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Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University is a State University recognized under Section 2 (f) & 12 (B) of the UGC Act of 1956 was established in 1999 as a fully residential and technical university, the first of its kind in J&K.
Recognized by UGC, the university receives funding from UGC. The university ranked 26th among Architecture Institutions, 101-150 among Engineering Institutions, and 151-200 among top Universities in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF 2023) declared by the MHRD, Govt. of India.
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University/College Name | Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) |
Establishment Year | 1999 |
Location | Katra, Jammu & Kashmir, India |
University/College Type | Public University |
Campus Size | 470 acres |
Student Population | Over 4,500 students |
Accreditation | NBA, NAAC |
Recognised By | AICTE, UGC |
Ranking | Top 150-200 in engineering (NIRF, 2023) 26 in Architecture (NIRF, 2023) |
Faculty Strength | Over 100+ Experienced faculty members |
Popular Courses | BBA, B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, PhD |
Mode of Education | Full-time (on-campus) |
Official Website | www.smvdu.ac.in |
Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University admissions and eligibility criteria for admission in various programs for 2025 are mentioned below:
Name of Program | Admission Procedure | Eligibility Criteria |
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Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) | JOSAA/CSAB 2024 & Direct Counselling based on JEE (Main) Rank (CRL) | a) Must satisfy JOSAA/CSAB 2024 eligibility criteria. b) Minimum 60% aggregate in 10+2 or equivalent CGPA. c) Candidates appearing for 10+2 can also apply. |
Lateral Entry in B.Tech. | Entrance Test conducted by the University | a) Diploma in Engineering (AICTE approved) with a minimum 60% aggregate. b) Only eligible candidates can appear for the entrance test. |
B.Tech. in Biotechnology | CUET-UG 2024 Score | a) Must have taken Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects in Class 12. b) Minimum 60% aggregate in Class 12. c) Must have one of the following subjects: Mathematics/Biotechnology/Biology/Technical Vocational subject. |
Bachelor of Design (B.Design) | Direct Counselling based on UCEED 2024 Rank or SMVDU Entrance Exam | Minimum 60% aggregate marks in Class 12 (or equivalent) in five subjects. |
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) | a) Direct Counselling based on JEE (Main) Rank (CRL) or JOSAA/CSAB 2024. b) Based on NATA 2024 score, subject to seat availability. | a) Must satisfy JOSAA/CSAB 2024 and CoA guidelines. b) Minimum 60% aggregate marks in Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics or 10+3 Diploma with Mathematics. c) Valid NATA 2024 score required. |
Four-Year Undergraduate Programs (FYUP) Admission to FYUP based on CUET (UG)- 2025-
Four-Year Undergraduate Programs (FYUP) | Admission Procedure | CUET-UG 2024 Test Mapping |
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Biotechnology | Direct Counselling based on valid CUET-UG 2024 score | Language Test: English (101) + Biology/Biological Studies/Biotechnology/Biochemistry (304), Chemistry (306), Physics (322) |
Business | Direct Counselling based on valid CUET-UG 2024 score | Language Test: English (101) + Accountancy (301), Biology (304), Mathematics/Physics (322), Business Studies (305), Computer Science (308), Economics/Business Economics (309), Entrepreneurship (311), Environmental Studies (307) + General Test (501) |
English | Direct Counselling based on valid CUET-UG 2024 score | Language Test: English (101) + General Test (501) |
Economics | Direct Counselling based on valid CUET-UG 2024 score | Language Test: English (101) + Economics/Business Economics (309), General Test (501), Accountancy, Biology, Mathematics, Chemistry, etc. |
Mathematics | Direct Counselling based on valid CUET-UG 2024 score | Language Test: English (101) + Physics, Mathematics, & Chemistry |
Philosophy | Direct Counselling based on valid CUET-UG 2024 score | Language Test: English (101) + General Test (501) |
Physics | Direct Counselling based on valid CUET-UG 2024 score | Language Test: English (101) + Physics, Mathematics & Chemistry |
Design Your Degree (DYD) | Direct Admission based on Merit/Entrance Exam conducted by SMVDU | - |
Rankings for Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) in various categories for the year 2024 according to NIRF India Rankings and World Rankings.
Ranking Category | Rank |
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NIRF India 2024 - Architecture | 31 |
NIRF India 2024 - Engineering | 151-200 |
NIRF India 2024 - State Public Universities | 51-100 |
World Rankings 2024 | 800-1000 Band |
Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University offers various undergraduate and postgraduate programs including B.Tech, B.Sc, BBA,BA,BDes, DYD, M.Tech, MBA, and MSc.
Program | Annual Tuition Fee (Rs.) | Hostel Charges (Rs.) |
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B.Tech (All streams) & B. Arch./B. Design | 141,240 | 20,000 |
M.Tech (All streams) | 70,620 | 20,000 |
M.Sc. (Mathematics) | 47,080 | 20,000 |
M.Sc. (Biotechnology) | 58,850 | 20,000 |
M.Sc. (Biotechnology) DBT Supported | 25,000 | 20,000 |
M.Sc. (Physics) | 58,850 | 20,000 |
M.A. (English) | 47,080 | 20,000 |
M.A. (Economics) | 47,080 | 20,000 |
M.A. (Philosophy/Sanskrit (Vedic Studies)) | 10,700 | 20,000 |
M.A. (Hindi) | 10,700 | 20,000 |
M.A. (Dogri) | 10,700 | 20,000 |
MBA | 176,550 | 20,000 |
Ph.D. | N/A | 20,000 |
B.Sc. (Hons.) Biotechnology | 21,400 | 20,000 |
B.Sc. (Hons.) Mathematics | 21,400 | 20,000 |
B.Sc. (Hons.) Physics | 21,400 | 20,000 |
B.A. (Hons.) Economics | 21,400 | 20,000 |
B.A. (Hons.) English | 21,400 | 20,000 |
B.A. (Hons.) Philosophy | 10,700 | 20,000 |
BBA (Hons.) | 64,200 | 20,000 |
SMVDU, Katra offers a varied range of courses and their several specializations are tabulated below.
Program | Admission Procedure | Eligibility Criteria |
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Master of Business Administration (MBA) | Admission based on CAT/MAT/CMAT Score & for Non-CAT/MAT/CMAT candidates’ admission through CUET (PG)-2024, followed by GD/PI | Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA in any discipline from a recognized University/Institute. Candidates with a valid score in CAT 2023, MAT (Sept 2024/Dec 2024/Feb 2024/May 2024)/CMAT 2024. In phase II for vacant seats, candidates with CUET (PG) will also be considered. |
SMVDU Establishment is an Excellence Scientific and Technical University to develop young, talented human resources for the service of Indian society and the world at large while preserving the integrity and sanctity of human values. Academic integrity and accountability are values at SMVDU. SMVDU adheres to the principles of respect and tolerance for all individuals' points of view. Intellectual excellence and creativity are valued at SMVDU. It has an insatiable thirst for scientific knowledge.
SMVDU cutoff 2022 has been released. SMVDU cutoff 2022 is out for the B.Arch, B.Tech, and M.Tech courses. SMVDU Cutoff is mandatory to be cleared by the respective candidates to be part of this University.
Expected CUET UG B.Tech Cutoff 2022 Data
Category | Expected Cutoff % |
General / UR | 70 |
OBC | 65 |
SC | 55 |
ST | 55 |
EWS | 65 |
PwD | 50 |
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SMVDU result 2022 is out now on the official website. Students can check out the SMVDU results by logging in with their credentials.
SMVDU University, Katra has a land of 470 acres on which there is a well-built SMVDU campus fulfilling all the requirements. SMVDU Infrastructure Facilities provide bus facilities for the students from campus to/from the hostel for the convenience of the students. Special bus facilities for the faculty & staff members and their families are provided every Saturday from campus to Jammu and back. SMVDU Medical Aid Centre provides services to all the students of the University. Facilities provided by the Medical Aid Centre include OPD, a Dental Unit, an Ambulance Service, etc. SMVDU guesthouse facility is available with 15 rooms and 4 suites to accommodate guests. SMVDU Central Library of the University is a specialized technical library.
Other SMVDU facilities include
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Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University provides 100% placement opportunities for all the students across all the specializations. Placement details are mentioned below -
Year | Program | Median Package (INR) |
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2023 | B.Tech | 5.5 LPA |
2023 | MBA | 4.41 LPA |
2023 | B.Arch | 2.5 LPA |
Campus Placements: 2023-24 List of Campus Recruiting Organizations -
Company | Students Placed |
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Bosch | 2 |
Incture | 5 |
RVS IGlobal | 8 |
HDFC Life | 5 |
Bajaj Finance Ltd. | 5 |
Planet Spark | 6 |
Forbes Marshall | 4 |
LTTS | 5 |
Digit L&T Ltd. | 1 |
BEL | 4 |
Indus Towers | 5 |
IFB Industries | 1 |
Ceasefire Industries | 4 |
Jindal Saw Ltd. | 11 |
Zibal Technologies | 3 |
Asahi India Glass Ltd. | 2 |
Indiamart interMESH Ltd. | 1 |
Accenture | 16 |
Petpooja.com | 5 |
ICICI Prudential | 18 |
Vodafone-Idea | 5 |
ZF Technologies | 5 |
BSES Rajdhani Power Ltd. | 4 |
SRM Construction Pvt. Ltd. | 8 |
Zscaler | 5 |
Orange Business Services | 18 |
Rajasthan Technical University provides various scholarships such as -
Scholarships based on performance in Competitive Exams awarded at the time of admission (Applicable for B.Tech. / B.Arch. / MBA) -
Program | Eligibility Criteria | Scholarship Payable |
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B.Tech. | Up to 30,000 AIR (CRL) in JEE (Mains) Examination | Full Tuition Fee waiver for first 05 semesters |
Above 30,000 & up to 50,000 AIR (CRL) in JEE (Mains) Examination | Full Tuition Fee waiver for first 04 semesters | |
Above 50,000 & up to 1,00,000 AIR (CRL) in JEE (Mains) Examination | Full Tuition Fee waiver for first 03 semesters | |
B. Arch | Up to 500 AIR (CRL) in JEE (Mains) Examination | Full Tuition Fee waiver for first 05 semesters |
Above 500 & up to 1500 AIR (CRL) in JEE (Mains) Examination | Full Tuition Fee waiver for first 04 semesters | |
Above 1500 & up to 3000 AIR (CRL) in JEE (Mains) Examination | Full Tuition Fee waiver for first 03 semesters | |
MBA | Above 90 percentiles in MAT/CMAT | Full Tuition Fee waiver for 01st year & 50% Tuition Fee waiver for 2nd Year |
85 to 90 percentiles in MAT/CMAT | Full Tuition Fee waiver for 01st year | |
80 to 85 percentiles in MAT/CMAT | 50% Tuition Fee waiver for 01st year |
Note - *The student must maintain a minimum CGPA of 7.50 with no backlogs in each semester for continuation of scholarship in all the above cases.*
There are several other scholarship programs as well, like scholarships based on performance in semesters, the Student Merit Cum Means Scholarship Scheme (SMMSS), which is applicable to all UG, PG, and Integrated programs, the Shakti-Jolly Family Scholarship Scheme for Meritorious Girl Students, and the Research Assistantship Programme. Complete details are mentioned below.
Scholarship Scheme | Eligibility Criteria | Benefits |
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Student Merit cum Means Scholarship Scheme (SMMSS) | Top 10% meritorious students based on semester performance. Students from a poor background with a CGPA of 9.0 & above. | - Semester tuition fee & hostel fee waiver (10% to 100%) based on merit. |
Students from a 'Poor Background' (gross annual family income ≤ Rs. 2,00,000). | ||
Shakti-Jolly Family Scholarship Scheme | Top two B.Tech. girl students based on SGPA. | Rs. 1.20 Lakh per year (Rs. 30,000/- per semester). |
Scholarship for M. Tech. Program | Based on a valid GATE score. | AICTE assistantship (monthly stipend) for 18 students in each M.Tech stream (CSE, ECE, ME, Energy Systems). |
Scholarship for M.Sc. Biotechnology (DBT Supported Program) | Selected students in M.Sc. Biotechnology program under DBT support. | Stipend of Rs. 5,000/- per month as per DBT & University rules. |
Scholarship for Ph.D. Students | UGC-NET/GATE/SMVDU Ph.D. Entrance-qualified students (for Non-NET/Non-GATE candidates). | - Rs. 25,000/- per month for the first two years. |
- Rs. 28,000/- per month for the third year (or until submission of thesis). | ||
- Assistantship duration: Maximum 3 years, extendable by one more year. |
Note- SMMSS: The scholarship is based on merit and financial background. Students from a poor background (family income ≤ Rs. 2,00,000) with a high CGPA can receive 100% assistance. To continue the scholarship, students must maintain high academic standards (CGPA and SGPA of 8.50 or higher). Shakti-Jolly Scholarship: Exclusively for the top two B.Tech. female students based on SGPA, providing substantial financial support for their studies. M.Tech. Scholarships: Offered to students with GATE scores, providing monthly stipends and requiring academic assistance for the university. Condition - - 8 hours per week academic support required M.Sc. Biotechnology (DBT): Students in this program receive stipends as per DBT and university guidelines. Ph.D. Scholarships: Offered based on UGC-NET/GATE/SMVDU Ph.D. entrance qualifications, with monthly stipends and contingency allowances for research students. - Condition - Must maintain progress as per Ph.D. ordinance. The contingency of Rs. 12,000/- for the first two years, and Rs. 25,000/- for the third year.
SMVDU University has signed Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with a number of academic and research institutions both in India and abroad. The list below contains information about the University's various MOU collaborations.
International Collaboration
National Collaboration
SMVDU Faculty members are extremely helpful, qualified, and knowledgeable. SMVDU has 120+ faculty members. The best part about SMVDU is that students can contact faculty members 24 hours a day, seven days a week because both students and teachers live on the same campus. SMVDU students can easily clear their doubts and interact with them in both formal and informal settings. SMVDU's teaching methods are both advanced and friendly. Each SMVDU faculty member is assigned five students, and the faculty member serves as a mentor for all those 5 students, with whom the students can discuss personal and professional problems and situations. SMVDU faculty organize monthly industrial visits for students to gain industrial experience.
SMVDU Alumni are a strong support to the institution. Alumni-student interaction has been made a prominent feature of all departments at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University. Alumni of SMVDU serve as role models not only for current students but also for the youth of Jammu and Kashmir. It is worth noting that this establishes an important trend in light of the current trend of start-ups and self-employment in the country.
Affiliate University | MDU |
Institution Type | Public |
Total Faculty | 120+ |
Year of Establishment | 1999 |
Genders Accepted | Co-Ed |
Total Area (In Acre) | 369.9 |
Construction Area (Sq. M) | 125089 |
Website | http://smvdu.net.in |
Accredited by | COA |
Publisher | Ranking & Year | Criteria |
#31 in 2024 | Architecture | |
#26 in 2023 | Architecture | |
#81 in 2020 | Engineering |
Course | Average Fees | Duration |
BTech | ₹4,80,000 | 4 Years |
MBA | ₹3,53,100 | 2 Years |
MCA | ₹2,10,000 | 3 Years |
MSc | ₹95,000 | 2 Years |
MA | ₹80,000 | 2 Years |
MTech | ₹1,20,000 | 2 Years |
PhD | ₹2,30,000 | 3 Years |
B.Arch | ₹6,00,000 | 5 Years |
₹ 4,80,000 (4 Years)
₹ 1,20,000 (2 Years)
₹ 80,000 (2 Years)
₹ 95,000 (2 Years)
₹ 3,53,100 (2 Years)
₹ 2,10,000 (3 Years)
₹ 2,30,000 (3 Years)
₹ 6,00,000 (5 Years)
Q: Is SMVDU good for CSE?
A: SMVDU placements are excellent for computer science students. The annual package is approximately INR 4 to 5 LPA.
Q: Is Smvdu a government university?
A: SMVDU, is a State Public University. It is located on a 470-acre campus near Katra, Jammu and Kashmir.
Q: Does Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, Katra provides scholarships to its students?
A: Yes, the University has initiated the Student Merit cum Means Scholarship Scheme [SMMSS] to provide financial assistance in terms of semester tuition fee waiver.
Q: Is Smvdu UGC approved?
A: Yes, SMVDU is UGC approved.
Q: What is the success rate for GATE?
A: As per last year’s data, the success rate for GATE is 19%.
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