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Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University

Katra, Jammu and Kashmir
Admission to Ph.D. Programmes, 2026–27 (Odd Semester)

Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University
Katra, Jammu and Kashmir
Admission to Ph.D. Programmes, 2026–27 (Odd Semester)

Applications are invited from the eligible candidates for admission to Ph.D. Program for the Odd Semester (Academic Session 2026-27) in the following disciplines:

Civil Engineering Chemistry
Computer Science & Engineering Mathematics
Electrical Engineering Physics
Electronics & Communication Engineering Economics
Energy Management Management
Mechanical Engineering Languages and Literature (English)
Biotechnology  

Eligibility
1-year/2-semesters Master’s Degree program after a 4-year/8-semesters Bachelor’s Degree programme or a 2-year/4-semesters Master’s Degree programme after a 3-year Bachelor’s degree programme or qualifications declared equivalent to the Master’s degree by the corresponding statutory regulatory body, with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade in a point scale wherever the grading system is followed.
Or
A 4-year/8-semesters Degree programme should have a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade on a point scale, wherever the grading system is followed. A relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent grade may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled, Economically Weaker Section (EWS).
Selection Procedure
The selection procedure comprises of Written Examination followed by an interview of the short-listed candidates. (Visit www.smvdu.ac.in for details. Candidates who have a valid UGC-NET/GATE/other Similar National Level Tests score card (including NET-JRF/UGC-CSIR NET/SLET/DST-Inspire fellowship/ any other National Level Fellowships) or have passed the M.Phil. programme will be exempted from appearing for the written test as per rules.
Application fee: Rs. 1,500/- to be paid online.
How to apply
Online Applications can be filled at the Application Form Submission Interface of the University for AY 2026-27 (odd semester), i.e. https://admission.smvdu.ac.in . The last date for submission of the complete Application Form is 15/06/2026.
Important Dates
Application Start Date 21/04/2026
Application End Date 15/06/2026
Written Exam Dates (Tentative) 09/07/2026, 10/07/2026
nterview Dates (Tentative) 09/07/2026, 10/07/2026

Financial assistance of Rs. 25,000/- pm + contingency is available for GATE/NET-qualified candidates and for Non-NET/Non-GATE candidates (selected through the SMVDU test), subject to availability of slots in accordance with the University Rules.
For all updates & details regarding education qualification, selection process, Assistantship, Fee Refund rules, etc., please visit www.smvdu.ac.in , email: phd.admission@smvdu.ac.in.


Contact:
+91 88999 88387, 01991 285524
research@smvdu.ac.in
phd.admission@smvdu.ac.in


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Published By: Sahadeb
Published On: 12 Jun 2026
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