Gujarat’s GIFT City, India’s premier financial hub, has forged a key alliance with the Arun Jaitley National Institute of Financial Management (AJNIFM) through a new MoU. Unveiled on Wednesday, the agreement focuses on elevating talent in international finance, governance, and fintech via the GIFT International FinTech Institute.
The partnership is designed to synchronize cutting-edge financial training with the dynamic demands of GIFT City’s IFSC ecosystem—the nation’s sole international financial services center. Expect joint programs, knowledge sharing, and capacity-building efforts to produce professionals ready for global challenges.
With its roots in the Finance Ministry, AJNIFM excels in policy-driven education, from training senior government officials in financial services to delivering specialized postgraduate and executive courses. This expertise dovetails perfectly with GIFT City’s booming financial landscape, promising hands-on, real-world training opportunities.
‘Our partnership with AJNIFM reflects GIFT City’s dedication to bridging industry and academia,’ stated Sanjay Kalra, GIFT City’s MD and Group CEO. He pointed to upcoming Industry Immersion Programs that will equip talent for impactful roles in India’s IFSC and worldwide markets.
AJNIFM Director Praveen Kumar described the MoU as a ‘strategic alliance’ for co-creating advanced finance and governance curricula. ‘Faculty and student exchanges will enrich collaborative learning, bolstering our collective strengths,’ he added.
This development comes at a crucial time as GIFT City accelerates its growth, hosting banks, insurers, and tech innovators. By investing in skill development, the collaboration not only addresses immediate talent gaps but also lays the foundation for long-term competitiveness in global finance. Industry watchers predict it will spur job creation and position India as a fintech leader.