Garden City Education Trust was established in 1992 by Dr. Joseph V.G. with the support of like-minded educationists like Prof. Shivarudrappa – former Dean, Karnataka University, Dr. Hanumanthappa – former Vice Chancellor, Bangalore University, Prof V.B. Coutinho – former Vice Chancellor, Gulbarga University and Prof. Rame Gowda – former Vice Chancellor of the Karnataka State Open University.

The Trust was established to set up centres for educational excellence that would accept only qualitative practices nurturing students with value based education.

The Trust began its operations with Garden City College of Science and Management Studies which has an “A – Grade”, the highest conferred to an educational institution, when assessed by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) – the premier accreditation body under the UGC consecutively in three cycles of accreditation. The legacy of Garden City University comes from the Garden City Group of Institutions established in 1992 and is proud.

In 2013, the Government of Karnataka passed the “Garden City University Act”, taking into consideration the merits of the Garden City Education Trust. The Garden City University Act received the assent of the Governor of Karnataka on 26th March 2013 and was published in the Karnataka Gazette on 12th April 2013. A new university campus is being developed in a lush green area spread over 50 acres of land, adjacent to the Volvo manufacturing plant. This is a part of the 150 acres township envisaged by Dr Joseph V G which would have Knowledge Parks, IT and BT Parks, Hotels and Convention Halls, Shopping Malls and Residential areas.

Our vision and belief that social development is an avenue for nation building, is inculcated through our approach and our policies.

Why Bengaluru
Overview about the city
Thriving Startup Ecosystem: Bangalore boasts a vibrant and dynamic startup ecosystem, attracting entrepreneurs from around the world. The city is home to numerous successful startups and tech giants, fostering a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship.

Availability of Venture Capital: Bangalore has a robust venture capital industry, with numerous VC firms and angel investors actively supporting startups. This availability of funding options makes it easier for entrepreneurs to secure investments and grow their businesses.

What makes us distinctive?

The university has established strong partnerships with various industries, which allows students to gain practical experience in their fields of study. These collaborations also help students acquire the skills and knowledge required to succeed in the workforce after graduation.

Our admission procedure involves filling out an online application form, submitting required documents, and attending an interview. Most commonly asked questions about Garden City University, Programmes, facilities and many more.

What is the process of placements at GCU?
Industry Institute Partnership Cell
Garden City University-Industry Institute Partnership Cell (GCU-IIPC) is based on the Integrated and Inclusive Model, where both the industry and academia exchange knowledge, skills, expertise, infrastructure, and resources to create an ecosystem that benefits the industry & institute (the students).

IIPC plays a pivotal role in ensuring that every student at the university gets an opportunity to do an internship in reputed Companies and a job as well later before they graduate.

Through internship, IIPC aims to give an experiential learning opportunity that offers an invaluable chance for students to network and build professional connections before they even graduate. For some students, it is a stepping-stone to bonus opportunities within the same organization, including a full-time job.

The students are trained and prepared for their internships and placements from the very first semester, setting them up for success in the professional sphere.
The IIPC follows a systematic approach to facilitate progressive engagement with industries over the course of six semesters assessing them and training them to make them Industry ready and get their dream job even before they graduate.

Here is a calendar outlining the activities and processes carried out by the IIPC:

Sl.No. Semester Activity
1 I
Assessment of students:

Competency matrix: to recognize the competency and to get a gap analysis done to train the students in the required skill
Self-assessment: to identify the potentials of a student as to understand the role they would best fit into in a job
Organize skill development programs based on the gap analysis of the competency matrix and career counselling based on the assessment
2 II
Industry exposure Activities:

Industry visits
Guest lectures from Industry personnel to channelize the career counselling and pave a path for a better prospectus for the students with respect to internship and job placements.
3 III
Training & Skill development activities:

Cognitive skill training
Resume making
Personality development
Presentation skill training
4 IV
Digital & Technical skill training:

School wise/ Discipline-wise skill training would be given after recognizing the skill required by both internal and external experts
AI: Artificial Intelligence would be a compulsory course
5 V
Final level of preparation for Internship & Placement:

Conducting mock interviews and resume-building workshops to prepare students for internship placements
Providing guidance on ethical practices, workplace ethics, and legal aspects of the industry.
Providing guidance on job search strategies, networking, and professional etiquette.
Demonstration of Skills:

Students would be grouped and given a small project for the demonstration of skills which would be assessed both internally and externally by the recruiters for offering the right kind of a job based on their skill.
6 VI 100 days Internship for the VI Semester UG & IV Semester PG students
By following this comprehensive calendar, the IIPC ensures that students are well-prepared and equipped to enter the professional world through the career counselling, trainings, workshops & internships. This progressive engagement with industries allows students to explore various career options, gain practical experience, and develop essential skills, ultimately increasing their employability and career prospects.

Scholarships
Garden City University is dedicated to upholding the fundamental right to education.. We firmly believe that financial constraints should not hinder a student’s pursuit of education, especially those with innovative ideas and passion in their hearts. To support this belief, we provide scholarships and financial assistance to deserving students based on their academic accomplishments.

Our scholarship programs encompass various categories, taking into account academic excellence as well as achievements in sports and cultural activities. For more information, please reach out to us at [email protected].

Hostel
For many of us, our home is the sweetest spot on the earth as we can completely be ourselves and enjoy the warmth within the four walls of this place. In case of students, the jitters are more perhaps due to moving away from their homes for the first time. GCU’s basket of Hostels addresses this insecurity by completely understanding the fears of the students and parents.

Each student has the provision for storing valuables in their individual lockers. Besides, there is medical help and counsellors on call, internet stations, convenience stores, emergency services and ambulance on call, multi-activity playing grounds, Laundry services, Power back-up, Housekeeping, Hot water for bath (6:00 am to 7:30 am), Safe drinking water, Study Hall, Stationery Stores, Wi-fi, CCTVs at vantage points, Security 24/7, ATMs are available for quick access to cash.

“The library is the heart of all university’s work directly so as regards its research work and indirectly as regards its educational work which derives its life from research work. Scientific research needs a library as well as its laboratory, while for humanistic research the library is both library and laboratory in one.”

– Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, 1948

Garden City University Library plays a vital role in providing Information Sources and Services to the members of the library. The University library has huge collection of Information sources in various fields like Books, Periodicals, Thesis, Dissertations, Bibliographies, OPAC Service, Reference, Referal Services.

Apart from the above, The University has subscription with various Academic Databases to meet every academic researcher’s needs.

Content Includes:
1,187 active, full-text, non-open access journals and magazines
977 active, full-text, peer-reviewed, non-open access journals
351 active, full-text, peer-reviewed, non-open access journals withno embargo
886 active, full-text, non-open access journals indexed in Web of Science or Scopus
Covering All Major Academic Disciplines:
Academic Search Elite is a rich resource spanning a broad stretch of academic subjects with thousands of full-text journals and abstracted indexed journals. This database is sourced with PDF images for the great majority of journals; many of these PDFs are native (searchable) or scanned-in-color.
Topical Video Content:
Academic Search Elite offers access to video content from the Associated Press, the world’s leading news agency. Videos relevant to the search terms will appear in a carousel in the result list. With footage from 1930 to the present and updated monthly, this collection of more than 77,000 videos covers a wide variety of topics.

General Introduction of GCU Clubs
Garden City University (GCU) fosters a vibrant club culture within its educational framework, providing students with a platform to passionately showcase their unique interests beyond the confines of the academic curriculum. With a diverse range of 35 clubs spanning career interests, sports, and cultural & professional domains, GCU empowers students to explore their passions and unlock their full potential. These clubs serve as catalysts for personal growth, enabling students to embark on transformative journeys aligned with their individual areas of fascination.

Through meticulously organized club events, GCU ensures that students engage in a continuous process of self-discovery within their chosen domains. These immersive club experiences equip students with the skills to adeptly navigate various situations, develop multitasking abilities, and generate innovative ideas. Many of GCU’s clubs are pioneers in their respective fields, dedicated to unearthing specific student interests and nurturing them to fruition.

Transport Facility
The University has a Transport facility for the students.