The shortlist for the vice-chancellor position at Mohanlal Sukhadia University (MLSU) in Udaipur, Rajasthan, includes Alpana Kateja, the current vice-chancellor of the University of Rajasthan, who is under investigation for alleged financial irregularities. This has sparked discussions in academic circles, especially since the inquiry remains pending. The position at MLSU has been vacant since September 2025 following the resignation of Sunita Mishra amid controversy. The search committee, chaired by former MDS University vice-chancellor Kailash Sodani, finalized the list based on recommendations from various stakeholders, including the state government and the University Grants Commission (UGC). Other candidates on the shortlist include law professor Anand Paliwal and Janardan Rai Nagar Rajasthan Vidyapeeth vice-chancellor SS Sarangdevot. Concerns have been raised about the process, particularly regarding the absence of vigilance clearance from the Governor's office, a standard practice in many states.