Gharda Institute of Technology (“GIT”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of all individuals who interact with the Institute. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information obtained through our website, application forms, academic systems, and other official channels.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal data:
a. From Students
Full name, gender, date of birth
Contact details (address, phone, email)
Academic records, entrance test scores, certificates
Identity documents (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.)
Bank details (for fee payments, refunds, scholarships)
Health-related information (if required for hostel/medical facilities)
Digital activity (e.g., access logs from campus networks or LMS)
b. From Website Visitors
IP address and browser information
Cookies and usage data (e.g., pages visited, time spent)
c. From Faculty & Staff
Employment and qualification details
Identification and background check documents
Payroll and banking information
2. Purpose of Data Collection
We collect and use personal data for the following purposes:
Admission processing and enrollment
Academic management and communication
Hostel and campus facility management
Identity verification and legal compliance
Fee collection and financial aid processing
Placement and internship coordination
Health and safety protocols
Website analytics and improvement
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or share personal data with third parties for commercial purposes.
We may share data with:
Regulatory and accreditation bodies (e.g., AICTE, DTE Maharashtra, UGC)
Government authorities when legally required
Educational partners or platforms used for academic delivery (e.g., LMS providers)
Banks or payment gateways for fee transactions
4. Data Storage and Security
Personal data is stored securely in encrypted or access-controlled systems.
Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel only.
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration.
5. Retention of Data
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes stated above or to comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
6. Your Rights
Depending on applicable laws, students and stakeholders may have the right to:
Access and review their personal data
Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data
Request deletion or restriction of data (subject to academic/legal requirements)
Withdraw consent where applicable
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
7. Use of Cookies (Website Visitors)
Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. You may choose to disable cookies in your browser settings.
8. Third-Party Links
The GIT website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such sites.
9. Online Payments and Transaction Fees
Transaction fee charges will not be refunded or reversed under any circumstances, including but not limited to refund, reversal, chargeback, or any other reason.
Transaction fees charged will be borne by the cardholder for any online payment made through the Institute’s payment gateways or platforms.
Users are advised to review all fee details and transaction terms before making any payments.
10. Pricing
All academic program fees are determined by the Institute in accordance with applicable guidelines from regulatory authorities.
The full fee structure, including tuition, hostel, examination, and other applicable charges, is published on the official website and in admission brochures.
Fees are subject to change based on updates from statutory bodies or internal Institute decisions.
Additional costs such as GST or applicable government taxes, if any, will be charged extra as per prevailing rates.
The Institute reserves the right to revise pricing or add new charges at any time, with or without prior notice.
Students are responsible for reviewing updated pricing information regularly through official communication channels.
11. Policy Updates
We reserve the right to revise this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on our official website and will become effective immediately unless otherwise specified.
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:
Registrar
Gharda Institute of Technology
📧 Email: registrar@git-india.edu.in
📞 Phone: 02356‑273134
🌐 Website: https://www.git-india.edu.in