# What are the best free UI animation tools for students in India?

> You can learn UI animation without paying anything: Figma (free plan, plus an education plan for students), Blender (free and open source), Rive and LottieFiles (free plans), ExodeUI (free Community plan), and code libraries such as Motion and GSAP, which are free to use. Start with Figma prototypes, then pick one interactive tool, and keep your money for a paid plan only when a client project needs it.

Updated November 2026. Source: https://www.exodeui.com/questions/free-ui-animation-tools-for-students-india/

## Key takeaways

- Figma: free plan, and an education plan for verified students
- Rive, LottieFiles and ExodeUI: free plans with limits
- Blender: completely free, for 3D and 2D animation
- Motion and GSAP: free JavaScript animation libraries
- Free plans may add watermarks or splash screens on exports

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Figma free for students in India?

Figma has a free plan for everyone and an education plan for verified students and educators.

### Is After Effects free for students?

No. Adobe offers student discounts, but After Effects is a paid subscription.

### Which free tool is best for interactive animation?

Rive and ExodeUI both have free plans and are built for interactive UI. Try both.

### Can I use free plans for client work?

Check each tool's terms. Some add watermarks or splash screens on free exports.

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