Gandhinagar Institute of Technology was established by Platinum Foundation Trust in December 2006. The Institute is affiliated to Gujarat Technological University and Gujarat University and approved by AICTE New Delhi. The Institute aims to be a leading center for research and engineering study, pursuing knowledge in both fundamental and applied area, and collaborating closely with business and industry in promoting technological innovation and economic development. The members of the Trust are involved in social activities and are also contributing to the technical institutions development by raising funds and promoting the technical interest of state and country.