Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV), Vadodara (a Central University under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India) has released the Admission Notice for Academic Year 2026-27.
The admission will be provided in UG through JEE Main and PG is thorugh the GSV entrance test which will be conducted
The official Admission Notice (dated around 11 March 2026) is available here: GSV Admission Notice 2026-27 PDF
There is also an Admission Brochure 2026-27 available on the university website.
Key Highlights of the Admission Notice:
- Applications open in April 2026 (except for B.Tech, which follows the JoSAA/CSAB schedule).
- Online application portal: https://gsvadm.samarth.edu.in/ (expected to open from 2nd April 2026 onwards, as per public notices).
- Official website for all details: https://gsv.ac.in/
Programmes Offered (2026-27):
B.Tech (4 Years) – Regular Programmes (Technology Stream)
- Civil Engineering – Specialisation: Rail Engineering (60 seats)
- Electronics and Communication Engineering – Specialisation: Rail Engineering (60)
- Mechanical Engineering – Specialisation: Rail Engineering (60)
- Electrical Engineering – Specialisation: Rail Engineering (60)
- Artificial Intelligence and Data Science – Specialisation: Transportation and Logistics (60)
- Aviation Engineering (40)
- Maritime Engineering (30)
Eligibility & Admission:
- For B.Tech, must qualify JEE (Main) 2026.
- Admissions through JoSAA / CSAB counselling only. No separate GSV entrance test for B.Tech.
M.Tech (3 Years): Intelligent Transport Systems, Railway Engineering, Bridge and Tunnel Engineering, Roads and Highway Engineering (30 seats each).
Admission- GSV Entrance test
GSV Admission 2026 MBA (2 Years):
| S.No. | Programme | Duration | Intake | Notes |
| 1 | MBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management | 2 Years | 30 | – |
| 2 | MBA in Ports and Shipping Logistics | 2 Years | 30 | Offered jointly with Indian Maritime University (IMU) |
Admission mode-CUET PG/CAT/XAT/MAT/
MBA in Ports and Shipping Logistics Offered jointly with Indian Maritime University (IMU)
IMU-CET / CUET-PG / XAT / CAT / MAT
MBA Exclusively for Working Professionals
MBA Programs (2 Years) – Management Stream
Program S.No. Programme 1 MBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management 2 MBA in Multi-modal Transportation 3 MBA in Metro Rail Management 4 MBA in Aviation and Operations Management 5 MBA in Infrastructure Asset Management 6 MBA in Digital Maritime
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with Mathematics or Statistics as one subject.
- Minimum 60% marks or 6.5/10 CGPA/CPI (50% or 5.5/10 for SC/ST/PWD).
- Full-time employment with at least 2 years of work experience; must be sponsored by industry, R&D organizations, labs, NGOs, or banking institutions.
- Submit No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer in prescribed format upon admission to GSV.
- Reservation as per Government of India norms.
Selection Process
- Stage 1: GSV Entrance Test (initial screening).
- Stage 2: Personal Interview (for shortlisted candidates).
- Final Merit: Entrance Test (50%) + Personal Interview (50%).
Number of Seats-30
- Ph.D. in Engineering / Management (focus on Transportation and Logistics) – for working professionals in Govt./PSU/Industry/Defence etc.
- Ph.D. in Engineering with a focus on Transportation and Logistics* Ph.D. in Management with a focus on Transportation and Logistics* Mode Full-time (on campus)
Ph.D. in Engineering Eligibility
- Master’s Route: M.Tech./M.E./M.Sc. (Engineering/Science) or MS with minimum 60% marks or 6.5/10 CGPA/CPI (50% or 5.5/10 for SC/ST/PWD).
- Candidates must also hold a bachelor’s degree with at least 60% marks or 6.5/10 CGPA/CPI (50% or 5.5/10 for SC/ST/PWD).
- Bachelor’s Route: 4-year B.Tech./B.E./B.Sc. (Engineering) with minimum 80% marks or 8.5/10 CGPA/CPI.
Ph.D. in Management Eligibility
- Master’s Route: Master’s in Management/Humanities/Social Sciences/Sciences/Engineering or allied areas with minimum 60% marks or 6.5/10 CGPA/CPI (50% or 5.5/10 for SC/ST/PWD). Candidates must also hold a bachelor’s degree with at least 60% marks or 6.5/10 CGPA/CPI (50% or 5.5/10 for SC/ST/PWD).
- Bachelor’s Route: 4-year B.Tech./B.E./B.Sc. (Engineering) with minimum 80% marks or 8.5/10 CGPA/CPI.
Common Requirement for Both Programs
Candidates must have qualified in a national-level exam such as GATE, CSIR-NET, UGC-NET, NBHM, PM Fellowship, CAT, GMAT, or equivalent. Valid scores are from 2024, 2025, or 2026.
Note: Percentages/CGPA apply to General/GEN-EWS/OBC unless specified otherwise for reserved categories (SC/ST/PWD).
Financial Assistance
Ph.D. Financial Assistance
Financial assistance follows MHRD/UGC norms via University Assistantship:Category Period Monthly Amount University Assistantship Years 1–2 ₹37,000 University Assistantship Years 3–5 ₹42,000
Programme Fee
Semester Fee Rs.43,500
Annual Fee Rs.68,500
GSV Entrance test
Selection for PG/Doctoral (working professionals): Typically involves Written Test / Presentation + Personal Interview (details in the notice).
Reservation: As per Government of India norms.
Fees (B.Tech – indicative for reference, subject to revision):
- Day Scholar: Annual ₹1,76,600 | First Semester ≈ ₹97,550
- Hosteller: Annual ₹2,66,200 | First Semester ≈ ₹1,42,350
Fees for other programmes and detailed scholarship/financial aid information are available in the official notice and brochure.
How to Apply:
- Visit https://gsv.ac.in/ for the latest updates, notice, and brochure.
- For B.Tech → Register and participate in JoSAA/CSAB counselling after JEE Main 2026 results.
- For other programmes → Apply online via the Samarth portal once it opens in April 2026.
Important: Always check the official GSV website or Samarth portal for exact application start dates, eligibility criteria, entrance test details (if any), and updates, as timelines may be refined.
For direct access:
- Admission Notification: Download PDF
- University Website: https://gsv.ac.in/
- Admission Portal: https://gsvadm.samarth.edu.in/
