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The Bachelor of Design [B.Des] in Game Design at Artemisia College of Art and Design (ACAD), Indore, Madhya Pradesh is a full-time 4-year undergraduate government-recognized degree program affiliated to Raja Mansingh Tomar Music and Art University, Gwalior. The program is one of the most comprehensive game design courses in India, covering Game Art, Game Design, Game Development, Level Design, Game Rules, and Game Psychology. The total tuition fee for the 4-year course is Rs. 6,13,000 (including a one-time registration fee of Rs. 3,000), with fees increasing progressively each year to reflect the advanced tools and resources used. Admission is through the ACAD Entrance Test or Portfolio-based admission, followed by a personal interview. The course accommodates 60 students per batch and is offered in full-time on-campus mode. ACAD holds the distinction of being India's only Gold Level Unreal Engine Academic Partner (awarded by Epic Games), making it a standout institution for game design education in the country.

Admissions for the 2026 batch are currently open. The institute accepts applications on a rolling basis throughout the year via the ACAD Entrance Exam route or the Portfolio-based Early Admission route. The application fee is Rs. 1,000. Students are encouraged to apply early at artemisiacollege.com as intake is limited to 60 students per batch.

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ACAD is India's only Gold Level Unreal Engine Academic Partner (Epic Games), providing students with direct workshops by Epic Games, priority internship access, project funding, and advance software access.
The 4-year curriculum is one of the most comprehensive game design programs in India, covering Game Art (2D and 3D), Game Development (Unity and Unreal Engine 5), Level Design, AR/VR, Game AI, and a Final 3D Game Project.
Students work with industry-standard tools including Photoshop, Illustrator, Spine, Autodesk Maya, ZBrush, Substance Painter, Unity (2D and 3D), and Unreal Engine 5.
ACAD has its own in-house animation production studio, the only college in India with such a facility, where students can work on live industry projects from Year 2 onwards.
The college participated in IGDC 2025 (India Game Developer Conference), where student games received appreciation from industry professionals.
ACAD hosted the Global Game Jam for the first time in Madhya Pradesh, and also hosted the Unreal Engine Community Meetup for the Indore Chapter.
Students must purchase a mandatory digital pen tablet in addition to a laptop (both at additional cost).
Hostel facility is available on campus at Rs. 10,000-12,000 per month (optional), inclusive of food, laundry, and Wi-Fi.

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ACAD B.Des Game Design Fees

The B.Des Game Design program at ACAD Indore has a progressively increasing fee structure, starting at Rs. 1,45,000 in Year 1 and going up to Rs. 1,60,000 in Year 4, reflecting the advanced tools, software licenses, and resources used in higher years. The total course fee over 4 years is Rs. 6,13,000 (including a one-time registration fee of Rs. 3,000). Hostel is an optional facility available at Rs. 10,000-12,000 per month, inclusive of food, laundry, and Wi-Fi.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Year 1	Year 2	Year 3	Year 4	Total (4 Years)
Tuition Fee	Rs. 1,45,000	Rs. 1,50,000	Rs. 1,55,000	Rs. 1,60,000	Rs. 6,10,000
Registration Fee (one-time, non-refundable)	Rs. 3,000	-	-	-	Rs. 3,000
Total Fees	Rs. 1,48,000	Rs. 1,50,000	Rs. 1,55,000	Rs. 1,60,000	Rs. 6,13,000

Hostel Fees (Optional)

Component	Monthly Charges
Hostel (including food, laundry, cleaning, Wi-Fi)	Rs. 10,000 - Rs. 12,000 per month
Annual Hostel Cost (approx.)	Rs. 1,20,000 - Rs. 1,44,000 per year

Fee once deposited will not be refunded under any circumstances, except the Admission Confirmation Deposit which is refunded only if the student fails to clear Class 12 examination.
The fee structure does not include the admission form fee (Rs. 1,000), early admission form fee, or exam fee.
Students must purchase a laptop meeting minimum specifications provided by the college (additional cost, mandatory).
Students must also purchase a digital pen tablet required for the game design curriculum (additional cost, mandatory).
Material costs for curriculum projects and workshops are borne by the student.
Hostel is an optional facility; charges may vary year to year.
Hostel charges include breakfast, lunch, evening tea, dinner, laundry, and Wi-Fi.
College bus transport is an optional facility available on pre-determined routes; charges vary by location and year.
Payment modes: Cash, Cheque/DD in favour of Artemisia College of Art, or online via the Edufix portal using the payment link provided with the admission letter.

ACAD B.Des Game Design Admission 2026

Admissions to the B.Des Game Design program at ACAD Indore are conducted on a rolling basis throughout the year. The college offers two admission routes: the ACAD Entrance Exam (for students without a portfolio) and Portfolio-based Early Admission (for students with existing creative work). Both routes are followed by a Personal Interview. Admissions for the 2026 batch are currently open, and students are encouraged to apply early as seats are limited to 60 per batch.

Admission Dates

Event	Details
Application Window	Open year-round (Rolling Admissions)
Application Fee	Rs. 1,000 (online payment)
ACAD Entrance Exam	Conducted on a rolling basis after application
Portfolio Submission	Rolling (evaluated within a few days of submission)
Personal Interview	Scheduled within 3-5 days of exam/portfolio approval (online or on-campus)
Admission Letter Issuance	Within 3-5 days after interview
Admission Confirmation Deposit	To be paid before the deadline mentioned in the Admission Letter
Batch Commencement	July/August 2026 (Tentative)

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Details
ACAD Entrance Test	Conducted by Artemisia College; online MCQ-based creative aptitude test. Rolling schedule throughout the year. Apply at artemisiacollege.com.

Note: ACAD Entrance Test is the primary exam for this program. National-level exams like UCEED or NID-DAT are not required or accepted for admission to this course.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed Class 10+2 (or equivalent) from any recognized board in any stream (Science, Commerce, or Arts).
No minimum percentage is specified; students must demonstrate creative aptitude through the entrance exam or portfolio.
Students applying through the Portfolio route must submit creative work such as drawings, digital art, game concepts, animations, or any other creative work for evaluation.

Admission Process

Choose your admission route: ACAD Entrance Exam or Portfolio-based Early Admission.
Fill the online application form at artemisiacollege.com and pay the application fee of Rs. 1,000.
For Entrance Exam route: Appear for the online MCQ-based ACAD Entrance Test on the allotted date.
For Portfolio route: Submit your creative work online; the expert committee evaluates it within a few days.
If the portfolio is not approved, the application is automatically transferred to the Entrance Exam route at no extra cost.
Appear for the Personal Interview (online via Google Meet/Zoom/WhatsApp, or on-campus in English or Hindi). A parent or guardian must be present.
Receive the Admission Letter via email within 3-5 days of the interview (includes Registration Number, Fee Structure, Payment Schedule, and Payment Link).
Pay the Admission Confirmation Deposit before the deadline specified in the Admission Letter.
Receive confirmation and joining details from the college administration.

ACAD B.Des Game Design Scholarships 2026

ACAD Indore offers scholarships primarily for international students. For domestic Indian students, the college's competitive fee structure and unique industry partnerships (Unreal Engine Gold Academic Partner) provide significant value. International students can avail merit-based and diversity-based scholarships as detailed below.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship Name	Eligibility	Amount
African Countries Scholarship	International students from African countries	US$ 500 - US$ 1,000 per year (as fee reduction)
Merit Scholarship (High School Grades)	International students with 75%+ in Class 12 or equivalent (excluding Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, NRI/PIO/OCI)	US$ 500 - US$ 1,000 per year (as fee reduction)
Merit Scholarship for Creative Students	International students with a strong creative portfolio (excluding Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, NRI/PIO/OCI)	Amount based on portfolio evaluation (as fee reduction)

Scholarships are awarded as a reduction in tuition fee, not as a cash payment.
There is no separate scholarship application; scholarships are evaluated during the admission process.
Scholarship renewal is subject to maintaining 75% attendance and 50% grades each year.
For domestic Indian students, no specific institutional scholarships are listed; however, students may apply for state government scholarships (MP Scholarship Portal) or central government scholarships (NSP) based on category and income criteria.
Contact: intladmissions@artemisiacollege.com for international scholarship queries.

ACAD B.Des Game Design FAQs

Ques. What makes ACAD Indore's B.Des Game Design program unique compared to other game design colleges in India?

Ans. ACAD is India's only Gold Level Unreal Engine Academic Partner (awarded by Epic Games), which is a significant distinction. This gives students direct access to workshops and seminars by Epic Games, priority internship and career opportunities, the ability to showcase work on the official Unreal Student Showcase platform, project funding, and advance software access. ACAD also has its own in-house animation production studio and hosted the Global Game Jam in Madhya Pradesh for the first time.

Ques. What game engines and software will I learn in the B.Des Game Design program at ACAD?

Ans. The curriculum covers a comprehensive software stack: Photoshop and Illustrator (Year 1), Spine Animation, Unity 2D (Year 2), Autodesk Maya, ZBrush, Substance Painter, Unreal Engine 5, and AR/VR development (Year 3), and advanced Unity 3D, Unreal Engine, and AI in gaming (Year 4). Students also learn C# programming for Unity scripting throughout the program.

Ques. What are the salary prospects for B.Des Game Design graduates from ACAD Indore?

Ans. In India, joining salaries for game designers are around Rs. 7-20 Lakhs per annum depending on skills and the employer. Internationally, the average salary in the game industry is US$ 60,000-80,000 per annum (approximately Rs. 50-67 Lakhs). ACAD's placement cell actively assists students in securing internships and jobs at companies like EA, Ubisoft, Rockstar Games, and Indian studios like 99Games and Games2Win.

Ques. Is a digital pen tablet mandatory for the B.Des Game Design program?

Ans. Yes, in addition to a laptop, students are required to purchase a digital pen tablet as it is an essential tool for the game design curriculum (used for digital drawing, concept art, and 2D asset creation). The specifications for both the laptop and pen tablet are provided by the college at the time of admission. These are additional costs not included in the tuition fee.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation available at ACAD Indore for Game Design students?

Ans. Yes, ACAD Indore offers optional hostel accommodation at Rs. 10,000-12,000 per month, which includes food (breakfast, lunch, evening tea, dinner), laundry, cleaning, and Wi-Fi. The hostel charges may vary year to year. College bus transport is also available on pre-determined routes at an additional charge.

Ques. Can a student with no prior gaming or programming experience join the B.Des Game Design program at ACAD?

Ans. Yes, the program is designed to take students from zero to industry-ready. Year 1 starts with fundamentals of art, history of games, basic game design concepts, and an introduction to programming (C# and Unity). No prior gaming, programming, or design experience is required. The ACAD Entrance Exam tests creative aptitude, not technical knowledge. Students with a passion for games and creativity are encouraged to apply.

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Fees is divided into 1.2 LPA which is further bifurcated into 3 installments of 40k throughout the year. There is no compulsion as to by which month the dues need to be cleared but it is mandatory to clear the dues before appearing for final exams

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My course fee starts from 135000.And every year 5000 rupees get increased in our fee structure, my college provides me better facilities in this really short amount of fees compare to other colleges who provide this course.

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1st yr fee 145000 2nd yr fee 150000 3rd yr fee 155000 4th yr fee 160000 The total cost will be 7-8 lakhs No scholarship are available Not sure about jobs and all, but College provides internship to good students

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fess are beased on check or online method payment they charge it every yearly in first year there fees are 145000 is there tution fee and non refundable fee are 3000 in first year 2 year fee is 150000 3 year 155000 in 4 year 160000 ihat total is about 600000

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