About Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University
Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University was established in 1999 under an Act of the JK State Legislature as the first fully residential technical university in the region. Recognized by UGC under Sections 2(f) and 12(B), it receives funding from the commission. The university has achieved notable rankings in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF 2024), placing 31st among Architecture institutions, 151‑200 among Engineering institutions, and 51‑100 among top universities in India. 1650
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Courses Offered
by Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University
Bachelor of Business Administration
Master of Business Administration
Bachelor of Technology
Bachelor of Technology {Hons.}
Bachelor of Arts
Master of Arts
Bachelor of Commerce
Bachelor of Science
Streams & Courses
offered by Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University
Business Management
2 coursesEngineering
2 coursesArts
2 coursesCommerce
1 courseScience
1 courseUniversity Gallery
Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University Highlights 2025
Key facts and institutional overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University |
| Established | Institute Type | 1999 |
| Approved By | UGC, AICTE, Council of Architecture |
| Accredited By | NIRF ranked 23rd in Arch |
| NIRF Rank | 151-200 (engineering) |
| Entrance Exam | JEE Main, GATE, CMAT |
| Popular Courses | B.Tech, MBA, B.Sc, M.Sc, MA, , B.Des |
| Application Mode | Online and Offline |
| Admission Criteria | Entrance exam based & academic performance. |
| Official Website | https://smvdu.ac.in/ |
| Helpdesk | 0191- 2470067 |
| Address | Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University Campus, Sub-Post Office, Katra, Jammu and Kashmir – 182320 |
| Placement Details | Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University has a separate training and placement cell which assists the SMVDU campus placement process for the graduating students. As per the NIRF Report of 2025, the median salary offered in SMVDU B.Tech placements 2024 was Rs 5 Lakhs. The median salary offered in SMVDU MBA placements 2024 stood at Rs 4.50 Lakhs per annum. |
Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University Infrastructure
Campus infrastructure and facilities overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Campus Area | 470 acres |
| Boys Hostel | <p>SMVDU facilities include separate hostels for both boys and girls, mess facilities, a library, laboratories, a guest house, an auditorium, sports, an ATM, and many other facilities.</p> |
Admission
Course-wise eligibility and selection process
| Course | Eligibility | Selection Process |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Business Administration | Class 10+2 with 50% aggregate | CUET and Personal Interview |
| Master of Business Administration | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with minimum 50% marks from a recognized university. | Admission through CAT, MAT, CMAT, XAT, or university-specific tests, followed by GD/PI rounds. |
| Bachelor of Technology | 10+2 PCM with 50% marks | JEE Main/university exam or merit-based admission. |
| Bachelor of Arts | 10+2 with 45-50% marks | Via CUCET for merit-based admission |
| Master of Arts | Bachelor degree with 50% marks | Through CUCET PG or CUET-PG, followed by merit-based admission |
| Bachelor of Commerce | 10+2 (Commerce preferred) | Merit |
| Bachelor of Science | 10+2 (any stream) with 45-60% (varies per specialization) | Via CUCET or 10+2 marks, followed by counseling |
| Bachelor of Technology {Hons.} | 10+2 with PCM,50% (45% SC/ST) + valid JEE Main or CUET score (shiksha.com) | Admission based on JEE Main/CUET/Class 12 merit, followed by university counseling and interview |
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