Compare 4 3D Modeling courses from top providers — filter by price, level, provider & certificate.
These four 3D modeling courses cover the essential tools and techniques for creating digital models. Three are free; one costs ₹791. They suit beginners, with two offering certificates. The shortlist below helps you pick the right course for your goals.
Introduction to Blender For Beginners fits the most common reader: it is free, self-paced, and includes a certificate.
| Situation | Course to pick | Why it fits |
|---|---|---|
| Free learner who wants a certificate | Introduction to Blender For Beginners | Free and includes a certificate; 101,228 learners have taken it. |
| Absolute beginner on a budget | 3D Modeling with 3ds Max: The Quickest Way | Free on Udemy; short, 263 reviews, and a certificate. |
| Learner who wants university-backed credit | IITBombayX: Basic 3D Modeling using Blender | edX course from IIT Bombay; self-paced, 4 weeks, and a verified certificate. |
| Attribute | Free options | Paid option |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Three courses are free; no cost to enrol. | The Market Tutorialspoint course costs ₹791 (converted from USD 8.99). |
| Certificate | Two free courses give a certificate: Introduction to Blender For Beginners and IITBombayX: Basic 3D Modeling using Blender. | The Market Tutorialspoint course does not mention a certificate. |
| Duration | Self-paced; no fixed length given for the free courses. | 17 hours of content. |
| Stage | What you learn | Course that fits |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner | Interface, basic shapes, simple modelling | Introduction to Blender For Beginners |
| Beginner | Hard-surface modelling with 3ds Max | 3D Modeling with 3ds Max: The Quickest Way |
| Beginner | University-style Blender basics | IITBombayX: Basic 3D Modeling using Blender |
| Provider | Courses offered | Price range (INR) | Certify? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Udemy | 2 | Free or ₹791 | Yes (on the free courses) |
| edX | 1 | Free | Yes (verified certificate) |
| Market Tutorialspoint | 1 | ₹791 | Not stated |
These courses build job-ready skills for roles such as 3D artist, modeler, and animator. The Blender-focused courses suit indie game studios and freelance work; the 3ds Max course is common in architectural visualisation and product design teams. The IITBombayX course adds a credential recognised by academic and research organisations.
Same shortlist as below, side by side — including who runs it and why it stands out.
| Course | Provider | Rating | Price | Duration | Why pick this one |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Blender For Beginners | 4.2★ | Free | Free — and still gives a certificate | ||
| 3D Modeling with 3ds Max : The Quickest Way | 4.4★ | Free | Highest rated (4.4★ from 263 reviews) | ||
| IITBombayX: Basic 3D Modeling using Blender | 0.0★ | Free | 4 weeks | Free — certificate included | |
| Blender 3D Modeling & Animation : 20+ 3D Projects in Blender | Market Tutorialspoint | 4.2★ | $8.99 | 17h | Cheapest paid option ($8.99) |