Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, Katra

Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, [SMVDU] is an autonomous and residential university established under the JAMMU AND KASHMIR SHRI MATA VAISHNO DEVI UNIVERSITY ACT, 1999. SMVDU started functioning as an academic unit in August 2004 and inaugurated on 19th August 2004 at the hands of the then Hon'ble President of India Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam he also delivered the first lecture to the students of the University.

The technical university programs are recognized by AICTE [All India Council of Technical Education] while Architecture program is recognized by Council of Architecture. The university logo is designed like a Lotus, a symbol of regeneration or a flame. The University has been ranked under top 150 Universities in the Country by the Ministry of HRD, Govt. of India.

SMVDU Admissions to various programs are based on performance in competitive exams or written test, interview and group discussions. The University has four Faculties consisting of 15 Schools, which offer 08 Undergraduate, 11 Postgraduate and 01 Integrated Programs besides Ph.D. and Post Doctoral Research. SMVDU is located in the lap of Trikuta Hills covering 470 acres of land and 2700 feet above the sea level. 

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Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, [SMVDU] Katra Placements:

• The University has a dedicated Training and Placement Cell to manage placement activities.
• The placement cell maintains relationships with industries and also assists in summer training and campus placements for the graduating students.
• It helps in developing relevant skills which help the students to get knowledge.
• The University provides facilities like Auditorium of 1000 audience capacity, Seminar hall of 300 seating capacity, 4 Special Lecture Halls, 20 Classrooms, GD/ Conference rooms/ Interview rooms, etc.
• Recruiters:
  • Samsung
  • Airtel
  • HDFC Mutual Fund
  • TATA
  • Capgemini
  • IIFL
  • L&T Infotech
  • Wipro
  • Cummins
  • TECHASPECT
  • Axis Bank and many more.

Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, [SMVDU] Katra Courses:

• Bachelor of Architecture [B.Arch]
• Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech]
  • Computer Science and Engineering
  • Electronics and Communication Engineering
  • Electronics Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Food Technology
• Master of Technology [M.Tech]
  • Computer Science and Engineering
  • Electronics and Communication Engineering
  • Energy Systems
  • Manufacturing and Automation
• Master of Arts [M.A. in English]
• Master of Science [M.Sc]
  • Biotechnology
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
• Master of Business Administration [MBA]
• Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D.]
  • Computer Science and Engineering
  • Electronics and Communication Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Energy Management
  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Biotechnology
  • Business
  • Economics
  • Philosophy

Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, [SMVDU] Katra Schools:

Faculty of Engineering

• School of Computer Science & Engineering
• School of Electronics & Communication Engineering
• School of Mechanical Engineering
• School of Architecture & Landscape Design
• School of Energy Management
• School of Civil Engineering
• School of Electrical Engineering
• School of Food Technology

Faculty of Management

• School of Business
• School of Economics

Faculty of Sciences

• School of Physics
• School of Mathematics
• School of Biotechnology

Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences

• School of Languages & Literature
• School of Philosophy & Culture

Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, [SMVDU] Katra Infrastructure Facilities:

• The University provides bus facility for students from campus to/from Domel for the convenience of the students.
• Special bus facility for faculty & staff members and their families every Saturday from campus to Jammu and back.
• The University provides uninterrupted power backups, water supply, and all basic necessities required.
• The catering services for the staffs, faculty, and students are being rendered by contractors in the boy's and girl's hostels.
• Within the university campus, BSNL has opened its exchange providing mobile and landline connections to the university residents and also mobile cell tower is located within the campus.
• Medical Aid Centre provides services to all the students and students of the university.
• It has 2 Doctors, 2 male medical assistants, 2 female staff nurses, 1 lab assistant, 1 assistant, and 1 helper.
• Facilities provided by Medical Aid Centre include OPD, Dental Unit, Ambulance Service, Physiotherapy Unit, well equipped clinical laboratory, etc.
• Guest house facility available with 15 rooms and 4 suites to accommodate guests.
• The auditorium of the university "Matrika" has a seating capacity of 1000 persons and has been provided a stage with the latest and adjustable lights and sound system.
• It has the modern audio and video projection systems, latest heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system.
• The Central Library of the university is a specialized technical library.
• It has a total collection of 46000+ books and 3000+ CD's/ DVD's and the collection encompasses Management, Economics, Engineering, Architecture, Sciences, Philosophy, Culture, Religion, English, Dogri & Hindi Literature.
• Also, the Library provides access to its users to various information and online periodicals from 40 internet computers.
• Sports facilities provided by the university include Sports Hall, Gym Centre, Volleyball Courts, Yoga, Cricket Ground, Tennis Courts, TT Tables, Indoor games like Chess, Carrom etc., Badminton Court, etc. 
• Other facilities include Bank, ATM Facility, Post Office, Seminar Halls, Conference Halls, Shopping Complexes, etc. 

Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, [SMVDU] Katra Scholarships:

• The University has initiated Student Merit cum Means Scholarship Scheme [SMMSS] to provide financial assistance in terms of semester tuition fee waiver & hostel fee waiver, ranging from 10% to 100% on merit basis during the semester to the top 10% meritorious students in various professional disciplines.
• It also offers a Special Scholarship Scheme to meritorious students at the time of admission to B.Tech/ B.Arch/ MBA based on rank/ percentage scored in entrance examinations.
• Based on the valid GATE score, 18 students in each stream of M.Tech shall be eligible for assistantship of Rs. 12,400/- per month.
• UGC-NET/GATE qualified Ph.D. students of SMVDU, eligible for registering on a full-time basis, shall be eligible for an Assistantship of Rs.25,000/- per month for first two years and Rs. 28,000/- per month for next one year along with a contingency of Rs. 12,000/- per year for the initial two years and a total of Rs.25,000/- for the third year or till the time he/she submits the Ph.D. thesis.
• Post-Doctoral Fellowships in various Schools of study are offered by the University.