About Sardar Patel University, Vallabh Vidyanagar
Sardar Patel University is a public state university at Vallabh Vidyanagar near Anand, with about thirty postgraduate departments in arts, science, commerce, management, pharmacy and education.
Sardar Patel University is a public state university based at Vallabh Vidyanagar in Anand district, with jurisdiction over Anand and Kheda districts. It points to a history of about 65 years and runs postgraduate teaching departments on its own campus besides affiliating colleges. Departments cover languages, economics, history, psychology, social work, business studies, business management, home science, pharmaceutical sciences, the physical and life sciences, statistics, computer science and education. Its main postgraduate degrees are MA in many subjects, M.Com, M.Sc in more than twenty specialisations, MBA, MCA and M.Pharm, along with MSW, M.Ed, library science and 27 PG diplomas. Doctoral research is offered through its M.Phil and PhD programme.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Business Administration | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Commerce | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Computer Applications | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Pharmacy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Science | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Postgraduate department admissions are announced on the university's PG admission page each year, with department-wise details. Candidates apply online within the notified window and are admitted as per the university's rules for each programme. M.Phil and PhD admissions are handled through a separate research programme page.
Typical eligibility
- Master of Arts: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; three- or four-year bachelor's degree; subject requirements vary (e.g. DU M.A. Economics needs Mathematics in Class 12 or 4 credits of Mathematics in the degree)
- Master of Business Administration: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; bachelor's degree of at least three years in any discipline
- Master of Commerce: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; B.Com (Hons/Pass) or equivalent such as BBA, BMS or BBE (University of Delhi)
- Master of Computer Applications: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; BCA, B.Sc (CS/IT) or equivalent
- Master of Pharmacy: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Pharmacy; At least 55% marks in UG; B.Pharm from a PCI-approved institution; registration with the State Pharmacy Council (required by JSS AHER within one month of admission)
- Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Sardar Patel University a government university?
Its home page calls it a public state university covering Anand and Kheda districts.
Which PG courses are offered on campus?
MA in many subjects, M.Com, M.Sc in over twenty areas, MBA, MCA and M.Pharm, plus MSW, M.Ed and PG diplomas.
Where is the university?
At Vallabh Vidyanagar, Anand district, Gujarat 388120.
How do I apply for PG admission?
Watch the SPU PG admission page, which lists department-wise admission details each year.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- Sardar Patel University home page · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Post Graduate Programmes - Sardar Patel University · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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