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Effective Date: <\/strong>February 01, 2026
<\/strong>Last Updated: <\/strong>February 01, 2026<\/p>\n\n

1. Introduction<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

Forte India Enterprises Private Limited (“Forte India,” “We,” “Us,” or “Our”), a company registered under the Companies Act, 2013, with registered office at 119\/23, Naseemabad Rd, Gumti No.5, Darshan Purwa, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh 208012, India, is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of all visitors, users, and registrants (“You,” “Your,” or “Data Principal”).

This Privacy Policy applies to our website https:\/\/forteindia.co.in\/ and all services offered through the website, including workshop registrations for ITI (Industrial Training Institute) students, skill development programs, visitor inquiries, and user account management (collectively, “Services”).

By accessing, browsing, registering on, or using Our Services, You acknowledge that You have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, processing, storage, and disclosure of Your personal data as described herein.<\/p>\n\n

This Privacy Policy complies with:<\/p>\n\n

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  • Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) 2023, Government of India<\/li>\n\n
  • Information Technology Act, 2000 and IT Rules, 2011<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

    2. Definitions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

    Personal Data: <\/strong>Any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person, including name, email, phone, address, date of birth, ITI enrollment details, Aadhaar number (if provided), photograph, and other identifying information.<\/p>\n\n

    Data Fiduciary: <\/strong>Forte India Enterprises Private Limited, which determines the purpose and means of processing personal data.<\/p>\n\n

    Data Principal: <\/strong>The individual (You, including ITI students, workshop participants, or registrants) to whom the personal data relates.<\/p>\n\n

    Processing: <\/strong>Any operation performed on personal data, including collection, storage, use, disclosure, or deletion.<\/p>\n\n

    Consent: <\/strong>A clear affirmative action signifying freely given, specific, informed agreement to processing of personal data.<\/p>\n\n

    Verifiable Parental Consent: <\/strong>Consent obtained from parent or lawful guardian for processing data of a child (under 18 years), verified through reliable means under DPDPA 2023.<\/p>\n\n

    Child \/ Minor: <\/strong>Any person under 18 years of age as defined under DPDPA 2023.<\/p>\n\n

    3. Data Fiduciary and Contact Information<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

    Data Fiduciary:
    Forte India Enterprises Private Limited
    119\/23, Naseemabad Rd, Gumti No.5, Darshan Purwa,
    Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh 208012, India
    Website: https:\/\/forteindia.co.in\/
    Email: Email :info@forteindia.co.in
    Phone: +91 63869 02979

    Grievance Officer (DPDPA 2023 Compliance):
    Name: Mr. Ritesh Sharma
    Designation: Manager – Compliance
    Email: info@forteindia.co.in
    Phone: 0512 221 2509
    Address: 119\/23, Naseemabad Rd, Kanpur, UP 208012<\/p>\n\n

    4. Applicability and Scope<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

    This Privacy Policy applies to:<\/p>\n\n

    \u2022 All visitors to https:\/\/forteindia.co.in\/<\/p>\n\n

    \u2022 ITI\/ other institutions students registering for workshops and skill development programs<\/p>\n\n

    \u2022 Parents or guardians providing consent for minor students (under 18 years)<\/p>\n\n

    \u2022 Educational institutions, ITI\/ other institution administrators, and partner organizations<\/p>\n\n

    \u2022 Any individual submitting inquiries, feedback, or contact forms<\/p>\n\n

    \u2022 Personal data processed in digital form or digitized thereafter<\/p>\n\n

    5. Personal Data We Collect<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

    We collect the following categories of personal data:<\/p>\n\n

    5.1 Registration Data (ITI Students & Workshop Participants)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

    When You register for workshops or training programs, We may collect:<\/p>\n\n

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    • Full Name<\/li>\n\n
    • Date of Birth \/ Age<\/li>\n\n
    • Gender<\/li>\n\n
    • Email Address<\/li>\n\n
    • Mobile Number \/ Phone Number<\/li>\n\n
    • Postal Address (City, State, PIN Code)<\/li>\n\n
    • ITI Name\/ Institution and Trade\/Course Details<\/li>\n\n
    • Year of Study \/ Enrollment Year<\/li>\n\n
    • Educational Qualifications<\/li>\n\n
    • Aadhaar Number (optional, only if required for government scheme eligibility)<\/li>\n\n
    • Photograph (for ID card or certificate generation)<\/li>\n\n
    • Parent\/Guardian Name and Contact Details (for minors under 18)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

      5.2 Inquiry and Contact Form Data<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n
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      • Name<\/li>\n\n
      • Email Address<\/li>\n\n
      • Phone Number<\/li>\n\n
      • Message \/ Inquiry Details<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

        5.3 Technical Data (Automatically Collected)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n
          \n
        • IP Address<\/li>\n\n
        • Browser Type and Version<\/li>\n\n
        • Device Type and Operating System<\/li>\n\n
        • Date and Time of Visit<\/li>\n\n
        • Pages Viewed and Duration<\/li>\n\n
        • Cookies (see Cookie Policy)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

          5.4 Information from Third Parties<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n
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          • \u2022 ITI institutions and educational authorities (student lists, enrollment data)<\/li>\n\n
          • \u2022 Government agencies (for verification of eligibility)<\/li>\n\n
          • \u2022 Partner organizations and training facilitators<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

            6. Purpose of Processing and Legal Basis<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

            We process Your personal data for the following purposes:<\/p>\n\n

            \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
            Purpose<\/td>\nLegal Basis (DPDPA 2023)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            Workshop and training registration<\/td>\nConsent (Verifiable Parental Consent for minors)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            Student identification and attendance<\/td>\nConsent and Legitimate Purpose (educational service)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            Certificate issuance<\/td>\nConsent and Contract Performance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            Communication regarding workshops and updates<\/td>\nConsent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            Responding to inquiries and support<\/td>\nConsent and Legitimate Interest<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            Website functionality improvement<\/td>\nLegitimate Interest<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            Analytics and usage monitoring<\/td>\nConsent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            Compliance with legal requirements<\/td>\nLegal Obligation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n

            Consent is obtained through clear affirmative action: checking consent boxes, clicking “I Agree,” or parent\/guardian signing consent forms for students under 18.<\/p>\n\n

            7. Special Provisions for Student Data (Minors Under 18)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

            Given that most ITI students or students from other institutions may be under 18, We comply with Section 9 of DPDPA 2023:<\/p>\n\n

            7.1 Verifiable Parental Consent<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

            We obtain verifiable consent from parent\/guardian through:<\/p>\n\n

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            • Verification using information already available (e.g., ITI student records)<\/li>\n\n
            • Parent\/guardian providing government-issued ID and signing consent form<\/li>\n\n
            • Digital verification through DigiLocker or government platforms<\/li>\n\n
            • Physical or digital consent form signed by parent\/guardian<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

              7.2 Prohibition on Detrimental Processing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

              We do NOT process student data in ways that may cause harm:<\/p>\n\n

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              • Behavioral tracking for advertising<\/li>\n\n
              • Profiling that could lead to discrimination<\/li>\n\n
              • Sharing data for commercial marketing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                7.3 Educational Purpose Exemption<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

                Parental consent is not required when processing is necessary for educational services mandated by law or government schemes (Section 9(1) exemption).<\/p>\n\n

                8. How We Use Your Personal Data<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n
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                • Register You for workshops and training programs<\/li>\n\n
                • Verify identity and eligibility<\/li>\n\n
                • Communicate schedules, updates, and reminders<\/li>\n\n
                • Issue certificates and credentials<\/li>\n\n
                • Track attendance and program completion<\/li>\n\n
                • Provide support and respond to inquiries<\/li>\n\n
                • Improve website, programs, and services<\/li>\n\n
                • Conduct surveys and feedback (with consent)<\/li>\n\n
                • Comply with legal obligations and government reporting<\/li>\n\n
                • Prevent fraud and unauthorized access<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                  9. Data Sharing and Disclosure<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

                  We do not sell or trade Your data. We may share data with:<\/p>\n\n

                  9.1 Data Processors and Indemnity<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

                  (a) Use of Data Processors. We may appoint third\u2011party vendors and service providers (data processors) to process personal data on Our behalf for purposes such as hosting, communications, analytics, certificate generation, and IT support, strictly in accordance with Our documented instructions and subject to confidentiality and security obligations consistent with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.<\/p>\n\n

                  (b) Contractual Safeguards. We enter into written data\u2011processing arrangements with all such data processors, requiring them to implement reasonable technical and organizational measures, comply with applicable data protection laws, promptly notify Us of any personal data breach, and assist Us in fulfilling Our obligations towards Data Principals.<\/p>\n\n

                  (c) Indemnity by Data Processors (Contractual Responsibility). Each data processor engaged by Us is contractually required to indemnify and hold Us harmless from and against any fines, penalties, claims, losses, damages, and reasonable legal costs arising directly from: (i) the processor\u2019s breach of its data protection or security obligations under its agreement with Us, or (ii) the processor\u2019s violation of applicable data protection laws, to the extent such breach or violation is attributable to the processor.<\/p>\n\n

                  (d) No Limitation of Your Rights. The engagement of data processors and any indemnity arrangements between Us and such processors do not limit Your rights as a Data Principal under DPDPA 2023 or Our responsibility, as Data Fiduciary, towards You under applicable law.<\/p>\n\n

                  9.2 ITI Institutions and Educational Authorities<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

                  \u2022 Student registration, attendance, and certificates shared with ITI institutions or institutions whose students have participated in the programme and government education departments.<\/p>\n\n

                  9.3 Government Agencies<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n
                    \n
                  • Ministry of Skill Development, DGT, State Skill Development Missions for compliance and reporting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                    9.4 Service Providers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n
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                    • Cloud hosting providers<\/li>\n\n
                    • Email\/SMS platforms<\/li>\n\n
                    • Payment processors (if applicable)<\/li>\n\n
                    • Certificate generation vendors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                      All processors bound by data processing agreements ensuring DPDPA compliance.<\/p>\n\n

                      9.5 Legal Authorities<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

                      \u2022 Courts, law enforcement, tax authorities when required by law.<\/p>\n\n

                      9.6 Partner Organizations<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

                      \u2022 Training facilitators and partners (with Your consent).<\/p>\n\n

                      10. Data Retention<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

                      We retain data only as long as necessary or required by law:<\/p>\n\n

                      \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
                      Data Category<\/td>\nRetention Period<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                      Student registration data<\/td>\nProgram duration + 5 years<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                      Workshop attendance records<\/td>\n5 years<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                      Certificates<\/td>\nPermanent (verification)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                      Inquiry\/contact data<\/td>\n2 years after last contact<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                      Technical logs<\/td>\n1 year<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n

                      After retention period, data will be securely deleted or anonymized.<\/p>\n\n

                      11. Your Rights as a Data Principal<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

                      Under DPDPA 2023, You have the right to:<\/p>\n\n

                      1. Right to Access: <\/strong>Request summary of data We process about You<\/p>\n\n

                      2. Right to Correction: <\/strong>Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data<\/p>\n\n

                      3. Right to Erasure: <\/strong>Request deletion (subject to legal retention)<\/p>\n\n

                      4. Right to Withdraw Consent: <\/strong>Withdraw consent anytime (does not affect prior processing)<\/p>\n\n

                      5. Right to Nominate: <\/strong>Nominate another person to exercise rights in case of death\/incapacity<\/p>\n\n

                      6. Right to Grievance Redressal: <\/strong>File complaint with Grievance Officer or Data Protection Board<\/p>\n\n

                      11.1 How to Exercise Rights<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

                      Contact us via:<\/p>\n\n

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                      • Email: info@forteindia.co.in<\/li>\n\n
                      • Grievance Officer: info@forteindia.co.in<\/li>\n\n
                      • Written request to registered office<\/li>\n\n
                      • Phone: +91 63869 02979<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                        We will acknowledge within 7 days and respond within 30 days.<\/p>\n\n

                        12. Data Security<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

                        We implement security safeguards including:<\/p>\n\n

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                        • Encryption (SSL\/TLS in transit, encryption at rest)<\/li>\n\n
                        • Secure authentication and access controls<\/li>\n\n
                        • Regular security audits<\/li>\n\n
                        • Firewall and intrusion detection<\/li>\n\n
                        • Secure backups<\/li>\n\n
                        • Employee training on data protection<\/li>\n\n
                        • Restricted access on need-to-know basis<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                          However, no system is 100% secure. We use commercially reasonable efforts but cannot guarantee absolute security.<\/p>\n\n

                          13. Data Breach Notification<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

                          In the event of a breach, We will:<\/p>\n\n

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                          • Notify Data Protection Board of India immediately<\/li>\n\n
                          • Provide follow-up report within 72 hours<\/li>\n\n
                          • Notify affected Data Principals without delay<\/li>\n\n
                          • Take corrective actions to contain breach<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                            14. Cookies and Tracking Technologies<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

                            We use cookies to enhance Your experience. See Our Cookie Policy for details. You may manage cookies through browser settings or Our cookie consent tool.<\/p>\n\n

                            Our use of cookies and similar technologies is described in more detail in our separate Cookies Policy, which forms an integral part of this Privacy Policy. You can review it at the \u201cCookies Policy\u201d link available in the footer of our website or directly at: [insert cookies policy URL]. By continuing to use our website, you acknowledge that you have been provided with clear information about cookies and that you can manage your preferences in accordance with our Cookies Policy.<\/p>\n\n

                            15. Third-Party Links<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

                            Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please read their privacy policies.<\/p>\n\n

                            16. Children’s Privacy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

                            As Our audience includes ITI students (many under 18) or students from other institutions or any visitor who has not attained age of a major, We obtain verifiable parental consent before processing data of minors, except where necessary for educational services.<\/p>\n\n

                            Parents\/guardians may review, correct, delete, or withdraw consent for their child’s data.<\/p>\n\n

                            Contact info@forteindia.co.in\u00a0for concerns.<\/p>\n\n

                            17. Updates to This Privacy Policy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

                            We may update this Policy. We will notify You by:<\/p>\n\n

                              \n
                            • Posting updated Policy with new “Last Updated” date<\/li>\n\n
                            • Email\/SMS to registered users<\/li>\n\n
                            • Prominent website notice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                              Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.<\/p>\n\n

                              18. Governing Law and Jurisdiction<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

                              Governed by:<\/p>\n\n

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                              • Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023<\/li>\n\n
                              • Information Technology Act 2000<\/li>\n\n
                              • Indian Contract Act 1872<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                                Disputes subject to exclusive jurisdiction of courts in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh.<\/p>\n\n

                                19. Contact Us<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

                                Forte India Enterprises Private Limited
                                119\/23, Naseemabad Rd, Gumti No.5, Darshan Purwa,
                                Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh 208012, India
                                Website: https:\/\/forteindia.co.in\/
                                Email: info@forteindia.co.in
                                Grievance Officer: info@forteindia.co.in
                                Phone: +91 63869 02979<\/p>\n\n

                                20. Grievance Redressal Mechanism<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

                                Grievance Officer:
                                Name: Mr. Ritesh Sharma
                                Email: info@forteindia.co.in
                                Phone: +91 63869 02979
                                Address: 119\/23, Naseemabad Rd, Kanpur, UP 208012<\/p>\n\n

                                Grievances acknowledged within 7 days, resolved within 30 days.<\/p>\n\n

                                Data Protection Board of India: www.dpb.gov.in<\/p>\n\n

                                21. Acknowledgment and Consent<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

                                By registering or using Our Services, You acknowledge You have:<\/p>\n\n

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                                • Read and understood this Privacy Policy<\/li>\n\n
                                • Provided informed consent for data processing<\/li>\n\n
                                • If under 18, obtained verifiable parental consent<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                                  If You disagree, please do not register or use Our Services.<\/p>\n\n

                                  Document Control<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n
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                                  Document Title<\/td>\nForte India Enterprises Privacy Policy<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                                  Version<\/td>\n1.0 (DPDPA 2023 Compliant)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                                  Effective Date<\/td>\nFebruary 17, 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                                  Last Updated<\/td>\nFebruary 17, 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                                  Prepared For<\/td>\nForte India Enterprises Private Limited<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                                  Review Frequency<\/td>\nAnnually or as required<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                                  Jurisdiction<\/td>\nIndia (Kanpur, UP)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                                  Privacy Policy Effective Date: February 01, 2026Last Updated: February 01, 2026 1. Introduction Forte India Enterprises Private Limited (“Forte India,” “We,” “Us,” or “Our”), a company registered under the Companies Act, 2013, with registered office at 119\/23, Naseemabad Rd, Gumti No.5, Darshan Purwa, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh 208012, India, is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of all visitors, users, and registrants (“You,” “Your,” or “Data Principal”). This Privacy Policy applies to our website https:\/\/forteindia.co.in\/ and all services offered through the website, including workshop registrations for ITI (Industrial Training Institute) students, skill development programs, visitor inquiries, and user account management (collectively, “Services”). By accessing, browsing, registering on, or using Our Services, You acknowledge that You have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, processing, storage, and disclosure of Your personal data as described herein. This Privacy Policy complies with: 2. Definitions Personal Data: Any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person, including name, email, phone, address, date of birth, ITI enrollment details, Aadhaar number (if provided), photograph, and other identifying information. Data Fiduciary: Forte India Enterprises Private Limited, which determines the purpose and means of processing personal data. Data Principal: The individual (You, including ITI students, workshop participants, or registrants) to whom the personal data relates. Processing: Any operation performed on personal data, including collection, storage, use, disclosure, or deletion. Consent: A clear affirmative action signifying freely given, specific, informed agreement to processing of personal data. Verifiable Parental Consent: Consent obtained from parent or lawful guardian for processing data of a child (under 18 years), verified through reliable means under DPDPA 2023. Child \/ Minor: Any person under 18 years of age as defined under DPDPA 2023. 3. Data Fiduciary and Contact Information Data Fiduciary:Forte India Enterprises Private Limited119\/23, Naseemabad Rd, Gumti No.5, Darshan Purwa,Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh 208012, IndiaWebsite: https:\/\/forteindia.co.in\/Email: Email :info@forteindia.co.inPhone: +91 63869 02979 Grievance Officer (DPDPA 2023 Compliance):Name: Mr. Ritesh SharmaDesignation: Manager – ComplianceEmail: info@forteindia.co.inPhone: 0512 221 2509Address: 119\/23, Naseemabad Rd, Kanpur, UP 208012 4. Applicability and Scope This Privacy Policy applies to: \u2022 All visitors to https:\/\/forteindia.co.in\/ \u2022 ITI\/ other institutions students registering for workshops and skill development programs \u2022 Parents or guardians providing consent for minor students (under 18 years) \u2022 Educational institutions, ITI\/ other institution administrators, and partner organizations \u2022 Any individual submitting inquiries, feedback, or contact forms \u2022 Personal data processed in digital form or digitized thereafter 5. Personal Data We Collect We collect the following categories of personal data: 5.1 Registration Data (ITI Students & Workshop Participants) When You register for workshops or training programs, We may collect: 5.2 Inquiry and Contact Form Data 5.3 Technical Data (Automatically Collected) 5.4 Information from Third Parties 6. Purpose of Processing and Legal Basis We process Your personal data for the following purposes: Purpose Legal Basis (DPDPA 2023) Workshop and training registration Consent (Verifiable Parental Consent for minors) Student identification and attendance Consent and Legitimate Purpose (educational service) Certificate issuance Consent and Contract Performance Communication regarding workshops and updates Consent Responding to inquiries and support Consent and Legitimate Interest Website functionality improvement Legitimate Interest Analytics and usage monitoring Consent Compliance with legal requirements Legal Obligation Consent is obtained through clear affirmative action: checking consent boxes, clicking “I Agree,” or parent\/guardian signing consent forms for students under 18. 7. Special Provisions for Student Data (Minors Under 18) Given that most ITI students or students from other institutions may be under 18, We comply with Section 9 of DPDPA 2023: 7.1 Verifiable Parental Consent We obtain verifiable consent from parent\/guardian through: 7.2 Prohibition on Detrimental Processing We do NOT process student data in ways that may cause harm: 7.3 Educational Purpose Exemption Parental consent is not required when processing is necessary for educational services mandated by law or government schemes (Section 9(1) exemption). 8. How We Use Your Personal Data 9. Data Sharing and Disclosure We do not sell or trade Your data. We may share data with: 9.1 Data Processors and Indemnity (a) Use of Data Processors. We may appoint third\u2011party vendors and service providers (data processors) to process personal data on Our behalf for purposes such as hosting, communications, analytics, certificate generation, and IT support, strictly in accordance with Our documented instructions and subject to confidentiality and security obligations consistent with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. (b) Contractual Safeguards. We enter into written data\u2011processing arrangements with all such data processors, requiring them to implement reasonable technical and organizational measures, comply with applicable data protection laws, promptly notify Us of any personal data breach, and assist Us in fulfilling Our obligations towards Data Principals. (c) Indemnity by Data Processors (Contractual Responsibility). Each data processor engaged by Us is contractually required to indemnify and hold Us harmless from and against any fines, penalties, claims, losses, damages, and reasonable legal costs arising directly from: (i) the processor\u2019s breach of its data protection or security obligations under its agreement with Us, or (ii) the processor\u2019s violation of applicable data protection laws, to the extent such breach or violation is attributable to the processor. (d) No Limitation of Your Rights. The engagement of data processors and any indemnity arrangements between Us and such processors do not limit Your rights as a Data Principal under DPDPA 2023 or Our responsibility, as Data Fiduciary, towards You under applicable law. 9.2 ITI Institutions and Educational Authorities \u2022 Student registration, attendance, and certificates shared with ITI institutions or institutions whose students have participated in the programme and government education departments. 9.3 Government Agencies 9.4 Service Providers All processors bound by data processing agreements ensuring DPDPA compliance. 9.5 Legal Authorities \u2022 Courts, law enforcement, tax authorities when required by law. 9.6 Partner Organizations \u2022 Training facilitators and partners (with Your consent). 10. Data Retention We retain data only as long as necessary or required by law: Data Category Retention Period Student registration data Program duration + 5 years Workshop attendance records 5 years Certificates Permanent (verification) Inquiry\/contact data 2 years<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-9324","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry","entry","owp-thumbs-layout-horizontal","owp-btn-normal","owp-tabs-layout-horizontal","has-no-thumbnails","has-product-nav"],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t