BIT JAIPUR CAMPUS
Birla Institute of Technology, Jaipur Campus is an integral part of Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra (Ranchi) established in 1995. The focus of the institute is to provide quality education in Engineering, Sciences, Animation & multimedia and Management disciplines with technology and professional exposure through innovative programs & practices. With excellent performance, progressive mind set and the good will earned, it is today one of the leading institutes in the field of Engineering, Applied Sciences and Management. The campus is in the southern- east part of the city which is an upcoming hub of important installations and development activities in residential, institutional and business areas. The campus is within 5-7 km reach from the airport, railway station and bus stand.
Development Vision
Development is a never-ending process, undoubtedly, knowledge spread, innovative concepts, innovative practices and technology breakthroughs are at core of this process. In the professional education domain, it is a two-dimensional need for upgrading knowledge and infrastructure - one to understand the fast happening conceptual and technology breakthroughs and second to facilitate new such breakthroughs to take place with more knowledge inputs and basic research. In the present competitive environment, it is now a willing compulsion for a capable and growth-oriented organization to be a part of contemporary development process. With excellent performance, progressive mind set and good will earned, the BIT Jaipur Campus has a long-term vision to consolidate its strength and excel in engineering, applied science and management education and research in emerging areas.
Training & Placement Cell
The campus has a placement cell which works in close guidance of the centralized placement division of main campus at Mesra, Ranchi to guide students about their career plan, to train them and to facilitate their placement in reputed organizations. Training and Placement cell regularly interact with prospective employers for their feedback and the internal team help students to develop their skill set and to help them in their employability.
BIT Jaipur Campus has an excellent record of quality placement along with selection of students in premier institutions in the country and abroad for higher studies. most students are working in various prestigious companies like ; Double Negative, Whatsapp, Microsoft, Technicolor India, Color & Magic, Xentrix Studios, Prime Focus, Microsoft, Deloitte, Dataquest Entertainment Ltd, Tech 3, Sony Pictures, Zee Network, Star plus, Doordarshan, Midi Tec., Marwah Studio, Beehives, Aniguru, HCL, Maya Entertainment Ltd., 3D Solutions, Tata Elxsi, Reliance Media works, Rhythm & Hues, Eden Animation Studio, Crest Animation Studios, Green Gold Entertainment, Home Road Productions, Talvania Labs, Qubit Colors, Animagic, Toonkaar Sona Entertainment, Coffee Bean Media, Dhruva Games, 88 Pictures, Extra Marks, Integral Solutions, Voylla Fashons, Girnar Soft, Mastree, BYJU’s, Unacademy, Accenture, PWC, NHSRC, MTX, Brain Rig, Fujita Corporation, Sparrow Films, RSG Stones, Elipse, Poornima University, IIS University, Amity University, JECRC University, Sangfroid Media works, NCERT, National Book Trust, Red Apple Media & Entertainment and other various animation & Multimedia related production studios and organizations. Some of the students have started their own entrepreneurship successfully.
Achievements & Research Strength of the Department
BIT is a distinguished research-oriented institution committed to advancing high-quality academic programs alongside innovative research initiatives. With a strong emphasis on enriching academic content through impactful research, the BIT Jaipur campus offers robust infrastructure designed to support excellence in scholarly and creative pursuits.
The Animation & Multimedia Department has achieved several notable milestones. These include the successful production of two short films on air pollution for Columbia University, USA, and ten short films on Critical Life Skills for NCERT, Government of India, all of which are featured on the official NCERT website and YouTube channel. Additionally, the department has executed two animation projects focused on social and medical awareness for the Ministry of Health, Government of Rajasthan; these projects are regularly broadcast on Doordarshan and other platforms.
The creative works of our faculty and students are consistently showcased at national and international exhibitions and film festivals, reflecting our commitment to innovation and artistic excellence. Among our recent accomplishments is the development of an international comic book titled “Chai Pe Croissant,” which celebrates the cultural exchange between India and France. We have also completed an animated short film on Contract Management for LIMPICO SARL, a reputed France-based company.
Currently, our faculty members and students are actively engaged in the design phase of an international animation project, further strengthening our global outlook and collaborative spirit. In addition, the Animation & Multimedia Department has recently established an international collaboration with the Nil Desperandum Foundation, Poland, to develop an animation and comics-based project centered on historical narratives.
Main Facilities, Labs and Equipment
Building & Campus: The institute is built up in about 10 Acre land (40000 Sq M). The built up area is about 6700 Sq M consisting of 14 Class Rooms, 15 Laboratories, Computer labs with 495 computers, Mechanical Workshop, Seminar Hall, Common Computer/Internet Access Centre with 59 Computers, Library Hall, Canteen Hall, Indoor Sports & Gymnasium Hall (indoor -outdoor), Music Room, Student Rooms for Boys and Girls and Administrative block.
The institute has high speed optical fiber-based Wi-Fi facility throughout the campus for internet connectivity. Student facilities and academic blocks are fully Air-conditioned.
The institute has quality lab and software infrastructure. All required software and advanced lab equipment are available in the institute to conduct offered courses along with equipment required for Mechanical Workshop. There is a well-equipped Multimedia lab in the campus.
Facilities, Labs and Equipment available in Animation & Multimedia Department
The department is equipped with four state-of-the-art laboratories: Multimedia Lab, Animation Lab, Audio-Visual (VFX) Lab, and Game Design Lab, collectively housing over 50 high-performance systems from leading brands such as HP, Apple (iMac), and Dell. In addition, the department features a dedicated Drawing Studio with 30 classical animation discs, 30 high-end pen tablets, and a line test machine to support traditional and digital animation practices.
A specialized Visual Effects Lab, outfitted with advanced Apple iMac systems, facilitates high-end compositing and editing work. The department also provides a wide range of equipment, including professional lighting setups, stop-motion animation kits, the latest digital cameras, a 3D printer, and VR headsets, ensuring comprehensive hands-on learning experiences.
To support practical training, the department is equipped with the latest versions of industry-standard software, including Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Animate, Premiere Pro, InDesign, Audition, and Lightroom Classic), Autodesk Maya, Blender, Unreal Engine, Krita, and MonkeyJam, among others.
Furthermore, to enhance students’ communication skills, the institution offers a fully equipped Digital English Language Lab.
Library:
The institute library has a good collection of text and reference books along with regular subscription of international & national journals, magazines, newspapers etc. The digital library is also provided with high end computers.
Other Training Tools:
Digital English Language lab, iThenticate (Anti Plagiarism Tool), Databases (Statista, Mathscinet), Virtual Lab, Online Web and Video Courses, Open Access Dissertation and Theses etc.
Focus on competence in Communication Skills, IT Software Tools & E-Learning:
Communication Skills and proficiency in IT Software tools are two key components of the efficient execution and success in professional environment now days. The institute provides ample training to the students through following resources;
- Digital English Language lab
- Online learning resources like e-books, e-journals, etc.
- Skill development in Excel
- Training from experts through invited lectures and workshops, main among them is from reputed TIME Institute
Faculty:
All the faculty members are well qualified and have a good academic, industrial and research background. Faculty members have been selected as per UGC/AICTE norms and based on high merit standards of BIT, Mesra. All Selections are made centrally by Main Campus and the faculty are placed on regular basis in UGC grade as per 7th pay commission recommendations.
Student Activities (Technical, Creative, Sports & Other Extra Curricular Activities)
The institute provides excellent facilities to support a wide range of student activities, including sports, technical, and cultural engagements. A variety of major annual events are organized to encourage holistic development and active participation among students. These include:
- Vibrations (Cultural Event)
- TechVibes (Technical Event)
- Cavorts (Sports Event)
- Artist of the Month
- Educational Trips
- Outdoor Classes
- Creative Verse (a series of creative and technical workshops)
- TEDx Talks
- Participation in prominent platforms such as Comic Con, Jaipur International Film Festival, New Delhi Film Festivals, International Research Conferences, Animation Design Exhibitions, Film Showcases, and other related activities
In addition to these, for technology exposure and professional grooming, the institute has following student forums; IETE student Chapter, CSI Student Chapter, Technical Clubs, Entrepreneur Cell, Girl up (International club), Drama club, Photography club and Industrial Interaction Cell. For physical fitness of the students, the institution has a well-equipped Gymnasium. For the social development of students, the institution has a dedicated cultural activity center along with a performing arts and music Centre. Industrial Tours are conducted time to time to visit institute of eminence, industries, CSIR Labs and historical places across India.
Student Development Activities in Animation & Multimedia Department
The academic excellence, which is a unique feature of BIT, Mesra, focuses on the Case Method of teaching which the primary tool for learning at BIT. Besides, seminars, lectures, workshops, educational trips, film festivals, art exhibition and industrial visits facilitate effective learning amongst the students. The students are over enthusiastic and excited to participate in the extra -curricular activities held in campus or outside the campus in other institutions. Students indulge themselves in various technical clubs based on different interests and they organize various events both technical and intellectual.
The technical club operating in the department is:
- Animation Film Club (activities related to animation- flip-book, classical animation, animation movie-making, comic making, visual effects etc.)
- Digital Game Club: (activities related to digital games- VR games, 3D games, 2D games, concept art, game play etc.)
The department holds active membership with several esteemed animation societies and professional organizations, which provide valuable exposure and learning opportunities for both students and faculty members. Through collaboration with these bodies, the department regularly organizes conferences, seminars, and workshops conducted by industry experts.
The key associations include:
- RAMA (Rising AVGC-XR Media Association)
- TASI (The Animation Society of India)
- JIFF (Jaipur International Film Festival)
- NDFF (New Delhi Film Festival)
- JKM (Jaipur Kala Mahotsav)
These collaborations play a vital role in bridging the gap between academia and industry, while fostering creativity, professional networking, and skill development.
SAARC Jaipur (Student Alumni Association Relationship Cell)
BIT has strong Alumni cell with strength, and all students have access to Alumni Knowledge and Placement resources throughout the world. Prominent Alumni are well connected with the Institute through the BITMAA cell. Alumni cell annual meetings are conducted by student cell – SARC Jaipur
Accommodation Facility
Limited Girls Hostel in the campus and Vetted PG facilities are available nearby (around 200 Meters) the institute campus. Regular visits are done by institute team to monitor the facilities provided by the PG owners specially hygiene, food quality and security of the students etc.
Canteen
BIT Jaipur campus has a good spacious Canteen and offers hygienic food services, meeting the student satisfaction at a very reasonable price. It is supervised by the committee of BIT staff and student members.
Medical Facilities
Medical counsellors are available. Periodical visit of the Doctors are carried out in the campus. First aid and sick room facility is available in the premises