Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, Katra (SMVDU) was established in 2004.

Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) has been established 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 12th May 1999) as an autonomous, highly Technical & fully Residential University.

The University started functioning as an academic unit in Aug 2004 when it was inaugurated on 19th August 2004 at the hands of the then Hon'ble President of India Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam. Dr. Kalam also delivered the first lecture to the students of the University.

Recognition

The University is approved by UGC under Section 2(F) & Section 12(B) opf UGC Act of 1956.

The technical programs of the University are recognized by AICTE (All India Council of Technical Education) while Architecture program is recognized by Council of Architecture.

VISION

Establishment of a Scientific & Technical University of  Excellence to nurture young  talented  human  resource for the service of Indian Society & World at large preserving  the integrity and sanctity of human values.

MISSION

The Mission of the University is the pursuit of Education, Scholarship and Research at the highest International levels of excellence.

OBJECTIVES

To provide education and training of excellent  quality both at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
To ensure that the University achieves and  maintains an international standing in both teaching and research.
To promote study and research in new and  emerging areas and encourage academic interaction of the faculty and students at national and international levels.

CORE VALUES

Academic Integrity and Accountability.

Respect and Tolerance for the views of every individual.

Attention to isses of National relevance as well as of global concern.

Appreciation of intellectual excellence and creativity.

Ceaseless Aptitude of Scientific exploration.