Raj Rishi Bhartrihari Matsya University (RRBMU), formerly Matsya University, is a state university located at Alwar, Rajasthan, India. It was established in 2012 by the Government of Rajasthan through the Matsya University, Alwar Act, 2012 and was later renamed though the Matsya University, Alwar Act, 2014. It has jurisdiction over all colleges in the Alwar district.
Controversies
Consultation fee controversy In February 2026, Raj Rishi Bhartrihari Matsya University was cited during a debate in the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly regarding the collection of a ₹1,000 "consultation" (vimarsh) fee from students. Opposition legislators alleged that the fee was collected over multiple academic years without corresponding counselling services being provided. It was claimed that the university collected approximately ₹22.16 crore under this fee head between the 2018-19 and 2024-25 academic sessions. The state government stated that the fee was levied in accordance with provisions of the University Act and was utilised for examination and administrative purposes, while opposition members demanded transparency and an inquiry into the matter. Financial irregularities probe In 2025, the Governor of Rajasthan ordered an inquiry into allegations of financial irregularities and violations of university regulations at Raj Rishi Bhartrihari Matsya University and another state university. A committee was constituted to examine complaints related to financial management and administrative procedures. Officials stated that action would be taken based on the findings of the investigation. Examination paper leak case In March 2025, police in Alwar arrested five individuals in connection with the alleged leakage of a computer examination paper of Raj Rishi Bhartrihari Matsya University. According to police officials, the accused obtained the question paper illegally and attempted to sell it for monetary gain. The university subsequently filed a complaint, and a criminal investigation was initiated into the incident. == References ==