The 23-year-old Dutchman, who took five wins for P1 Motorsport in the Renault series, also admitted that he has an option to drive for the team in next year's main series.
"Obviously I'm extremely pleased with this promotion," said van der Garde. "The GP2 is an important series when your target is Formula One.
"I really have to thank Paul Jackson for this opportunity and I can't wait to get back behind the wheel.
"We furthermore took an option to stick with the team for the GP2 main series, so let's hope it all goes well in Asia."
GP2 Asia kicks off with a double-header supporting the Chinese Grand Prix on October 18, meaning that van der Garde will not be able to race in the Renault 3.5 season finale in Barcelona on the same weekend.
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