Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University

Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University "Official Presence on Facebook" - SMVDU was created under an Act of J&K State Legislature in 1999 and Post doctoral research fellowship.

Akin to Brahma (God), who fosters and nurtures the Universe, science over the years has bestowed upon man god like powers, there by making him the dominant species on globe ''Vigyanam Brahma'' or ''God is Science'' is the motto Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University has been established through an act of J&K Legislature as an autonomous, fully residential and highly technical University of excellence with grant and continuing support from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, Katra. Govt., of India has supported our projects and the industry has been closely involved in our R&D activities. The academic pattern, syllabi and evaluation procedure has been adopted from Indian Institutes of Technology. The University has signed Memorandum of Understanding with various national and international academic, professional and research institutes as well as industry to augment the learning process and to develop research activities. The University has four Colleges consisting of twelve Schools which promote six Undergraduate and nine Postgraduate programmes besides Ph.D. The University has the unique distinction of being inaugurated by the President of India in the year 2004 and the first convocation addressed by the Prime Minister of India in the year 2008. This alone speaks of the quality of infrastructure and education at this university. Being a fully residential university, the campus provides comfortable single, double and triple seated accommodation to all the students (triple seated accommodation is offered to all new admissions at UG level). There are sufficient in-door and out-door sports facilities available. The state of the Art Auditorium with seating capacity for 1000 persons is an excellent center for academic, cultural and social functions. Different Forums and Clubs like Music, Dance, Drama, Quiz, Adventure, Mind-meet forum etc help students to utilize their spare time in a more creative and innovative way. The Officer's Club takes care of the recreation facilities for the faculty and staff. The campus provides an ideal atmosphere for healthy interactions and competition among students and interaction with faculty and professionals from corporate world and other leading institutes. Our students are encouraged to take part in extra-curricular activities and every effort is made to expose them to the competitive world. There are qualified faculty members capable of providing all the necessary inputs to more than 1000 students admitted purely on the basis of merit. The admissions are made on AIEEE ranking, CAT/ MAT scores, written tests, interviews and group discussions etc, wherever applicable. Students from twenty different states of the country epitomize a healthy amalgamation of different cultures, religions and languages on the campus. The campus is a classic example of a mini Cultural India with students from even far off places all the way from Kashmir to Kerala. The University is also making an effort to create an extensive university-industry cooperation for economic growth of the area as well as the rest of the country. There are many on going research projects with assistance from many supporting institutions.

SMVDU in News(27/09/26)
27/09/2026

SMVDU in News(27/09/26)

27/09/2026
SMVDU in News(26/09/26)
26/09/2026

SMVDU in News(26/09/26)

SMVDU NCC Cadets Selected for Drone Competition at Tiruchengode, Tamil NaduTwo NCC cadets of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Univ...
26/09/2026

SMVDU NCC Cadets Selected for Drone Competition at Tiruchengode, Tamil Nadu

Two NCC cadets of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), Cadet Danish Anthal and Cadet Navya Dhiman, have been selected to represent the University and JK&L NCC Dte, at the Drone Competition to be held at Tiruchengode, Tamil Nadu. The cadets were selected during the Drone Training Camp conducted at Zorawar Training Academy (ZTA), Udhampur, by the Air Squadron NCC. The competition aims to assess cadets on various aspects of drone technology, including their proficiency in drone assembly and flying, technical knowledge, innovative ideas, resourcefulness, operational proficiency, and safety practices. On the selection, Lieut.(Dr.) Varun Dutta, NCC Coordinator, SMVDU, and Dr. Yati Aggarwal, I/c Air NCC congratulated the cadets and stated that such competitions provide valuable exposure to NCC cadets, enhance their technical and innovative skills, and encourage them to explore emerging technologies. Prof. (Dr.) Pragati Kumar, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, SMVDU, and Sh. Ajay Kumar Sharma, Registrar, SMVDU, conveyed their best wishes to Cadet Danish Anthal and Cadet Navya Dhiman for their participation in the competition and wished them success in their endeavour.

SMVDU, Faculty Delivers a Distinguished Lecture at Akal University, Bathinda, PunjabDr. Pabitra Kumar Jena, Associate Pr...
25/09/2026

SMVDU, Faculty Delivers a Distinguished Lecture at Akal University, Bathinda, Punjab
Dr. Pabitra Kumar Jena, Associate Professor , School of Economics, Faculty of Management, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, Katra, delivered a distinguished lecture titled “Impact of Goods and Services Tax(GST) on Indian Education Sector: Some Insights” in the Two-Day National Conference on “Growth Potential after GST Reforms: Sectoral Analysis”, organized by the Department of Economics, Akal University, in collaboration with the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), New Delhi. Dr. Jena explained the impact of Goods and Services Tax (GST) on India's education sector within the broader framework of Viksit Bharat 2047. He described that GST was implemented to streamline indirect taxation, eliminate cascading taxes, establish a unified national market, enhance compliance, and expand the revenue base. Although fundamental education at schools, colleges, and universities is predominantly exempt from GST, various educational services—especially private tutoring, non-accredited EdTech platforms, international online education, and specific administrative services—are still subject to an 18% GST, while entrance exam fees and certain stationery products benefit from tax alleviation under the updated framework. Dr. Jena also advocated that tax policy ought to be harmonized with India's aspirations for a knowledge-based economy, ultimately advocating for policy consistency, streamlined compliance, specific exemptions or reduced rates, more transparent input-tax-credit regulations, and enhanced acknowledgment of digital education, skill enhancement, and vocational training to ensure GST fosters a more inclusive, fair, and growth-focused educational framework. Professor Pragati Kumar, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor of SMVDU, Professor Ashutosh Vashishtha, Dean, Faculty of Management, Dr. Roop Lal Sharma, Head, School of Economics, congratulated Dr. Pabitra Kumar Jena and wished him a bright future.

ADG JK&L NCC Directorate Reviews Preparation of SMVDU Air NCC Cadets for AIVSCMaj. Gen. Anupinder Bevli, VSM, Additional...
25/09/2026

ADG JK&L NCC Directorate Reviews Preparation of SMVDU Air NCC Cadets for AIVSC
Maj. Gen. Anupinder Bevli, VSM, Additional Director General (ADG), JK&L NCC Directorate, visited Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), Katra, to review the preparation and progress of Air NCC cadets for their participation in the All India Vayu Sainik Camp (AIVSC) to be held at Tambaram, Tamil Nadu.During the visit, the ADG inspected the S***t Shooting Practice and Remote Control (RC) Flying Practice being undertaken by the Air NCC cadets at the SMVDU campus as part of their preparation for the AIVSC. He interacted with the cadets and reviewed their training and preparedness for the upcoming national-level camp.Wg. Cdr. Parveen Bishnoi, Commanding Officer, 1 J&K Air Sqn NCC, briefed the ADG regarding the training, progress and preparations of the cadets for the AIVSC. The ADG appreciated the efforts being put in by SMVDU NCC in providing necessary support and facilities for the preparation and training of the cadets for the camp. He also appreciated the commitment of the cadets towards their training and extended his best wishes to the participating cadets for their successful participation in the AIVSC. The visit was coordinated by Lieut. (Dr.) Varun Dutta, NCC Coordinator, SMVDU, and Dr. Yati Aggarwal, I/c Air NCC, SMVDU. The visit provided an opportunity to review the preparedness of the cadets and further motivate them ahead of their participation in the national-level camp.Three Air NCC cadets of SMVDU, Cadet Charvi Thakur, Cadet Saher Sharma and Cadet R**t Narania, are going to represent the NCC Directorate at the AIVSC at Tambaram, Tamil Nadu. The ADG extended his best wishes to the participating cadets and encouraged them to perform to the best of their abilities and make the University and the NCC Directorate proud.

SMVDU in News(24/09/26)
24/09/2026

SMVDU in News(24/09/26)

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