Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University logo श्री माता वैष्णो देवी विश्वविद्यालय Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University Admissions 2026–27
Updates
Important Contact Numbers for Hostel / University Guest House booking enquiry.Candidates from outside J&K should carry a postpaid SIM, as prepaid SIMs from other states/UTs may not work in J&K. Postpaid SIMs work normally.Reporting for students admitted through JoSAA/CSAB: 13–18 Aug 2026.Reporting for students admitted through CCMT/CCMN: 5–14 Aug 2026.Reporting for students admitted through SMVDU Counselling: 3–11 Aug 2026.Commencement of classes for all programmes: 10 Aug 2026.Inaugural of Orientation Programme - 20 Aug 2026.Important Contact Numbers for Hostel / University Guest House booking enquiry.Candidates from outside J&K should carry a postpaid SIM, as prepaid SIMs from other states/UTs may not work in J&K. Postpaid SIMs work normally.Reporting for students admitted through JoSAA/CSAB: 13–18 Aug 2026.Reporting for students admitted through CCMT/CCMN: 5–14 Aug 2026.Reporting for students admitted through SMVDU Counselling: 3–11 Aug 2026.Commencement of classes for all programmes: 10 Aug 2026.Inaugural of Orientation Programme - 20 Aug 2026.

Up-Skilling Program (USP)

Skill-Oriented Up-skilling Programmes (Session 2026–27) offered by the Centre for Innovation, Emerging Skills & Entrepreneurship Development (CIESED). These are NSQF-aligned programmes of one year (two semesters), with the option of a Certificate at Exit-1 (six months) or a One-Year Diploma at Exit-2. Applications are submitted through the SAMARTH Portal.

Eligibility (a 3-year Diploma or a Bachelor's Degree from a recognised Institution / University, with stream requirements that vary by programme) and full course details are available on the CIESED page of the University website.

Admission Schedule

Particulars Date
Call for Admissions 25 June 2026
Last date for submission of applications on SAMARTH Portal 29 August 2026
Declaration of Provisional Merit List 29 August 2026
Freezing of Seat / Upgradation / Rejection Window 29 – 30 August 2026
Declaration of Final Merit & Waiting List 31 August 2026
Online / Offline Payment of Tuition Fees 31 August – 3 September 2026
Reporting to campus for documents & fee verification at Central Admission Office (CAO) 31 August – 3 September 2026
On-spot admission to wait-list applicants (if any) at CAO 31 August – 3 September 2026
Registration at CAO 31 August – 3 September 2026
Classes shall commence from 7 September 2026

Programmes Offered

Up-Skilling Program (USP)

Skill-Oriented Up-skilling Programmes (Session 2026–27) offered by the Centre for Innovation, Emerging Skills & Entrepreneurship Development (CIESED). NSQF-aligned programmes of one year (two semesters) with the option of a Certificate at Exit-1 (six months) or a One-Year Diploma at Exit-2.

Certificate & Diploma Programmes 7

  • Smart Real Estate & Site Management
  • Fintech Services Management
  • AI in Healthcare
  • AI & Deep Learning
  • Electric Vehicle Technology & Smart Mobility
  • AC & Refrigeration Services
  • CNC Machines & Advanced Manufacturing Systems

Apply & Learn More

Submit your application on the SAMARTH Portal before 29 August 2026. For programme-specific eligibility, syllabus and fees, visit the CIESED page. Admission queries: helpdesk.ciesed@smvdu.ac.in, 8899950387 (Mon–Fri, 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM).