The Bihar state government has approved the establishment of five new private universities. This decision aims to increase higher education enrollment across the state. The approval was announced by Choudhary, who stated, "Approval has been granted for the establishing and operating of five new universities in various districts of Bihar." These institutions will provide students with greater access to higher education opportunities.
New Universities Approved
The five approved private universities are:
- Shangza University in Madhubani.
- B G University at Daraudha in Siwan.
- S A University at Ashok Nagar in Nawada.
- Himalaya University in Patna.
- Seetyog University in Aurangabad.
Teacher Transfer Rules Updated
In addition to the university approvals, the Bihar Cabinet also passed the Teacher Transfer Rule 2026 . This rule will govern the movement of teachers, headmasters, and principals. The system will operate through a portal.
The rules allow for transfers based on specific grounds. Female teachers can transfer for health reasons. They can also transfer for spouse posting or disabilities. Family circumstances are another ground for transfer. Female teachers may transfer from their home panchayat.
Male teachers can also apply for transfers. Grounds include addressing staff shortages. This helps balance teacher-student ratios. Transfers can also occur from a home block to a nearby block within the same district.
