Institutional Annual Membership

Fee:

  • College: ₹10,000 / year
  • Institution: ₹25,000 / year
  • University: ₹50,000 / year

For: Universities, colleges, and training institutes offering programs in Animation, VFX, Gaming, or related creative media disciplines.

Member Benefits:

  • Represented through two nominated members from the institution.
  • Partner with APVAGA on training programs, curriculum development, and skill-building initiatives.
  • Subsidized participation for students in hackathons, challenges, and creative competitions.
  • Recognition as an official APVAGA Partner Institution across events and publications.
  • Opportunities to represent your institution at expos, summits, and industry pavilions.
  • Access to research collaborations and innovation projects under the APVAGA network.
  • Use the “Member of APVAGA” badge on institutional websites, marketing, and event materials (as per branding guidelines).

Membership FAQs

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APVAGA offers three types of annual memberships designed to support individuals, studios, and educational institutions across the creative media ecosystem.

Professional Annual Membership — ₹5,000 / year
Ideal for individual artists, freelancers, and professionals working in Animation, VFX, Gaming, or XR.

Corporate Annual Membership

  • Startup Studio: ₹10,000 / year
  • Growing Studio: ₹25,000 / year
  • Established Studio: ₹50,000 / year
    Perfect for studios and production companies looking to expand, collaborate, and access APVAGA’s industry network.

Institutional Annual Membership

  • College: ₹10,000 / year
  • Institution: ₹25,000 / year
  • University: ₹50,000 / year
    Tailored for academic institutions offering creative media programs and seeking industry partnerships.

All memberships are valid for one year and include exclusive access to APVAGA events, training programs, resources, and networking opportunities.

All membership applications are carefully reviewed by the APVAGA Membership Committee. Our team evaluates each application to ensure eligibility and completeness based on the chosen membership category. Once reviewed, eligible applicants are contacted by the APVAGA team to complete the registration and payment process.

APVAGA has a membership year that runs from 1 June to 31 May, and deadlines for applications may vary between different types of membership. We will send you a confirmation email after you submit your application with more information about when you can expect to hear from us.

Yes, we will contact you by email regardless of the outcome of your application. Although we aim to contact all applicants in a timely fashion, you may not hear from us at the same time as other applicants.

Once your membership is confirmed, you’ll receive a welcome email with your Membership ID and branding guidelines. You’ll also gain access to the APVAGA Member Portal, where you can manage your profile and stay updated on association activities. Members receive a digital and physical ID card for official recognition within the AVGC-XR community. You’ll be notified about upcoming events, meetings, and initiatives, including opportunities to participate in the Annual General Meeting (AGM) as part of the association’s governance process.

We expect new members to accept the offer of membership by making a payment within four weeks of being accepted.

Memberships are valid for one year from the date of joining or renewal. You will receive reminders from the APVAGA Membership Team before your membership expiry, so you can renew on time and continue enjoying uninterrupted access to member benefits.

APVAGA has always believed in being open about what data we collect from our members and what we do with it. Find out more in our membership privacy policy.

For any questions or assistance regarding membership, please write to us at info@apvaga.org. Our team will be happy to guide you through the process and address your queries.