~100
Higher education institutions
15+
Strategic partners
7
Awards & honours
2
Flagship summits
Who we are
A trusted platform at the intersection of academia, government, and global engagement.
GECF is an international not-for-profit consortium of educators, institutions, government bodies, and mission-driven organisations preparing India's youth with the skills, knowledge, and global exposure required to succeed in the 21st-century global economy.
About GECF →What we do
Four audiences. One platform.
From student pathways to institutional partnerships, GECF builds bridges in every direction — between Indian and global higher education.
01 · For Students
Pathways, scholarships & mentors
Access globally recognised pathways, masterclasses, scholarships, and international mentor networks.
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02 · For Institutions
MoUs, joint programmes, partnerships
Facilitate institutional partnerships, faculty exchange, and structured academic pathways.
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03 · For Global Universities
Trusted, government-aligned access to India
Engage with credible Indian institutions and government-aligned academic networks.
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04 · For Alumni
Mentor, advise, ambassador
Engage with Indian students and institutions as mentors, speakers, and global ambassadors.
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Strategic partners
Founded on government and academic credibility.
Government bodies, India's most respected universities, and globally trusted partners. Together, this network reinforces GECF's role at the centre of India's international academic engagement.
Govt. of TelanganaFounding partner
TSCHETelangana
Osmania UniversityIndia
JNTU HyderabadIndia
Kakatiya UniversityIndia
Campus FranceGlobal
Enterprise IrelandGlobal
Global WalesGlobal
Anna UniversityTamil Nadu
Invest & Trade WAAustralia
Awards & honours
Recognition for those advancing global academic engagement.
01 · For Institutions
Global Academic Engagement Excellence Award
Outstanding commitment to international partnerships and global academic integration.
07 · Featured
Women in International Higher Education
In partnership with the University of Western Australia, on Women's Day. Honouring women shaping global education pathways.
02 · For Students
The Global Indian Showcase — Stage 2
Exceptional Indian students with global potential, leadership, and readiness.
03 · For Graduates
The Graduate Showcase
Distinguished graduates whose academic excellence reflects the impact of international education.
04 · For Institutions
Higher Education Excellence Awards
Leadership, innovation, and sustained excellence in strengthening higher education.
05 · For Individuals
International Creative Leadership Awards
Creativity, influence, and leadership shaping culture and communities.
Message from our Global Chair
“Team GECF is immensely passionate about positioning Young Indians as globally competent professionalsin developed economies, through structured Study Abroad pathways and Post-Study Work opportunities.”
Mr. Navin Mittal, IAS
Special Chief Secretary, Government of Telangana · Global Chair, GECF
Upcoming
Where GECF convenes academia, government, and industry.
12 Mar 2026Hyderabad
TAPS 2026 — Hyderabad Edition
28 Mar 2026Chennai
Higher Education Excellence Awards Ceremony
5 May 2026Perth, AUS
Women in International Higher Education Award