Privacy Policy & Terms

1. Information We Collect

When you interact with the ScholarMate website, we may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, city, and academic background — provided voluntarily through enquiry or contact forms.
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, browser type, and device information collected automatically via analytics tools.
• Communication Data: Messages sent through our contact or enquiry forms.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

• Respond to admissions enquiries and programme-related questions
• Send updates about admission cycles, events, and news (with your consent)
• Improve our website experience and content relevance
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

3. Cookies & Tracking

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. These include session cookies (deleted when you close the browser) and persistent cookies (stored for a set duration). You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

We may use Google Analytics or similar tools to understand how visitors use our site. These tools collect anonymised data.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations)
• Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at contact@scholarmate.in.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the ScholarMate website (scholarmate.in), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use this site.

2. Intellectual Property

All content on this website — including text, graphics, logos, images, and program information — is the intellectual property of ScholarMate and is protected under applicable copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or use any content without prior written permission.

3. Accuracy of Information

While we strive to keep all information accurate and up to date, program details, fee structures, eligibility criteria, and placement figures are subject to change. Please contact the admissions office to confirm the latest information before making decisions.

4. Disclaimer

The website and its content are provided on an "as is" basis without warranties of any kind. ScholarMate does not guarantee that the website will be error-free or uninterrupted.

5. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms of Use and Privacy Policy at any time. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.

6. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of India. Any disputes arising in connection with this website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Mangalore, Karnataka.