KRAFTON India has partnered with IIT Madras to launch KIGI Academy, a specialized initiative to build a robust game development talent ecosystem in India.

  • KRAFTON India and IIT Madras have launched the KIGI Academy.
  • The initiative aims to build a professional game development talent ecosystem.
  • Students will gain hands-on experience in coding, design, UI/UX, and art.
  • The 6-month program includes on-site learning at IIT-M and a residency at KRAFTON's Bengaluru HQ.

In a strategic move to bolster India's position in the global gaming industry, KRAFTON India has announced a landmark partnership with the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT-M). Together, they have launched KIGI Academy, an industry-academia initiative dedicated to cultivating a world-class game development talent ecosystem.

The academy is designed to provide students with an immersive, end-to-end learning experience. Participants will dive deep into the technical and creative aspects of the industry, covering essential domains such as coding, game design, UI/UX, digital art, and product development. This ensures that the next generation of developers is not just theoretically sound but industry-ready.

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Program Structure and Selection

The KIGI Academy offers a comprehensive six-month, fully funded program. The curriculum is split into two distinct phases: a four-month intensive on-site learning period at the IIT-M campus, followed by a two-month immersive residency at KRAFTON India’s headquarters in Bengaluru. This structure allows students to transition seamlessly from academic learning to professional application.

Selection for the program will be rigorous. A total of 30 students will be chosen from the IIT-M student body, with a highly selective group of 10 students advancing to the residential phase in Bengaluru. This competitive approach ensures that only the most dedicated and talented individuals are groomed for high-level industry roles.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that as the global gaming market shifts towards more diverse and technically complex titles, the demand for skilled developers is skyrocketing. By bridging the gap between elite technical education and industry expertise, KRAFTON and IIT-M are positioning India to be a major contributor to global game production, rather than just a consumer market.

This collaboration represents a pivotal shift in how technical talent is nurtured for the creative digital economy.
Did You Know?: The global gaming industry is now larger than the movie and music industries combined in terms of total revenue.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who is eligible for the KIGI Academy?
The program is currently open to the students of the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT-M).

2. Where will the residency phase take place?
The two-month residency phase will be held at KRAFTON India's headquarters in Bengaluru.