A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was entered on the 18th day of October 2025 by and between the Managing Director GMDC, acting through the Chief Executive Officer of the Gujarat Mineral Research Industrial Consultancy Society (GMRICS), and Indian Institute of Technology – Gandhinagar acting through its Director.
The Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) is an Institution of national importance established through an Act of Parliament. IITGN works towards the advancement of Technology and Science education in India with emphasis on academics as well as research and development initiatives, which have industrial applications and societal impact. It is a premier institute that offers support in Sciences and Engineering fields to the mineral industry. The institute plans to extend its expertise in the critical mineral field as per government policy. The experts available need to collaborate for working in Gujarat state, especially in the mines of GMDC for Exploration, Mining and Beneficiation. The research activities can continue in a challenging environment where the possibilities of critical minerals are enormous.
Realising the mutual interests, the Parties have agreed to create a long term partnership in Research, Education, and Training, including undertaking collaborative Research in the areas of mutual interest supported by funding through the respective institutions according to the broad framework outlined in this Memorandum of Understanding to facilitate advancement of knowledge based on reciprocity-based efforts, mutual benefits and regular interactions.
This MoU shall be valid for five years and may be extended for up to 5 years by mutual consent.
