Is This You?
- You just passed 12th (Arts, Commerce or Science) and want a creative career, not years of pure theory.
- You passed 12th a few years ago, started working, and now feel stuck because you have no degree.
- You left college midway and want a fresh, practical start.
- You are good with phones, social media or drawing, and want to turn that into a real profession.
If any of these sound like you, you are not late. Many people start their degree at 20, 23, even 28. What matters is choosing a degree that actually leads to work.
Why a Degree Still Matters in India
Skills get you hired. But in India, a degree often decides whether your CV is even read. Here is where you will feel the difference:
| Situation | 12th pass only | With a graduate degree |
|---|---|---|
| Company job applications | Filtered out by many HR portals | Eligible for most openings |
| Government exams (for example SSC CGL) | Not eligible for graduate-level posts | Eligible[3] |
| Higher studies (MBA, MSc, MA) | Not possible | Possible |
| Jobs or study abroad | Very limited | Usually required |
| Promotions to manager level | Often blocked | Easier |
Took a Gap After 12th? Here's the Truth
A gap after school is very common in India: family reasons, money, a job, preparing for exams. For an undergraduate degree, the key requirement is your 12th pass certificate. A gap does not usually stop you from joining. It is always wise to confirm your own details with the admissions team before paying.
What employers will ask is simple: 'What did you do in those years?' Working, freelancing, even running a family business are all good answers. Combined with a degree and a strong portfolio, a gap stops mattering.
Why a Multimedia Degree Instead of a Regular BA or BCom?
A regular degree gives you the certificate, but you still have to find and learn job skills separately after three years. A multimedia degree gives you both in the same three years.
| Regular BA / BCom | Short diploma only | BSc Multimedia & Animation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| University degree | Yes | No | Yes (UGC-recognised) |
| Job-ready creative skills | No | Yes, one skill | Yes, several skills |
| Portfolio at the end | No | Small | 3 years of real work |
| Can earn while studying | Rarely | After the course | From around Month 6 |
| Maths needed | Depends | No | No |
The skills covered usually include graphic design, video editing, motion graphics, web design and development, digital marketing with SEO, and animation and VFX, with AI tools used across the subjects. That mix means you can apply for many kinds of jobs, not just one.
Earn While You Learn
For someone who has already been working, or whose family needs support, three years without income is hard. That is why an earn-while-you-learn model matters. After the first semester of design and video basics, students can start doing supervised client projects, internships and freelance work, and graduate with real experience on their CV.
At CABA, the multimedia degree follows this model: students can start earning from Month 6, in the range of ₹12,000 to ₹50,000+ a month as their skills and projects grow. See the BSc Multimedia & Animation degree page for details.
How to Check a University Is Genuine (Do This First)
Search online and you will see ads like 'complete your graduation in one year'. Be very careful. A genuine undergraduate degree in India takes three or four years. Before you pay anyone, spend ten minutes checking:
- 1Find the university name
Ask the institute exactly which university awards the degree. A training centre is not a university by itself.
- 2Check it on the UGC website
The University Grants Commission publishes lists of recognised universities, including deemed-to-be universities, on its website[2].
- 3Check the university's own website
It should clearly state its status. For example, Lingaya's Vidyapeeth states it is a Deemed-to-be University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956[1].
- 4Ask for the exact degree name
Make sure the name on your final degree certificate is written in your admission papers.
- 5Get everything in writing
Fees per semester, total duration, exam process and the job guarantee, if any.
The CABA multimedia degree is awarded through Lingaya's Vidyapeeth, a deemed-to-be university in Faridabad, Delhi NCR, with CABA as the training partner in South Delhi. You can verify this yourself using the steps above.
Strong Basics Last a Whole Career
Software changes every few years. What designers used in the 1990s is very different from today, and AI is changing tools again right now. But the basics do not change: composition, colour, typography, storytelling and understanding a client's goal. People who learn these properly can pick up any new tool, including AI, in weeks.
That is the real value of a three-year degree in this field. It is not just a certificate. It is time to build strong basics, a real portfolio and working experience. Before choosing any institute, ask to see its fee and placement terms in writing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a gap certificate to join a degree after a gap?
Some universities ask for a simple gap affidavit or gap certificate that explains what you did during the gap years. It is a routine document, usually made on stamp paper. Ask the admissions team whether your university needs one.
Can I do a degree if I passed 12th many years ago?
Yes. For an undergraduate degree the main requirement is a 12th pass certificate, and a gap after school usually does not stop you. Confirm the details for your own case with the admissions team before paying fees.
Is a BSc in Multimedia a real degree?
When it is awarded by a UGC-recognised university, it is a full undergraduate degree, not a diploma. Always check the university's name on the UGC website.
Can Arts or Commerce students do BSc Multimedia?
Yes. Students from any stream can join after 12th, and no Maths is needed. The subjects are design, video, web, digital marketing and animation, all taught from the basics.
Can I work while doing the multimedia degree?
Many students start doing paid projects from around Month 6, once they have learned design and video basics. This helps people who need an income while studying.
What jobs can I get after a multimedia degree?
Graphic designer, video editor, motion graphics artist, web designer, UI/UX designer, digital marketing executive, SEO specialist, animator, VFX artist and content creator, in agencies, production houses, companies or as a freelancer.
References
- Lingaya's Vidyapeeth (Deemed-to-be University u/s 3 of UGC Act 1956) — Lingaya's Vidyapeeth
- University Grants Commission – lists of universities — UGC, Govt. of India
- Staff Selection Commission – examination notices and eligibility — SSC, Govt. of India
