Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) has been set up under THE JAMMU AND KASHMIR SHRI MATA VAISHNO DEVI UNIVERSITY ACT, 1999.an Act of the J&K State Legislature (ACT No. XII of 1999 dated twelfth May 1999) as a self-governing, exceptionally Technical and completely Residential University.

The University began working as a scholarly unit in Aug 2004 when it was introduced on nineteenth August 2004 on account of the then Hon'ble President of India Dr. A P J Abdul Kalam. Dr. Kalam additionally conveyed the main address to the understudies of the University.

The contact address of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, Katra is as mentioned below:

Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, SMVDU, Katra
Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University Campus,
Sub-Post Office,
Katra,
Jammu and Kashmir – 182320
Ph: 01991-285524, 09419911696, 09622885588

Courses offered by the University:

College of Engineering:
School of Computer Science & Engineering:
• Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science & Engineering
• Master of Technology in Computer Science & Engineering

School of Electronics and Communication Engineering:
• Bachelor of Technology in Electronics and Communication Engineering
• Master of Technology in Electronics and Communication Engineering

School of Mechanical Engineering:
• Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering
• Master of Technology in Manufacturing and Automation

School of Biotechnology:
• Bachelor of Technology in Industrial Bio-Technology
• Master of Science in Bio-Technology
• Pre-Ph.D. Programme

School of Architecture & Landscape Design:
• Bachelor of Architecture

School of Infrastructure and Resource Management
• Master of Technology Energy Management

College of Management:

School of Business:
• Master of Business Administration

School of Business Economics:
• Master of Business Administration in business economics

College of Sciences:

School of Physics:
• Master of Science in Physics

School of Mathematics:
• Master of Science in Mathematics

School of Biology:
• Master of Science in Biology

College of Humanities & Social Sciences:

School of Languages & Literature:
• Master’s Programme in English
• Certificate Course in French Language (CCFL)

School of Philosophy & Culture:
• MA Programme in Philosophy