Digital Goa, Sept 17 – Governor of Goa has given assent to an amendment to the Goa Private Universities Act, paving way for private universities to operate through off-campus centres during their initial establishment phase. As per govt the provision is aimed at expediting the setup of private universities in Goa while their main campuses are still under development. The amendment, which was passed in the Assembly on July 31, 2025, received the Governor’s assent on September 11. Opposition had opposed the bill expressing concerns that it will allow fly-by-night operators to set shop in the state.












