Privacy Policy

Effective Date: [TO BE UPDATED BY GIMT]
Last Updated: [TO BE UPDATED BY GIMT]

1. Introduction

GIMT Group of Institutions ("GIMT", "we", "our", "us") values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect personal information when you visit our website, contact us, or submit information through our enquiry and admission-related channels.

This Policy applies to https://gimtgroup.com and any pages, forms, and services that link to this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

Depending on how you interact with us, we may collect the following categories of information:

  • Identity and contact information (for example, name, email address, phone number, city, and other details you choose to provide).
  • Academic and enquiry details (for example, programme of interest, previous education details you share, and questions or messages you submit).
  • Technical information (see Section 5).

3. Information Submitted Through Enquiry Forms

When you submit an enquiry form, request a call-back, or contact us through website forms, we collect the information you enter into the form fields. This typically includes your name and contact details and may include the course or programme you are interested in, your message, and related details.

Please provide accurate information and avoid sharing sensitive personal information unless it is specifically requested and necessary for your enquiry.

4. Student and LMS Information

If you are a student and you use any online student portal or learning system provided by GIMT (if applicable), we may process information required to support academic delivery and administration, such as student identification details, course/subject access, communications, and activity related to your use of the system.

Information collected in these contexts is used for academic administration, learning support, and maintaining the integrity and security of student access.

5. Technical Information

When you visit our website, certain technical information may be collected automatically by the website and the devices and browsers you use. This may include:

  • IP address and approximate location (such as city/state level based on IP).
  • Device and browser information (device type, operating system, browser version, language settings).
  • Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, and referring/exit pages.
  • Cookies and similar technologies (see Section 9).

6. How We Use Information

We may use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to enquiries and provide information about programmes, admissions, and services.
  • Communicate with you about your request, including follow-ups by email or phone.
  • Provide and improve our website content and user experience.
  • Maintain website security, prevent misuse, and troubleshoot technical issues.
  • Maintain internal records for administrative purposes.

7. Lead Form Consent

By submitting your information through our enquiry or contact forms, you consent to GIMT contacting you using the details you provided for purposes related to your enquiry, admissions guidance, or requested information.

8. Marketing Communications

We may contact you with updates that relate to your expressed interest in our programmes or services. If you do not wish to receive such communications, you can request that we stop by contacting us using the details in Section 18.

9. Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device. Our website may use cookies that are necessary for basic website functionality and to support a smoother browsing experience. You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect how some parts of the website function.

10. Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or resources. When you click those links, you will be subject to the third party's privacy practices. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.

11. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information only when necessary for legitimate purposes such as:

  • With authorised staff and departments within GIMT to respond to your enquiry or provide services.
  • With service providers who support basic website operations or communications, only to the extent necessary and subject to appropriate safeguards.
  • When required by law or to protect the rights, safety, and security of GIMT, students, visitors, and the public.

12. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

13. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as needed to fulfil the purposes described in this Policy, unless a longer retention period is required for administrative, legal, or operational reasons.

14. User Rights

Depending on the nature of your interaction with us, you may request to:

  • Access or update your information.
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Withdraw consent for specific communications.
  • Request deletion of certain information, subject to applicable requirements and limitations.

To make a request, contact us using the details in Section 18. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling certain requests.

15. Children and Minors

This website is intended for general information and prospective students and their guardians. If a minor provides personal information, it should be done with the involvement or consent of a parent or legal guardian. If you believe a minor has provided personal information without appropriate consent, please contact us so we can review and address the matter.

16. Data Security Incidents

If we become aware of a data security incident that may affect personal information, we will take reasonable steps to investigate, mitigate harm, and take appropriate action based on the nature of the incident.

17. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

18. Privacy & Data Protection Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, you can contact:

GIMT Group of Institutions
GIMT Group of Institutions,
5th Floor, Park Square Building,
Near Plaza Cinema,
H.B. Road, Lalpur,
Ranchi, Jharkhand - 834001, India

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 7070974128
Website: https://gimtgroup.com