Introduction
SASTRA Online respects the privacy of visitors, prospective students, applicants and users who interact with its website and digital services.
This Privacy Policy explains the types of information that may be collected through the website, how such information may be used, and the measures taken to safeguard it.
By using this website or submitting information through an enquiry or application form, you acknowledge the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
Depending on how you interact with the website, we may collect information that you voluntarily provide.
Information submitted through forms
- Full name
- Mobile or telephone number
- Email address
- State
- City
- Programme of interest
- Other information voluntarily provided by you
Technical information
When you access the website, certain technical information may be automatically collected by the website infrastructure or analytics technologies, such as browser type, device information, approximate usage information and interaction data.
How We Use Information
Information provided through the website may be used for legitimate educational, admissions, support and operational purposes, including:
- Responding to admission enquiries and requests.
- Providing information about online programmes.
- Contacting prospective students regarding admissions.
- Supporting application and enrolment-related communication.
- Providing requested services or assistance.
- Improving website experience and digital services.
- Maintaining website security and preventing misuse.
Where applicable, communications may be sent through email, telephone, SMS, messaging applications or other channels based on the information provided and the nature of the enquiry.
Data Security
Reasonable administrative, technical and organisational safeguards may be used to protect information against unauthorised access, misuse, alteration, disclosure or destruction.
However, no method of transmitting or storing information electronically can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Users should therefore understand that transmission of information over the internet involves inherent risks.
Data Retention
Personal information may be retained for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, provide services, maintain records, comply with applicable legal obligations, resolve disputes and enforce applicable agreements.
Retention periods may vary depending on the type and purpose of the information.
Your Rights
Depending on applicable law and the circumstances, individuals may have rights relating to their personal information, which can include:
- Requesting access to personal information held about you.
- Requesting correction of inaccurate information.
- Requesting deletion where legally applicable.
- Raising questions or concerns regarding the processing of personal information.
Requests may be subject to verification and applicable legal or operational requirements.
Third-Party Websites and Services
The website may contain links to third-party websites, platforms or services.
Third-party websites operate independently and may have their own privacy policies and practices. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of those third parties before submitting personal information.
Children's Privacy
The website and its admission-related services are intended for individuals who are eligible to pursue the relevant higher-education programmes.
We do not knowingly seek to collect personal information from children for purposes unrelated to legitimate educational services.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in website functionality, services, operational practices, legal requirements or privacy standards.
Any updated version will be published on this page with an updated effective date where appropriate.
Contact Us
If you have questions, requests or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of information submitted through the website, please contact the appropriate SASTRA Online admissions/privacy support team.