Netflix, in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT), has announced scholarships for 100 students and working professionals across India . Under the initiative, selected participants will receive up to 80% financial support on program fees for six specialized courses in animation, visual effects, gaming, comics and other emerging creative technologies.
The scholarship program is part of the Netflix India Storytelling Initiative, which aims to strengthen India's creative talent pipeline and prepare aspiring professionals for opportunities in the rapidly evolving Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming and Comics (AVGC) ecosystem.
What is Netflix India Storytelling Initiative
The scholarship initiative will support learners pursuing six professional programs offered by IICT. These include two one-year diploma programs and four six-month certificate programs. Selected candidates can receive financial assistance of up to 80% of the program fees.
The opportunity is open to both students and working professionals from across India, making specialized creative-technology education more accessible to those looking to start or advance their careers in the sector.
Courses Covered Under Netflix Scholarship
One-Year Diploma Programs:
- Interactive Comics & Sequential Arts
- Visual Effects Mastery
Six-Month Certificate Programs:
- Virtual Art Department Content Creation
- Media Tech Workflow
- Art of Character Animation
- E-Sports & Gaming Management
What is the Netflix India Storytelling Initiative?
The scholarship program is part of the Netflix India Storytelling Initiative, which was introduced following a meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos on August 5, 2026.
During the meeting, the importance of India's rich storytelling heritage and its large pool of creative talent was highlighted. The initiative seeks to invest in India's emerging creative talent and equip the next generation of storytellers with skills relevant to the rapidly changing content and creative technology industry
The initiative focuses particularly on the AVGC ecosystem, covering:
- Animation
- Visual Effects
- Gaming
- Comics
- Creative technology
- Extended Reality and related fields
Benefits
The scholarship is intended for:
- Students interested in creative technology careers
- Aspiring animators and VFX professionals
- Gaming enthusiasts and professionals
- Comics and digital storytelling talent
- Working professionals looking to upgrade their skills
- Candidates seeking specialised training in emerging creative technologies
Scholarship is Important
The creative technology industry is undergoing rapid transformation due to advancements in digital production, visual effects, gaming, artificial intelligence and immersive technologies.
For students and professionals, specialized training can help build practical skills that are increasingly relevant to the media and entertainment sector. The Netflix-IICT scholarship combines financial assistance with industry-oriented education, potentially making professional training more accessible to talented candidates.
The collaboration also brings global industry expertise into the learning environment, which can help students understand professional workflows and international standards.