In a significant move towards modern governance, all universities in Bihar, India, will implement the Samarth ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system starting from the 2026-27 academic session. This initiative, led by the state education department and supported by the Ministry of Education, aims to streamline academic and administrative processes digitally, enhancing efficiency and transparency. The Samarth platform provides a comprehensive suite of software modules for managing student admissions, academic records, and faculty tasks. N K Agrawal, the state higher education director, emphasized the importance of integrating information and communication technologies (ICTs) to foster interactive engagement between universities and their stakeholders. Several other states, including Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, and Jammu and Kashmir, are also adopting the Samarth system for their higher education institutions. The transition to digital governance will involve shifting all official transactions, such as admissions and examinations, from manual to digital modes, marking a pivotal step in the evolution of university governance in Bihar.