ABOUT ME
Swami Vivekananda University (SVU) is a private university located in Barrackpore, West Bengal, established in 2019. It is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and approved by the Department of Higher Education, Government of West Bengal.
Academic Profile
The university follows a multidisciplinary approach through several specialized schools:
- Schools of Study: Engineering, Management, Agriculture, Allied Health Sciences, Life Science, Basic Science, Humanities & Social Science, and Legal Studies.
- Programs: Offers a wide range of Diploma, Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), and Doctoral (Ph.D.) programs.
- Flagship Courses: B.Tech (CSE, Civil, EE, ECE, ME) and MBA are among its most popular programs.
- Faculty: The institution currently employs over 300 Ph.D. faculty members.
Campus & Infrastructure
- Location: Sprawling 12–18 acre “Green Campus” at Malir Math, Barrackpore, roughly 15-19 km from Kolkata International Airport.
- Facilities: Equipped with smart classrooms, advanced laboratories, a digital library, a gymnasium, an open-air theatre, and a cafeteria.
- Connectivity: Well-connected via the Kalyani Expressway and Barrackpore railway station.
Placement & Industry Collaboration
- Placements: The university has a dedicated Training and Placement Cell. In 2024, the highest reported package reached INR 25 LPA, with an overall placement rate of approximately 98%.
- Industry Links: SVU claims over 500 industry collaborations and more than 500 academic patents.
- Global Reach: It has established MoUs and interest for student/staff mobility with international institutions like the Scottish Centre of Tagore Studies and the University of East London.
Key Highlights for 2026
- Enrollment: The university currently hosts over 15,000 students.
- Rankings: Ranked 4th by Outlook in 2024 under the “Emerging State Private University” category.
- Events: Upcoming campus events include Bani Bondona (Saraswati Puja celebration) scheduled for January 23, 2026.