Governor Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju, who serves as chancellor of Goa University, has requested a detailed report from Vice-Chancellor Harilal B Menon regarding the newly announced integrated five-year master's degree programs for the academic year 2026-27. The decision to introduce these programs without prior government approval has sparked significant concern among government-aided colleges in Goa, which fear a decline in student enrollment in existing undergraduate courses. The governor's request follows a letter from a forum representing principals and managements of non-government colleges in the state, opposing the university's move. Goa University plans to admit students who have completed Class XII, with 15 seats reserved for local candidates and 35 seats for students from other states. The annual tuition fee is set at ₹40,000 (approximately $480 USD) for Goan students and ₹50,000 (approximately $600 USD) for out-of-state students. The directorate of higher education had previously instructed the university to seek government approval before introducing such programs, citing potential financial burdens. Despite this, the university proceeded with the announcement, prompting the forum to seek the governor's intervention.