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About Gujarat Maritime Board – The Promoter

The Maritime Brand of India

Gujarat Maritime Board (GMB) is a statutory body set up under the Gujarat Maritime

Board Act, 1981.

GMB’s broad mandate is to regulate, operate, promote and facilitate the non-major

ports of Gujarat.

GMB’s visionary policies and farsighted initiatives have ensured Gujarat’s place as a

frontrunner maritime state of India.

st1 Maritime Board of the Country

st1 operating LNG Terminal of

India at Dahej

st1 & largest port based Grassroot

refinery of India at Sikka

Largest Multipurpose Private

Port of India at Mundra

st1 to announce Port Policy (1995)

st1 Private Port of India at Pipavav

st1 dedicated Chemical Terminal of

India at Dahej

“Cradle to Graveyard”

concept for ships in Gujarat

World’s Ship Recycling largest

Yard at Alang

st1 to invite Private sector

participation in Port sector

www.gmbports.org

“Considering the fact that the demand for global seafarers is likely to increase drastically,

Gujarat visualizes the setting up of a knowledge bank in close collaboration with

Maritime Industry, academia and government. Inspired by the success of Pandit

Deendayal Petroleum University, the state port sector is actively contemplating

development of a Maritime University in Gujarat to meet the demand for skilled

manpower for the maritime industry. The state port department has also tied up with

one Gujarat based university to commence courses in Marine Engineering. Similarly,

post graduate courses with specialization in maritime and shipping sectors are being

promoted jointly with the Gujarat University.”

- Narendra Modi

Quote of Hon'ble Prime Minister

when he was the Hon'ble Chief Minister, Gujarat

“We are envisioning the development of a World Class Maritime University to cater to the

growing need for providing skilled manpower as well as to promote research and innovation

in the maritime sector”.

- Vijay Rupani

Hon'ble Chief Minister, Gujarat

When we talk about the port sector in India, the first name that comes to mind is Gujarat

Maritime Board. Recognised by the Hon'ble Prime Minister as the Maritime Brand of India,

Gujarat Maritime Board has played a key role in living and defending Gujarat's rich maritime

legacy. It is this continuous effort that ensures that Gujarat remains a leader not just in port and

port led development, but also in providing skilled professionals necessary for this sector to

grow.

Gujarat Maritime University is a step in this direction. To begin with, we have established

School of Maritime Law, Policy & Administration in 2019 with LL.M & PGD programmes

offering specializations in Maritime Law and International Trade Law. Law in the context of

maritime sector is a niche area. Laws pertaining to trade over sea or events that occur at sea are

very different from everyday laws as these matters also involve international regulations and

policies. Very limited opportunities for skill development are available in India for those who

are keen to pursue a career in these subjects. Going forward, it shall be our endeavour to

establish several other Schools and Centres under the University to cater to the growing need of

skills in the sphere of maritime education.

I invite you to build a career in the maritime sector, opportunities of which have largely

remained in the shadow as the sector in total has not been marketed. We have eminent

academicians and industry stalwarts to help you navigate your career to greater heights.

Shri Mukesh Kumar, IAS

Provost

Industry speaks

Investing in human capital will be the game changer in next few decades and Gujarat’s timely intervention with

the development of Gujarat Maritime University will help the State reap the benefits of its visionary thinking.

This initiative will ensure that trained students are taken on board which will in turn enhance India’s

competitiveness in the changing face of maritime industry across the globe. Such reactiveness grandly

demonstrates the state’s commitment and preparedness in developing the maritime sector which will go a long

way in building tomorrow’s maritime infrastructure.

I congratulate the Gujarat Maritime Board team on this wonderful and welcome initiative.

I congratulate the Government of Gujarat and the Gujarat Maritime Board for setting up the Gujarat Maritime

University – the first in the state. I am confident that the university will provide unlimited opportunities in the

maritime sector for the talented youth of Gujarat.

The Government of India has undertaken several proactive initiatives to realize the vast and untapped potential

in the maritime sector. Being home to a number of world-class ports, and the largest coastline among the Indian

states, Gujarat has the potential to spearhead India’s transformation into a global maritime superpower.In

order to keep pace with the changing trends in the maritime industry, India has to focus on building a skilled and

competent human capital.

I therefore see the setting up of the Gujarat Maritime University as a game-changer. The university will be

instrumental in reinforcing Gujarat’s image as the leading state in Maritime infrastructure and trade. The

youth of the country stand to gain immensely out of yet another laudable and proactive initiative by the

Government of Gujarat.

Mukesh AmbaniChairman & Managing Director,

Reliance Industries

Gautam AdaniChairman,

Adani Group

LL.M - Maritime Law

PGD - Maritime Law

LL.M - Trade LawInternational

PGD - Trade LawInternational

The Indian Maritime sector has been consistently exhibiting strong growth and is slated to be the maritime market of the future. The

establishment of Gujarat Maritime University (GMU) is an endeavor by the Gujarat Maritime Board to provide a fillip to this growth by

bridging the knowledge gap within the industry.

The Gujarat Maritime University has been established under the Gujarat Private Universities Act, 2009. The prime objective of the

University is to be a global centre of excellence in maritime education, research and development, professional training and it aims to

enhance and increase the human capital and capacity of maritime industry both in India and across the globe. The aspiration is to

serve the global maritime community by producing educated and well trained professionals in the maritime domain.

In the first phase, the University plans to offer programs catering to the commercial aspects of maritime value chain like maritime law,

shipping finance and economics, maritime management, logistics, ship broking, ship finance, chartering, ship management just to

name a few. The first phase will also have short term Executive Development Programs and Management Development Programs.

The second phase will focus on the technical aspects.

Gujarat Maritime University - The Institution par Excellence

VISION BLUEPRINT OF THE UNIVERSITY

MISSION

To be global center of excellence in maritime education, research

and development, professional training with an aim to enhance

the capacity of maritime industry both in India and across the

globe.

Established Upcoming

To provide world class education focused on areas across the

value chain of the maritime industry

To empower students to excel in global maritime industry

through an interdisciplinary approach to learning

To address the challenges of the industry and encourage

innovation through cutting-edge research and collaboration

with industry

To serve the global maritime community by producing

educated and well trained individuals

The GMU Advantage

GMU boasts of many unique advantages that students can benefit from. GMU is committed to ensuring that all its students are

provided the same opportunities that they may find at any other International University of repute.

INTERNATIONAL LECTURE SERIES

GMU has hosted many international faculty and industry experts who have brought with them their wealth of experience and

insight to ensure that GMU's students obtain a holistic understanding of their course and its implications in the real world. Below

are some of the prominent experts who have visited our campus:

Dr. Adolfo Giuliani

Marie Curie Fellow, Center of Excellence in

Law (Eurostorie), University of Helsinki,

Finland

Prof. Tomer Broude

Academic Director, Minerva Centre for Human

Rights, Hebrew University of Jerusalem,

Israel

Ms. Ruth P. Stevens

Adjunct Professor, New York University,

New York

Mr. David Morris

Partner, Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW),

London

Dr. Krystian Antoni Complak

Professor of Constitutional Law,

University of Wroclaw,

Poland

Frequent exposure to industry experts is necessary to bridge the gap between theoretical understanding of concepts and practical

implementation of the same. Industry experts are regularly invited to showcase issues being faced by organisations, the thought

process behind problem solving and the steps taken for solution implementation.

SECTOR EXPERT LECTURE SERIES

The GMU Advantage

Prof. (Dr.) Jose P. Verghese

Arbitrator & Consultant Legal Practitioner at

Supreme Court and High Court of Delhi,

New Delhi

Mr. Punit OzaExecutive Director, Singapore Chamber of Maritime Arbitration, Singapore

Mr. Jagmeet Makkar

Maritime Arbitrator,

Shipping & Energy Consultant,

Hong Kong

Mr. Mike Bajaj

Maritime Arbitrator,

Of-Counsel at TMT Law Practice,

New Delhi

Dr. Srinivas Burra

Asst. Professor,

South Asian University,

New Delhi

Commodore Odakkal Johnson

Director & Head of Research,

Maritime History Society,

Mumbai

Prof. (Dr.) Adhya Bharti Saxena

Professor of History

Maharaja Sayajirao University,

Baroda

Mr. Hari Narayan

Partner & Maritime Lawyer at United

Maritime Law Chambers,

Cochin

stInternships @ GMU (LL.M 1 batch)

100% Internships

Student

representation

from 14 States

stGender Distribution @ GMU (LL.M 1 batch) stRegional Distribution @ GMU (LL.M 1 batch)

Foreign National category seats are

available to foreign nationals only i.e

candidates with foreign citizenship.

Candidates seeking admission under

Foreign National category are not

required to appear in CLAT and shall

apply directly to GMU for consideration of

their candidature. The minimum eligibility

criteria is same as above.

LL.M with Global Externship(Indian Nationals)

LL.M without Global Externship(Indian Nationals)

LL.M with Global Externship(Foreign Nationals & NRI)

LL.M without Global Externship(Foreign Nationals & NRI)

PGD with Global Externship(Indian Nationals)

PGD without Global Externship(Indian Nationals)

PGD with Global Externship(Foreign Nationals & NRI)

PGD without Global Externship(Foreign Nationals & NRI)

Rs. 4,60,500 /-

Rs. 1,80,000 /-

Rs. 3,90,500 /- +USD 4000

Rs. 1,10,000 /- +USD 4000

Rs. 4,00,000 /-

Rs. 1,20,000 /-

Rs. 3,30,000 /- +USD 4000

Rs. 50,000 /- +USD 4000

International Collaborations

For applying visit

www.gmu.edu.in

GMU holds the right to amend the fees structure without any prior notice. Hostel fees are likely to change. This shall be uploaded on the website subsequently.

GMU has signed MoU with renowned global institutions like Erasmus University

and STC International - based out of Rotterdam, Netherlands

Eligibility Criteria

Graduate degree from a recognized

University

Selection Process:

Admission shall be granted to eligible

candidate after due scrutiny and evaluation

of the application.

Admissions to Post Graduate Diploma

Eligibility Criteria

LL.B. degree from a recognized University,

with not less than 55% marks

(50% in case of SC/ST students)

Selection Process:

Scores of CLAT would be considered

Admission and Fees

*GMU shall conduct its own entrance exam for filling up the vacant seats

Admissions to LL.M

LIFE @ GMU

State-of-the-art Library GMU Open Badminton Tournament Campus Diversity

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mPort Visits

Soft Skills TrainingSunday Wellness - Yoga Sessions

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