The Statutes of Sri Venkateshwara University, made under the University Act, define the powers and functions of the University authorities and officers — the Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor, Registrar, Finance Officer, Controller of Examinations — and the constitution of the Governing Body, Board of Management, Academic Council, Finance Committee and Boards of Studies.

They also cover the appointment and service conditions of teachers and staff, the creation of Schools and Departments, and the procedure for making Ordinances and Regulations.