Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 1 January 2027
At the Satyendra Nath Tagore Civil Services Study Centre (SNTCSSC), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our admission portal.
1. Information We Collect
When you register or apply through this portal, we may collect the following information:
- Personal Details — Full name, date of birth, gender, nationality, category
- Contact Information — Email address, mobile number, WhatsApp number
- Educational Details — Qualifications, institutions, marks, board/university names
- Identity Proof — Aadhaar number, government-issued ID details
- Documents — Photographs, signatures, certificates, marksheets
- Payment Information — Transaction IDs, payment status, UTR numbers
- System Data — IP address, browser type, device information, usage logs
2. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used solely for:
- Processing your registration and examination applications
- Verifying your identity and eligibility
- Communicating important updates regarding examinations
- Assigning examination centres and generating admit cards
- Maintaining records as required by the conducting authority
- Improving portal functionality and user experience
3. Data Protection
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS)
- Secure server infrastructure
- Role-based access controls
- Regular security audits
4. Data Retention
Your personal data is retained for the duration necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by applicable laws and regulations. Examination records may be retained for a minimum period as prescribed by the conducting authority.
5. Third-Party Services
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. Your data may be shared only with:
- Government authorities as required by law
- Payment gateways for processing transactions (only minimal payment-related data)
- IT service providers operating under strict confidentiality agreements
6. Cookies and Tracking
This portal may use session cookies to maintain your login state and improve your browsing experience. We do not use advertising cookies or third-party tracking technologies.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data held by us
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your account and associated data (subject to legal retention requirements)
- Withdraw consent for data processing where applicable
8. Children's Privacy
This portal is intended for users who are 18 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors without parental consent.
9. Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the portal after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
10. Contact Us
For questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
SNTCSSC Help Desk Email: iascoching.sntcssc@gmail.com Phone: +91 9051829290