Welcome to Scholarshipkart’s privacy policy. ScholarshipKart is committed to safeguarding the confidentiality, integrity, and security of personal data entrusted to us.
This policy explains how personal information is lawfully collected, processed, stored, and protected when users access our website or avail of our services, including counselling, admission guidance for studying abroad, university applications, visa assistance, IELTS training, accommodation and travel coordination, and education loan support.
By accessing or using our website or services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the practices described in this privacy policy.
1. Data Controller
For applicable data protection laws, the data controller is ScholarshipKart.
This policy applies solely to ScholarshipKart’s digital platforms, internal systems, and operational processes. Where our website contains links to third-party websites, ScholarshipKart does not exercise control over their privacy practices, and users are advised to review the privacy policies of such external platforms independently.
2. Information We Collect
ScholarshipKart may collect personal and non-personal data directly from users, indirectly through authorised representatives, or automatically through website interactions. Such information may include:
a. Personal Identification Data
Information capable of identifying an individual, including name, contact number, email address, date of birth, nationality, and other communication details.
b. Academic and Professional Data
Records relating to educational background, academic performance, standardised test scores, intended course of study, preferred destinations, and institutional choices.
c. Financial and Transactional Data
Payment-related details required for processing service fees, including billing information and transaction records, are subject to applicable financial regulations.
d. Technical and Usage Data
Information automatically collected through cookies and similar technologies, such as IP address, browser type, device identifiers, operating system, access times, referral URLs, and website interaction logs.
e. Correspondence and Submissions
Data is provided through electronic forms, physical documentation, email communications, telephone interactions, surveys, or other written or verbal exchanges.
3. Lawful Basis and Purpose of Processing
Personal data is processed strictly in accordance with applicable laws and for legitimate business purposes, including but not limited to:
Providing personalised counselling and education advisory services
Facilitating admission, application, visa, accommodation, travel, and loan assistance
Managing communication, updates, reminders, and service-related notifications
Processing payments and maintaining financial records
Improving website functionality, user experience, and service quality
Complying with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations
Preventing fraud, misuse, or unauthorised access
Data processing is carried out based on user consent, contractual necessity, legal obligations, or legitimate interests pursued by ScholarshipKart.
4. Storage, Transfer, and Retention of Data
Personal information is stored on secure servers maintained by ScholarshipKart or its authorised service providers. Access to such data is limited to personnel who require it for operational purposes and are bound by confidentiality obligations.
Data may be transferred or processed outside the user’s jurisdiction where necessary to deliver services, including coordination with international educational institutions, immigration authorities, testing bodies, or accommodation providers.
Appropriate safeguards are implemented to ensure lawful and secure cross-border data transfers.
Personal information is preserved solely for the duration required to achieve the objectives described in this policy or to comply with statutory and regulatory obligations.
5. Data Security Measures
Scholarshipkart employs reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, loss, alteration, or disclosure. These measures include secure transmission protocols, restricted access controls, internal data protection procedures, and periodic system monitoring.
While every effort is made to protect user information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is entirely secure. Users acknowledge that data transmission over the internet occurs at their own risk.
6. Disclosure of Information
Scholarshipkart does not sell or commercially exploit personal data. Information may be disclosed only where necessary and lawful, including:
Educational institutions, testing bodies, or immigration authorities for application and admission purposes
Third-party service providers engaged for payment processing, technology support, or operational services
Legal or regulatory authorities where disclosure is mandated by law or required to protect legal rights
All third parties are required to process personal data in accordance with confidentiality and data protection obligations.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
The website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance functionality, analyse usage patterns, and improve user experience.
Cookies enable the recognition of returning users, the customisation of content, and the optimisation of website performance.
Users may control the use of cookies by adjusting the preferences and settings within their web browser, including the option to limit or deactivate cookie storage. However, restricting cookies may limit access to certain features or functionalities of the website.
8. User Rights
In accordance with applicable data protection laws, users are entitled to:
Request access to personal data held by ScholarshipKart
Seek correction or updating of inaccurate or incomplete information
Withdraw consent for specific data processing activities
Request deletion of personal data, subject to legal and contractual limitations
Object to or limit particular methods of personal data processing
Request portability of data in a structured and commonly used format
Requests may be made by contacting ScholarshipKart through the details provided below.
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9. Amendments to This Policy
ScholarshipKart reserves the right to revise this privacy policy from time to time to reflect legal, regulatory, or operational changes. Updated versions will be published on this page, and continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
10. Contact Information
For questions, concerns, or requests relating to this privacy policy or the handling of personal data, users may contact:
ScholarshipKart
Privacy and Compliance Team