Goa University faces flak on non-Goan seat quota

Leaders, student bodies question fairness, demand immediate review of admission policy

- THE GOAN | NETWORK

Goa University’s decision to allocate more than double the number of seats to non-Goan applicants than to Goan students in its five-year integrated programmes for the 2026-27 academic year has drawn sharp criticism from opposition leaders and student bodies, who have sought immediate intervention from the State government.

As per the university’s admission notification issued on April 28, each integrated programme provides 15 seats for students who have completed Class XII from Goa, while 35 additional seats have been earmarked for candidates from other Indian states. The disparity has triggered concerns over access and fairness for local students.