श्रीवङ्ेकटशे्वरवदेववश्ववव द्यालयः 2006 तमे आन्ध्रप्रदेशानुदानायोगाधिधनयमेन स्थाधितः
धत.धत.देवस्थानप्रोत्साधितः धवश्वधवद्यालयानुदानायोगमाधनतश्च अवलविरर-चन्द्रविरर उिमािगः
विरुिवि – 517 502 (आन्द्रप्रदशेः)
SRI VENKATESWARA VEDIC UNIVERSITY
(Established under A.P. Act 29/2006) (Sponsored by the T.T.D. and Recognized by the U.G.C.)
Alipiri - Chandragiri by-pass Road TIRUPATI - 517 502
PROSPECTUS &
ADMISSION RULES/FOR
GENERAL U.G./P.G./ PART-TIME
COURSES/2017-18
CONTENTS
Particulars P.No.
The University
Introduction 3
Objectives 3
Location , Land and construction 4
UGC Recognition 4
Emblem 4
Salient Features of the University 7
Courses
Regular Courses 9
Evening and part-time Courses 11
How to apply 13
General rules governing admission 13
Code of Conduct 15
Hostel Facility 17
For Fee Particulars in Annexure – I 18
Route map 19
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SRI VENKATESWARA VEDIC UNIVERSITY
(Established under A.P. Act 29/2006) (Sponsored by the T.T.D. and Recognized by the U.G.C.)
TIRUPATI - 517 502
INTRODUCTION
With the benevolence and blessings of Lord Sri Venkateswara and the indomitable will and untiring efforts of His Excellency Shri Rameshwar Thakur Ji the then Governor of Andhra Pradesh, Sri Venkateswara Vedic University was established in July, 2006, under the sponsorship of Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams. The Cabinet of Andhra Pradesh in its meeting held on 7th July 2006, decided to establish Sri Venkateswara Vedic University, and requested His Excellency Governor to promulgate the ordinance providing for the establishment of the University. On 12th July, 2006, His Excellency promulgated the ordinance. Thus the University came into existence. The ordinance was later replaced by the Act, 29/2006.
Since then the university has gone for beyond in all spheres of its motives with dazzling achievements. At earlier stage it’s started the courses which include Vedas, Agamas, Pourohitya, Vedabhasya, Vedangas and Sastras gradually it has grown up with six faculties and Twenty five departments. To achieve its fourth objective, it has started general courses – B.A, Bsc, and M.A in the academic Year 2012-13. So far two batches at UG Level and three batches in PG Level have successfully completed their courses and gone out with their degrees.
Objectives:
To preserve, foster and promote oral traditions of Vedic, Agamic and cognate
literature with focus on right intonations.
To conduct research and propagate the relevance of knowledge system and the
wisdom contained in the Vedic literature for meeting the challenges of life in the
technology driven contemporary society. To bring out the profoundness of the rational approach and the scientific temper
presented in the Vedas in the context of pursuit of knowledge and realization of
higher levels of consciousness. To consolidate, revive and promote the Vedic learning and Sanskrit study as also
to integrate the scientific thought contained in the Vedas particularly in the
disciplines of Mathematics, Astronomy, Agriculture, Meteorology, Chemistry,
Metallurgy, Yoga, Humanities, Social Sciences and Management with the
modern Scientific and Technological studies, so that through integration of Vedic
and Scientific knowledge can be facilitated. To bring out awareness about the authentic interpretation of the Veda in India
and abroad facilitating proper understanding of richness of the rational approach
to life and scientific temper presented in the Vedic knowledge system. To publish all the Vedas and related Texts, Bhashyas and commentaries in all
Indian languages.
PROSPECTUS
-4- Location, Land and Construction
Sri Venkateswara Vedic University, the pearl nestled in the oyster shell of the
Seven Hills on the Alipiri – Chandragiri By-Pass Road is a serene and sanctified
premise. Tirumala Tirupathi Devasthanams allotted 300 acres of land near Alipiri,
Tirupathi for S.V.Vedic University for construction of buildings.
The major part of construction work has been completed and in this wake all the
departments of the University including Academic Centre and Administrative Buildings
have become functionary in place of pleasant landscape, which is replete with heart
attracting flora and fauna.
Saradadhama the cluster of the Academic Buildings include Brahma Sadanam,
Agama Nilayam, Grihya Sadanam and Vidyaranya Nilayam stand high in the lap of this
picturesque environment. RAMESWARAM named in honour of the revered Founder
Chancellor, is a majestic and impressive structure housing the stalwarts of
administration and the official machinery. The Annapurna Sadanam a spacious dining
hall adjacent to the student’s hostel endears itself to one and all. UGC Recognition
Sri Venkateswara Vedic University is the first University statutorily established
with unique features for promotion and propagation of Vedic wisdom. The University
Grants Commission vide its notification No. F.9-4/ 2007(CPP-I), dated 10th July 2007
recognized Sri Venkateswara Vedic University under section 2(f) of UGC Act 1956.
OUR EMBLEM
1. The round shape of the emblem denotes the Vedic Passage “Purnamadah
Purnamidam” conveying a sense of all pervasive Supreme Soul, the pace of time
and uninterrupted evoluation. 2. The blue colour symbolizes Lord Sri Krishna and infinity. 3. The “Omkara” is the beginning of the Vedas and the creation. 4. The Urdhvapundra reminds us the Venkatesatattva emerged from “Omkara”. It also
resembles an open book containing knowledge. The red stroke in the middle
resembles the up going flame of a lamp symbolizing the spread of knowledge. 5. The byline teaches us to follow the path unfolded by the Vedas.
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Pioneers of the University
His Excellency
SRI E.S.L. NARASIMHAN
Governor of Andhra Pradesh&Chancellor
Prof. K.E.Devanathan
Vice - Chancellor
Dr.A.Venkata Radheshyam
Registrar i/c
Prof. AGNIHOTHRAM SRINIVASACHARYULU DEAN ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
SRI SREENIVAS NAIK POOJARI
Finance Officer
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SALIENT FEATURES OF THE UNIVERSITY
It is an internationally acclaimed higher Education Center for Vedas and Sastras.
Students throng to it from various parts of the country and across the globe in pursuit of their education. It has been specially set up to conduct traditional courses in UG, PG and advanced Research in the areas of Veda and allied modern subjects.
Faculty
The members of the faculty are specialized in their respective areas. Their
disciplinary approach in organizing their syllabus and systematic teaching pattern
endorses this.
Techno Taming
A full-fledged computer lab is available to the students round the clock.
Erudite Approach
The wealth that multi-plies even when shared i.e., knowledge is made available to the students through the library – the store house of knowledge – presently housed in the administrative building. This vast, well ventilated library caters to quench the thirst for knowledge.
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Student - Centered Education System
Computer Training coaching will be given to students in the certificate course of DTP. Youth Festival
Vedic Youth Festival is annually conducted by Sri Venkateswara Vedic University, wherein a common platform is provided for the students of various Pathasalas to prove their latent talents in various academic and co-curricular fields. Yoga Training
Controlling one’s mind is vital for enhanced concentration. This, for ages has been secured through Yoga. This feature has been inculcated into the mainstream of this University’s education under a well trained Yoga instructor. Gymnasium
A healthy body houses a healthy mind. Keeping this adage in mind, a well equipped Gymnasium has been established for the benefit of the students.
Educational Tour `
Every year one local and one national educational tour
is organized by the University. The students are allowed to visit different places of historical and educational importance.
Sanskrit and English Spoken Classes
Training is provided to the students for improving their fluency in Sanskrit and English. Practical Training
Students undergo practical training in performing different rituals. Vedic Museum
Various materials used in Vedic rituals are displayed in Museum. Career Evolution Centre
The end-achievement of all education is “career”. “Career Evolution Centre” provides the students with books useful to prepare for competitive examinations. Placement Cell
The University has established a special placement cell for the benefit of the students.
N.S.S.Unit The University introduced N.S.S from the academic year 2015-16 for the benefit of the Students.
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REGULAR COURSES
A. UNDER GRADUATE COURSES OF 33 YYEEAARRSS DURATION
Part – I: Languages
First Language : English (First Two Years Only)
Second Language : Sanskrit
(First Two Years Only)
Part – II: Other Subjects First Year : Environmental Science Second Year : Vedic Culture
(Part – I & Part – II are compulsory Subjects)
Part – III: Under this part the students have to select any one of the following groups
A/B/C/D based on their eligibility criteria.
No.of.Seats: Maximum 20 in each Course except Languages. Age Limit: 17-22 Years
Note: Minimum of five candidates in each Course under Part III is compulsory to run the Course.
The candidates may go through the general rules while filling the applications. Preference will be
given to the candidates based on the merit in Qualifying Examination.
Group Course Description Eligibility
A A.C.M Astrophysics, Computer Science, Mathematics
Must have studied mathematics and physics subjects in Intermediate (+2) or Equivalent Examination.
B H.Y.E
Herbal Science, Yogic Science, Ecology
Must have studied Biology and Physics subjects in Intermediate (+2) or Equivalent Examination.
C H.C.A
Herbal Science, Computer Science, Astrophysics
Must have Studied Biology as One of the Subject in Intermediate (+2) or Equivalent Examination.
D H.C.E
Herbal Science, Computer Science, Ecology
Must have Studied Biology as One of the Subject in Intermediate (+2) or Equivalent Examination.
B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science)
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Part – I: Languages
First Language : English
(First Two Years Only)
Second Language : Telugu/Sanskrit/Hindi
(First Two Years Only)
Part – II:
First Year : Environmental Science Second Year : Vedic Culture
Part – III: Under this part the students have to select any two subjects from Group A
and any one subject from Group B.
Note: After once the Admission any changing in the group subjects will not be considered.
No.of.Seats: Maximum 20 in each Course except Languages.Age Limit:17-22 Years
Note: Minimum of five candidates in each Course under Part III is compulsory to run the Course.
The candidates may go through the general rules while filling the applications. Preference will be
given to the candidates based on the merit in Qualifying Examination.
Group A Group B Eligibility
Jyotisha & Vastu
Computer Applications
Must have passed in intermediate +2 or its equivalent examination
Darshanas
English Literature
Vyakaranam Hindi Literature
Sanskrit Literature Mathematics
Vedic studies
B.A (Bachelor of Arts)
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B. Post Graduate Courses of 2 yrs (4 Semesters) duration.
Age Limit: 20-25 Years Note: Minimum of five candidates in each Course is compulsory to run the Course.
C. PART-TIME AND EVENING COURSES (Timings 6.00 pm to 8.30 pm)
P.G. Diploma Courses:
Sl. No. Course Eligibility No. of Seats
1 Indigenous Herbal
Science Any graduate 20
2 Computer
Applications -do- 40
3 Puranetihasa Any graduate with Purana/ Sanskrit
/Telugu 20
4 Ancient Indian Mathematics
Any Graduate with sound knowledge in mathematics
20
Note: Minimum of five candidates in each Course is compulsory to run the Course.
Group Course Eligibility No.of.Seats
A. M.A.(Sanskrit) The candidate must have studied
Sanskrit either as a Language or one of the Subjects at graduate level
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B. M.A.(Philosophy) Any graduate in
Philosophy/Darsanas/Sanskrit 15
C. M.A.(Linguistics and Translation
Studies)
Any graduate in Linguistics /Vyakarana/Nyaya/Sanskrit
15
D. M.A.(Vedic
Studies) Any graduate in Vedic Studies/
Sanskrit/ Related subjects. 15
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Diploma Courses (One Year Duration (Evening Course):
Sl.No Course Eligibility No. of Seats
1. Ancient Indian
Dietetics Intermediate or equivalent 25
2 Jyotisha & Vastu -do- 25
3 Temple
Management -do- 25
4 Divya Prabandha -do- 25
5 Pravachana -do- 25
6 Hindu Dharma -do- 25 Hindu Dharma Online /Regular The details of the eligibility and other information may be downloaded from the university website. www.svvedicuniversity.ac.in or contact 9347036763.
Note: Minimum of five candidates in each Course is compulsory to run the Course.
Certificate Course (Six Months Duration (Evening Course)):
Sl. No. Course Eligibility No. of Seats
1 Vedic Mathematics Intermediate or equivalent 25
2 Indigenous Health
Management -do- 25
Note: Minimum of five candidates in each Course is compulsory to run the Course. In allotment
Of seats preference will be given to those who have studied the concerned subject in the qualifying examination.
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Candidates seeking admission into any of the above courses offered by Sri
Venkateswara Vedic University, Tirupati can obtain the prescribed application along
with prospectus in person, from The Registrar, Sri Venkateswara Vedic University,
Tirupati on a requisition indicating the course in which they want admission. The
application form can also be downloaded from the website:
www.svvedicuniversity.ac.in A demand draft for Rs.100/- (Rs.50/- in case of SC/ST
students) drawn in favor of Registrar, S.V.Vedic University payable at Tirupati must
accompany filled in application form. The envelopes containing the filled in applications
should be super scribed as “Application for admission into B.A./B.Sc./M.A./
P.G.Diploma /Diploma/Certificate course in ...........................for the academic year
2017-2018”. Filled in applications should be sent to the following address on or
before 5-06-2017. With late fee Rs.200/- June 12th, 2017 & with late fee Rs.500/-
June 22nd 2017.
The Registrar, Sri Venkateswara Vedic University, Alipiri-Chandragiri by-pass Road,Tirupati - 517 502 ,A.P.)
For further details, the candidates may contact the concerned officers on the
following Phone Numbers: 9492551772, 9966768648,8374013277, 83830938742. General Rules Governing Admission
The candidates seeking admission should send the application in the prescribed form.
1. The application form should be filled in and signed by the applicant in his/her own
hand writing. The declaration must be signed by the candidate and by the parent or
guardian. 2. The candidates must enclose duly attested Xerox copies of the following
certificates along with the filled in application, failing which the application will be
summarily rejected.
i. Provisional/Original pass certificates of the last qualifying examination.
ii. Marks statement showing the marks obtained in each examination right from Matriculation/ SSC/OSLC to the last qualifying examination.
iii. Date of birth certificate iv. Study cum Conduct certificate
v. Caste certificate
vi. Transfer Certificate
vii. Valid proof of Residence - Aadhar Card/Ration Card Vii. Income Certificate duly obtained from the competent authorities
ix. Medical Certificate in case of Physically challenged persons
x. Passport size photos - 3
3. Incomplete applications or those received after the due date will be rejected. The
office of the University will not be held responsible for delay in receipt of application
forms sent by post, etc.
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4. Students will be admitted based on eligibility, merit, good conduct etc. as determined by the University.
5. The candidates must attend in person and produce the original documents along
with three sets of Photostat copies listed above in clause 2 at the time of interview to
be conducted on a specified date and time failing which he/she will not be
considered for admission. If the admission is offered, he/she shall pay the fee
immediately failing which he/she shall forfeit the seat. The next candidate in the
merit list will be considered for admission. 6. All the original certificates have to be deposited in the office at the time of
admission. The candidates are requested to retain sufficient Xerox copies of their
certificates with them in case they need it at a later date. 7. Admission will be confirmed after personal interview and/or the written test. 8. No student will be permitted to appear for any other University examination during
the period of study in the University.
9. The name of the student will be removed from the rolls or he/she may be expelled, if
he/she participates in illegal, anti-national, anti-social activities, strikes, ragging etc.
10. Students will not be allowed to change the optional subject after one month from the date of joining.
11. The candidates should submit two copies of recent passport size photographs at the
time of admission, separately. 12. The University reserves the right of admission. 13. The University reserves the right to run or not to run any course.
Reservations
Reservations are applicable for admission into University Courses as per the
existing rules of Government of Andhra Pradesh. A few seats are also reserved for the
children of the employees of the University. Medium of Instruction
Except languages for all other modern subjects the medium of instruction and
examination shall be English only. For traditional subjects the medium of instruction
shall be Sanskrit only. Minimum Instruction Days
The minimum instruction days for each academic year shall be 180. Attendance Requirements 1. A student is required to complete the program of study satisfying the attendance
requirements in all the years within a period of six academic years from the year of
admission failing which he/she forfeits his/her seat. 2. A student shall be detained if he/she fails to put up an overall attendance of 75% to
satisfy the attendance requirements.
3. The University may condone the shortage of attendance as specified below:
a) on Medical grounds - 5%
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c) on payment of condonation fee - 5%
A student who fails to satisfy the attendance requirements specified in clauses
(2) and (3) shall repeat that academic year with the permission of the University.
A student shall not be permitted to study any year more than three times during
the entire program of study.
A student who satisfies the attendance requirements specified in either of the
clauses (2) and (3) in any year may be permitted to repeat that year canceling the
previous attendance and any sessional marks of that year with the permission of the
University. However, this facility shall not be extended to any student more than twice
during the entire program of study as specified in clause (1). Conditions of Promotion
a. A student shall be eligible for promotion to the second year if he/she satisfies the
attendance requirements in first year as specified above.
b. A student shall be eligible for promotion to the third year if he/she satisfies the
attendance requirements in second year as specified above. Mode of Examination
There shall be two sessional tests and one annual examination in each theory
subject during every academic year.
Sessional test I will be held immediately after the completion of 72 instruction
days covering the syllabus of the first two units. Sessional test II will be held immediately after the completion of 144 instruction
days covering the syllabus of third and fourth units.
For each theory subject, there shall be an annual examination at the end of the
academic year. This will be of 3 hours duration covering the entire syllabus prescribed
for the subject.
For each practical subject, the concerned teacher shall award the sessional
marks based on the continuous assessment of experimental work. The concerned
teacher and an external examiner shall hold the Year-End Examination. Sri Venkateswara Vedic University reserves the right to amend these regulations
at any time in future without any notice. Further, the interpretation if any of the clauses
of these regulations entirely rests with the University. Code of Conduct
The following rules and regulations must be strictly followed by the students of the University.
1. All students should attend the classes regularly and promptly without fail.
2. Each and every student must be self-disciplined while attending the classes.
3. Any student, disturbing class-room atmosphere or causing inconvenience in any
form to the teachers or to the students, shall be sent out from class room by the Teacher and “absent” shall be marked.
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4. Any student found causing damage to the property of University will be liable to Disciplinary action. Besides, the repair/replacement charges of the damaged property will be recovered from the student/parent/guardian.
5. All kinds of correspondence with University by the students should be addressed
to the Registrar through their Heads of the Department concerned.
6. Students are strictly forbidden from taking part in any activity prejudicial to the University.
7. Students are expected to uphold the prestige of the University and therefore they
are strictly prohibited from participating in any activity that would sully the reputation of the University.
8. Any student if found guilty of criticizing the conduct of the University any where is
liable to be punished.
9. The Students shall not take part in any political meetings / activities which are likely to create unrest in the campus.
10. The use of cell phones in the University by the students is strictly prohibited. The
cell phone if found with the students will be taken by the University and will be handed over to the parents / guardian after receiving suitable explanation.
11. Students who are found guilty of any act of indiscipline and those who resort to
agitations will be expelled from the University.
12. Students indulging in unlawful, immoral activities etc., shall be punished.
13. Every student will be issued an identity card soon after admission which has to be carried by them and it shall be produced to the authorities on demand; the loss of identity card should be reported immediately to the University authorities.
14. Ragging in any form is strictly prohibited. If any incident of ragging comes to the
notice of the authority, the concerned student shall be given liberty to explain and if his explanation is not found satisfactory, the authority will take necessary disciplinary action including expulsion.
15. The Registrar is empowered to impose the following punishments on the
students in the best interest of the students and the institution:
(a) Levy of penalty or marking absent in the attendance register or both
(b) Stoppage of issue of certificates.
(c) Suspension / expulsion from the institution
(d) Any other action which the authorities may deem fit in the circumstances of the case.
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Hostel facility:
Usually admission will be provided to the day scholars, however University will
provide limited hostel facility to UG and PG Regular Course non local candidates with
the following terms and conditions.
1. University will provide hostel facility for non local candidates only.
2. The candidate must pay the hostel fee at the time of Hostel Admission.
3. Hostel will be allotted based on the merit, good conduct etc.
4. The candidates must follow the terms and conditions ordered by the authorities
of the University time to time without fail.
5. University reserves right to cancel the hostel facility under disciplinary action or
any other circumstances to any candidate at any stage of Study without giving
any notice.
6. University will provide hostel facility only for the candidates successfully
completed the Course in each Academic Year.
7. University will not entertain any illegal, anti-national, anti-social activities, strikes,
ragging etc in the premises of the hostel.
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Annexure – I (Fee Details)
Course Fee Details Course Name Tution Fee Computer General Common Total Fee
(in Rs.) Lab Fee Lab Fee Fee B.A. (per annum) 500.00 3,000.00 -N.A.- 565.00 4,065.00
B.Sc. (per annum) 500.00 3,000.00 200.00 565.00 4,265.00
M.A. (per annum) 700.00 -N.A.- -N.A.- 565.00 1,265.00
P.G. Diploma in Puranetihasa 500.00 -N.A.- -N.A.- 565.00 1,065.00
P.G. Diploma in Computer Applications 5,000.00 -N.A.- -N.A.- 565.00 5,565.00
All P.G. Diploma cources (except Computer
Applications & Puranetihasa) 2,500.00 -N.A.- -N.A.- 565.00 3,065.00
Diploma in Divya Prabandha 500.00 -N.A.- -N.A.- -N.A.- 500.00
Diploma in Temple Management 500.00 -N.A.- -N.A.- -N.A.- 500.00
Other Diploma Courses 1,500.00 -N.A.- -N.A.- 565.00 2,065.00
Certificate Courses 1,000.00 -N.A.- -N.A.- 565.00 1,565.00
Common Fee Particulars Fee (in Rs)
Admission fee 50-00
Recognition fee 55-00
Library caution deposit (Refundable) 400-00
Id Card (per annum) 60-00
Computer Laboratory fee where ever 3000-00
applicable (per annum)
General laboratory fee for other 200.00
sciences (per annum)
Hostel Fee (Only for UG and PG Courses)
Fee Particulars Fee (in Rs)
Establishment charges 1100.00
Room maintenance and water charges per annum 200.00
Miscellaneous charges per annum 200.00
Mess caution deposit 1000.00
Note:
1. The eligible candidate shall be admitted to the Course applied only after paying the prescribed fee within the stipulated time.
2. Fee once paid will not be refunded at any circumstances. 3. The Candidates must pay the Second Year and Third Year Fee at the beginning of the academic year itself.
Application must be submitted to the Registrar, S.V.Vedic University, Alipiri Chandragiri By-pass Road, Tirupati.
Last date for received Filled application - 05-06-2017 With Late fee of Rs.200/- - 12-06-2017 With Late fee of Rs.500/- - 22-06-2017
Note: 1. Minimum of five candidates in each course is compulsory to run the
course. 2. The eligible candidates are intimated through university website
www.svvedicuniversity.ac.in and through university notice board.
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Important Dates: Last date for receipt of filled in applications:
For Further Details Please Contact: 8374013277 , 9492551772,8330938742 visit our website: www.svvedicuniversity.ac.in follow us on: www.facebook.com/svvedicuniversity
