SMVDU: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University

The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, commonly known as SMVD University or SMVDU, is a fully residential university that provides technical education in the field of engineering, science, management, philosophy and other subjects of contemporary importance, with all technical courses recognised by AICTE, CIC and COA.

The university is situated near the shrine of the Mata Vaishno Devi and is built on an 470-acre (190 ha) campus located near Katra, Jammu and Kashmir. With the focus on higher learning & research, SMVDU has established itself in the league of eminent institutions of learning in the country.

SMVDU is located at a distance of 45 km from Jammu Airport and 14 km short of the holy town of Katra, the university is situated on a plateau surrounded by mountains on three sides in the foothills of the Trikuta Range where the shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi is located. It is a self-contained township with most facilities available in-house.

Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University Courses

Faculty of Engineering

School of Computer Science and Engineering
Bachelor of Technology
Master of Technology

Electronics & Communication Engineering
Bachelor of Technology
Master of Technology

School of Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Technology
Master of Technology

School of Biotechnology
M.Sc. Biotechnology (with option for specialization in Genetics)
Ph.D. in Biotechnology; Chemistry

School of Energy Management
M. Tech. program in Renewable Energy
Full/Part time Ph.D. Program in various areas

School of Architecture & Landscape Design

School of Civil Engineering

School of Electrical Engineering

School of Food Technology


Faculty of Sciences

School of Mathematics
M.Sc. Mathematics
Ph.D Mathematics

School of Physics
M.Sc. Physics
Ph.D Physics

School of Biotechnology
M.Sc. Biotechnology(with option for specialization in Genetics)
Ph.D. in Biotechnology; Chemistry

Faculty of Management

School of Business

School of Economics

M.Sc. Economics Program (Five Years Integrated Dual Degree)

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

School of Languages & Literature

School of Philosophy & Culture

Doctoral (Ph.D.)
Masters (M.A. in Philosophy)
It also offers one core course and several elective courses to the Undergraduate (B. Tech.) students.

Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University Application Process


All the eligible candidates will be able to apply online for admission to various courses offered by Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University . For that, candidates must have to visit the university official website - www.smvdu.ac.in, register and submit the application form.

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SMVDU Contact Details

Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University
Network Centre, Sub-Post Office, Katra,
Jammu and Kashmir, Pin - 182320
Website: www.smvdu.ac.in

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