The AVGC-XR (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics & Extended Reality) industry is one of India’s fastest-growing creative technology sectors. Through progressive policy support and collaboration between the government, industry, and academia, Andhra Pradesh aims to establish itself as a national hub for innovation and talent in this field.
At APVAGA, we believe that well-defined policies empower studios, creators, startups, and institutions to innovate with confidence. We work closely with the Government of Andhra Pradesh, the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, and various industry partners to shape, promote, and implement policies that nurture this growth ecosystem.
Below, you’ll find key state and national policy documents that define the roadmap for the future of the AVGC-XR sector.
Each document is available for download and provides valuable insights into government initiatives, incentive structures, and strategic frameworks that support industry development.
Andhra Pradesh Policies
AP Industrial Development Policy (4.0) 2024–2029
A comprehensive roadmap to position Andhra Pradesh as a globally competitive industrial hub by promoting innovation, investment, and technology-driven growth across sectors — including creative technologies and digital media.
Download PDF 📄Andhra Pradesh MSME & Entrepreneur Development Policy (4.0) 2024–2029
Focused on empowering micro, small, and medium enterprises, this policy enhances ease of doing business, provides funding support, and encourages entrepreneurship within creative and tech-led industries.
Download PDF 📄AP Tourism Policy 2024–2029
Promotes Andhra Pradesh as a dynamic destination for cultural, film, and experiential tourism — supporting opportunities for animation, gaming, and digital content creators through integrated tourism initiatives.
Download PDF 📄Andhra Pradesh Innovation & Startup Policy (4.0) 2024–2029
Designed to build a robust innovation ecosystem, this policy provides incubation support, mentorship, and funding pathways for startups in emerging sectors such as VFX, gaming, and immersive technologies.
Download PDF 📄Andhra Pradesh Data Center Policy (4.0) 2024–2029
Strengthens the state’s digital backbone by promoting data infrastructure, cloud storage, and green data centers — essential for large-scale rendering, post-production, and gaming development needs.
Download PDF 📄Andhra Pradesh IT & GCC Policy (4.0) 2024–2029
Outlines the state’s strategy to attract IT and Global Capability Centers (GCCs), create high-value digital jobs, and enable advanced technologies like AI, AR/VR, and XR content creation.
Download PDF 📄National Policies
Draft National Policy for Growth of Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comic & Extended Reality Sector in India
A comprehensive framework proposed by the Government of India to strengthen the AVGC-XR ecosystem through skill development, infrastructure support, global partnerships, and industry incentives.
Download PDF 📄Realising AVGC-XR Sector Potential in India – Report by AVGC Promotion Task Force (2022)
A landmark report outlining India’s roadmap to become a global powerhouse in creative technologies, with recommendations on education, capacity building, exports, and employment generation in the AVGC-XR sector.
Download PDF 📄National Centre of Excellence (NCoE) for Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics & Extended Reality – Union Cabinet Approval
An initiative by the Government of India to establish a dedicated National Centre of Excellence that drives research, innovation, and advanced training for the country’s rapidly growing AVGC-XR industry.
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All documents and policies listed here are publicly available resources compiled for the benefit of studios, institutions, and professionals in the AVGC-XR sector. For collaboration, queries, or recommendations related to policy development, please contact us at info@apvaga.org.
