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Gujarat Maritime University - [GMU], Gandhinagar

Gandhinagar, Gujarat
Private University
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  • Gujarat Maritime University Admissions 2023 for MBA, LLM & Ph.D. in management are ongoing. The last date to apply is June 8, 2023.
  • The last date for the Online Proctored admission test is June 11, 2023 and the last date for submitting SOP (EDP) is June 10, 2023.
  • The merit list will be declared on June 23, 2023.

Gujarat Maritime University, shortly known as GMU, was established in 2017. The University was started by the Gujarat Maritime Board Education Trust, under the Gujarat Private Universities Act of 2009. The University currently operates in the transitory campus of Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) till a permanent campus of its own is established. It is located in the capital of Gujarat, Gandhinagar, in a place called Koba. The college currently offers 3 postgraduate programs. The courses offered by the university are LLM in 2 specializations, EDP in 2 specializations and MBA in Maritime Management as well. Applications for all courses are to be done online. Students are admitted to GMU based on the marks scored in the relevant qualifying exams and entrance tests.

Gujarat Maritime University, under its Centre of Executive Education, had offered its first Executive Development Programme – “Insights in Maritime, Ports and Logistics- A Global Perspective" between March 1-17, 2021. The program was offered in collaboration with Erasmus UPT and STC International based out of the Netherlands. In addition to this, GMU has proposed several upcoming schools – School of Maritime Technology and School of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, and centres – Centre of Continuing Education (offers PhDs in various maritime-related subjects) and Centre of Faculty Development (offers short term courses for faculty across the country).

Gujarat Maritime University Highlights

Established | Institute Type 2017 | Private
Also Known As GMU
Affiliated to Government of Gujarat
Location Gandhinagar, Gujarat
Recognized by UGC
Courses Offered LLM Maritime Law, LLM International Trade Law, EDP Maritime Law, EDP International Trade Law, MBA
Application Mode Online
Admission Criteria Entrance Test, Merit
Accepted Entrance Tests CLAT/ CAT/ XAT/ MAT/ CMAT/ GMAT
Facilities Available Cafeteria, VIP Residential Complex, Recreation and Multimedia Centres, Legal History Museum, Health Care, Bank etc.
Official Website https://gmu.edu.in/ 

Gujarat Maritime University Courses

GMU offers LLM (Maritime Law & International Trade Law), EDP (Maritime Law & International Trade Law) & MBA –Shipping & Logistic courses. The following table displays the programs available in Gujarat Maritime University in detail.

Courses Details
LLM Specializations: Maritime Law, International Trade Law
Eligibility: Must have passed 12th in the first attempt. Must have an LLB/Equivalent Degree in law from a recognized university with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA in case of General Category or 45% marks or equivalent CGPA in case of SC/ST Category candidates.
Duration: 1 year
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Executive Diploma Program (EDP) Specializations: Maritime Law, International Trade Law
Eligibility:The candidates must hold a Graduate Degree in any discipline from a recognized University with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA and 45% marks or equivalent CGPA in case of SC/ST category candidates.
Duration: 1 year
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MBA Specialization: Shipping & Logistics
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent (45% marks in case of SC/ST/SEBC/EWS Category candidates)
Duration: 2 years
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Ph.D. Specialization: International Trade Law, International Environmental Law, Human Resource Management, Financial Management
Eligibility: Master's degree or a professional degree declared equivalent to the master's degree with at least 55% marks in aggregate

Read More: GMU Courses & Fee 

Admissions for all LLM courses in GMU are done based on the scores of the Common Law Admission Test and the basis of merit for all diploma courses (EDP). All candidates should meet the eligibility criteria and guidelines specified below before attempting the CLAT. MBA admission is done under State Quota seats (50%), administered by the Admission Committee for Professional Courses (ACPC) and All-India Seats (50%).

Eligibility Criteria for CLAT:

  • Candidates do not have any age limit or restrictions to the number of times to attempt CLAT.
  • Should have a degree from any law university or related with an aggregate score of 50% for candidates from the general/ PWD/ NRI/ PIO/ OCI and a minimum of 45% for candidates belonging to the SC/ ST categories.
  • Candidates who haven’t received their degrees but are appearing for the qualifying exam in the upcoming months should submit a hardcopy of proof of their passing in the respective National Law Universities at the time of admission.
  • Specially abled candidates have to choose to either bring their scribe or to request one from the CLAT office. 

Check Now: CLAT Exam Date

How to Apply?

  • To be able to apply, candidates first have to clear the Common Law Admissions Test.  Applications for CLAT are available on the official page of the Consortium of NLUs.
  • After CLAT results are out, the candidate will have to fill in the form available on the official website of GMU to apply.
  • Upon filling applications, applicants will have to pay an application fee of INR 1000 (general category), INR 500 (SC/ ST) and INR 10000 (NRI) for the LLM course. Application fee for the Executive Diploma Program is INR 4000 (general category), INR 2000 (SC/ ST/ Gujarat Domicile) and INR 10000 (NRI) and the Application fee for the MBA program is INR 1000 (general category) and INR 500 (SC/ ST/ EWS).
  • Payment can be done through NEFT, Net Banking, Credit, or Debit Cards.
  • After the selection is done, students will be notified through the publication of Online Merit and verification of documents is done.
  • For candidates applying under Foreign Nationals Category are not required to appear for CLAT but the minimum criteria would apply.
  • Candidates applying for MBA will be selected basis on the valid marks obtained in CAT/ XAT/ MAT/ CMAT/ GMAT followed by GD and PI.

Read More: GMU Admissions

Gujarat Maritime University Placements

Gujarat Maritime University (GMU) offers exceptional placement opportunities to help its students get a head-start in their professional journey.At GMU importance is given to practical experience and industry exposure in shaping the student’s future. The institute has established robust connections with renowned maritime companies, both nationally and internationally, to provide with an edge in the competitive job market. The highest package offered at GMU was INR 9.60 LPA, the average package was INR 5.2 LPA. However the median package for the previous placement season was INR 4.75 LPA. 

With a strong industry network, students can explore diverse and rewarding career pathways. GMU focuses on all-round development, mastery of soft skills, and networking opportunities for the students. In the year 2022, 100% students were placed for MBA course. Detailed below are the placement statistics of LLM for the last 3 years:

Batch Number of Graduating Students Number of Students placed Placement Percentage
2019-20 32 25 78
2020-21 39 33 85
2021-22 32 12 38

In addition to the placements in reputed law firms and companies working in the maritime sector, the students have also opted for starting their own practices at high courts and taking up opportunities in higher studies.

Cited below are the recruiters at Gujarat Maritime University:

Adani Ports & Logistics Nippon Express Ashapura Unitedlex
Invesco RSPL Maersk TCS
Pramata Tradewin TPM EY

GMU provides assistance for the internship opportunities that the students take up during the course of study. Some of the companies that offer internship opportunities at Gujarat Maritime University to the students are listed below:

APM Terminals Altacit Global SEROS Ceva Logistics
Trade Lab Singhania & Partners United Maritime Law Chamber Port of Chennai

Read More: GMU Latest News 

Gujarat Maritime University Facilities

  • Library: The college has a 24/7 library equipped with a huge collection of over 10,000 books from the maritime and trade sectors alone. The library also has several computers with access to a wide range of online journals and research papers.
  • Computer Labs: GMU has over 20 computers all with the latest machine configurations and technology. Students have access to cutting edge software and databases to facilitate their research and studies.
  • Classrooms: GMU has well-maintained classrooms furnished with new and modern furniture, smartboards and multimedia equipment. It also has a fully equipped conference room and moot courts.
  • Hostels: The university has in campus boarding facilities for both boys and girls. The rooms are well furnished and come with high-speed internet facilities and other basic amenities.
  • Sports: Students are given access to a fully equipped gymnasium and indoor and outdoor stadiums and courts for cricket, basketball, tennis and athletics. The university also has recreation and entertainment centres.
  • Health Care: A qualified physician and nurse visit the hostel health centre every evening. There are first aid facilities for each block that are constantly stored and maintained hygienically. The university also keeps an emergency van ready and manned 24/7 in case of emergencies.
  • Other Facilities: Multiple cafeterias, VIP Residential Complex, Legal History Museum

Read More: GMU Hostels 

FAQs

Ques. Does Gujarat Maritime University offer any reservations?

Ans. GMU does offer reservations. It has a reservation quota of 30% for females, 5% of seats for Persons with Disability (PWD) and 25% for candidates of the Gujarat Domicile on All India seats. Out of the 25%, 15% is for candidates belonging to the SC community, 8% for students from the ST community, 10% for NRIs and 10% for foreign nationals.

Ques. What are the documents required for verification? 

Ans. 
  • Secondary School Leaving Marksheets (3 copies)
  • Pre- University Course Marksheets (3 copies)
  • B.Tech / B.E / equivalent Marksheets (3 copies)
  • GATE / PGCET-K Scorecards (3 copies)
  • Transfer Certificate
  • Passport Size photos (5 copies)
  • Physical Fitness Certificate
  • Aadhar Card copy
  • Pan Card copy (if available) 

Ques. What are the internship opportunities at GNU?

Ans. GMU has 100% internship opportunities for all its students. It strives to establish a mutual relationship between companies and students so that both have a fulfilling experience. Some of the companies students of GNU have worked at are
  • Bodapati Associates
  • Altacit Global
  • Directorate General of Shipping, Mumbai
  • Mediterranean Shipping Company
  • Directorate General of Trade Remedies
  • Federation of M.P Chambers of Commerce and Industry 

Ques. Does GMU offer abroad education opportunities?

Ans. Gujarat Maritime University offers a student exchange program at Erasmus University, Rotterdam, Netherlands. The university offers a two-week study program for students who wish to have international exposure. GMU also takes care of all formalities regarding travel and also offers a scholarship to selective students.

Ques. Why Gujarat Maritime University?

Ans. GMU is located in Gujarat, the head maritime state with the largest ports in the country. All courses in GMU have a commercial focus with extensive industry linkages and faculty with experience and competence. Also, GMU is one of the few Maritime Universities that offer externships in reputed colleges around the globe. All this makes Gujarat Maritime University one of the best and unique Universities, with courses no other educational institution in India offers.

Gujarat Maritime University Popular Courses

Full Time Courses

Top Courses
1st Year FeesTotal FeesEligibilityApplication Dates
L.L.M (Maritime Law)

+1 More L.L.M Courses 

-₹1.2 LakhsL.L.B. with 50%7 Dec - 08 Jun 2024
MBA (Logistics & Shipping Management)₹87,000₹1.74 LakhsGraduation with 50%7 Dec - 08 Jun 2024
EDP (Maritime Law)

+1 More EDP Courses 

-₹70,000Graduation-
Ph.D (International Trade Law)

+3 More Ph.D Courses 

₹2.03 Lakhs₹5.69 LakhsPost Graduation with 55%7 Dec - 08 Jun 2024

Top Courses, Fees & Eligibility

Select degree :
MBAL.L.MPh.DEDP
Select stream :
LawManagement

1st Yr Fees

87,000
Duration2 Year(s)
Exams accepted
Application Date7 Dec - 08 Jun 2024
EligibilityGraduation with 50%
Cut off-RankingNo Ranking Found

Total Fees

1,20,000
Duration1 Year(s)
Exams accepted
No Exams Found

Application Date7 Dec - 08 Jun 2024
EligibilityL.L.B. with 50%
Cut off-RankingNo Ranking Found

1st Yr Fees

2,03,000
Duration3 Year(s)
Exams accepted
No Exams Found

Application Date7 Dec - 08 Jun 2024
EligibilityPost Graduation with 55%
Cut off-RankingNo Ranking Found

1st Yr Fees

1,04,000
Duration3 Year(s)
Exams accepted
No Exams Found

Application Date7 Dec - 08 Jun 2024
Eligibility-
Cut off-RankingNo Ranking Found

Total Fees

70,000
Duration1 Year(s)
Exams accepted
No Exams Found

Application Date-
EligibilityGraduation
Cut off-RankingNo Ranking Found

College Faculty

Basic Information About Faculty

Prof. (Dr.) S. Shanthakumar

Provost and Director (I/G), School of Maritime Law, Policy and Administration


Prof. G Raghuram

Prof. Emeritus, School of Maritime Law, Policy and Administration


Dr. Gogisetti Venkata Narasimha Rao

Associate Professor of Law, School of Maritime Law, Policy and Administration


Dr. Waseem Ahmad Bhat

Assistant Professor of Law, School of Maritime Law, Policy and Administration


Mr. Mohit Gupta

Assistant Professor of Law, School of Maritime Law, Policy and Administration


Mr. Abhay Singh

Assistant Professor of Law, School of Maritime Law, Policy and Administration


Mr. Manthan G. Desai

Teaching and Research Associate, School of Maritime Law, Policy & Administration, Gujarat Maritime University

Mr. Saravanan R

Teaching and Research Associate, Gujarat Maritime University

Ms. Mili Trivedi

Teaching and Research Associate, School of Maritime Law, Policy & Administration, Gujarat Maritime University


College Facilities

Basic Information About Facilities

Hostel
Banks
Sports
Auditorium
Classrooms
Library
Security

Placement

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companyErnst & Young
companyONGC
companyTCS

Contact details & location

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At GNLU Campus, Attalika Avenue Knowledge Corridor, Koba India - 382426
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