit list is prepared based on entrance score (60%) and Class 12 merit (40%); shortlisted candidates receive an admission offer.
- Pay the programme fee and complete document verification at YIASCM, Mangaluru.
- Complete registration formalities; classes commence August 2026.
✓ Opt for this if
- Career target is animator, motion graphics artist, or multimedia content creator
- Strong passion for storytelling, character design, and digital media production
- Yenepoya’s AICTE-approved B.Des in Animation at Mangaluru suits career and location preference
- Fee of INR 6.15 Lakhs for a 4-year animation degree is competitive against private art colleges
- Planning career in OTT animation, game art, or edtech content production after graduation
✗ Skip if
- MAAC, NID, or AAI brand in animation is required for Bollywood VFX studio or premium gaming roles
- Career goal is engineering or science; animation is a specialised creative and technical path
- Fee of INR 6.15 Lakhs is outside budget without scholarship or financial support
- Interest is 2D traditional fine arts or craft rather than digital animation and multimedia
Yenepoya University B.Des in Animation and Multimedia Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Yenepoya Merit Scholarship | As per university norms | Based on Class 12 marks or entrance exam rank; awarded at admission |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000/year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000; scholarships.gov.in |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Government of Karnataka) | As per government norms | SC/ST Karnataka domicile students; state scholarship portal |
| Prime Minister’s Special Scholarship Scheme (J&K) | As per scheme norms | Students from J&K and UT of Ladakh; aicte-pragati-saksham-neu.in |
- Yenepoya Merit Scholarship: based on Class 12 marks or entrance rank.
- Central Sector Scholarship: family income below INR 8 lakh; scholarships.gov.in.
- Karnataka state scholarships: SC/ST/OBC domicile students; state portal.
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