A GIFT City institute, set up in partnership with
GIFT International Fintech Institute (GIFT IFI) is a pioneering initiative established by Gujarat International Finance Tech City Company Limited (GIFTCL) in partnership with Ahmedabad University, the Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar, and the University of California San Diego.
Our mission is to drive India's financial services and fintech sector forward by providing cutting-edge education, research, and innovation for working professionals and young graduates, collaboratively with industry. We are committed to address the evolving needs of the fintech sector with innovative solutions through deep applied research and fostering a vibrant fintech ecosystem.
By leveraging the strengths of our partner institutions and the unique environment of GIFT City, we aim to position GIFT IFI as a global hub for fintech excellence.
Growth of the Indian economy will be secularly linked to financial intermediation, creation of new kinds of jobs, and innovation in technology and business models in fintech. We, Ahmedabad University, IIT Gandhinagar, and UC San Diego are committed to grow the larger fintech ecosystem by bringing our extensive institutional strengths towards developing cutting edge fintech training and academic programme at the GIFT International Fintech Institute. We will build a new talent at scale and with global capabilities by collaboratively developing programmes with industry and leading global academics. Together, we will address the evolving needs of the financial sector with innovative solutions and through deep applied research, provide new ideas to the industry and the regulators. The Institute will also work closely with industry to reorient early and mid-career professionals towards technology driven financial solutions and service.
The GIFT International FinTech Institute is set to be a catalyst for change by creating high-impact training, certification, and skill development programs in FinTech and allied domains. These initiatives will meet global industry and academia benchmarks, empowering students and professionals from varied domains with the skills relevant to emerging market needs. IIT Gandhinagar, Ahmedabad University, UC San Diego, and GIFT City envision fostering a globally competitive talent base that strengthens India’s role in the financial landscape.
UC San Diego is excited to be part of this innovative consortium at GIFT City, a hub that is revolutionizing the FinTech landscape,” said UC San Diego Chancellor Pradeep K. Khosla. “As the first U.S. institution to establish a presence here, we are proud to contribute to the growth and transformation of India’s FinTech sector. Through our Institute, we aim to provide cutting-edge training, nurture top talent, and foster a culture of innovation, ultimately driving the next wave of financial technologies and economic progress in the region.
Building fintech talent at scale.
Please stay tuned for more details and the application process that will be announced soon.
Upskilling professionals and young graduates to meet the evolving needs of the fintech industry.
Addressing industry challenges through innovative research solutions.
Collaborating with leading industry players to bridge the gap between academia and industry.
Fostering international partnerships to promote knowledge sharing and innovation.
Capacity building for startups and incubation.
