Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how GATEIIT (Indian Institute of Tutorials) collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal information when you access our website, mobile applications, online/offline services, or communicate with us.

GATEIIT is committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring the confidentiality and security of your personal information. By accessing our services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal and demographic information from you:

• Full Name and Contact Information (Phone Number, Email Address)
• Residential or Permanent Address
• Academic details and enrollment preferences
• Demographic information (e.g., date of birth, gender, postcode, language preferences)
• Payment-related data (limited to mode of payment; we do not store card/bank details)
• Login credentials (username, encrypted password) for student portal
• Course interest and behavioral data (via cookies or usage)
• Parent/Guardian details (for students under 18 years)

2. Purpose of Data Collection

We collect your information for the following purposes:

• To register and manage your enrollment in GATEIIT programs
• For internal record keeping and academic management
• To improve our educational offerings, services, and infrastructure
• To send notifications, newsletters, updates, and course-related communication
• To conduct student feedback, assessments, and performance analytics
• For promotional, marketing, or informational campaigns (with your consent)
• For legal or regulatory compliance purposes

3. Communication and Consent

By providing your personal information, you consent to receive emails, SMS, calls, WhatsApp messages, or notifications from GATEIIT regarding your enrollment, courses, updates, and offers. You may withdraw your consent anytime by contacting us.

4. Children’s Privacy

GATEIIT does not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 13 without verified parental or guardian consent. If you are between 13 and 18 years, you may only use our services under parental supervision.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking tools to enhance your browsing experience and analyze usage patterns. These help:

• Save your session preferences
• Track site performance
• Serve personalized content

You can choose to disable cookies via your browser settings, though some site features may not function optimally.

6. Data Storage and Security

We take comprehensive security measures to protect your information, including:

• SSL encryption for data transmission
• Secure servers and firewalls
• Limited access controls to internal personnel
• Regular audits and compliance checks

Despite our best efforts, no online system is entirely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to minimizing risks.

7. Disclosure to Third Parties

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party. Your data may be shared:

• With internal staff, faculty, or authorized partners bound by confidentiality
• With payment gateways (secure and encrypted)
• If required by law, court order, or governmental authority

8. Your Rights Under Indian Law

You have the right to:

• Request access to your data
• Correct or update inaccurate information
• Withdraw consent (subject to legal or contractual restrictions)
• Request deletion (if no longer necessary for purpose)

You may write to us at gatecoaching2011@gmail.com or support@gateiit.com for such requests. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.

9. Data Retention

We retain your data as long as required for educational, legal, financial, or operational purposes. When data is no longer required, we dispose of it securely.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect legal or operational changes. The latest version will always be available on our website. Continued use of our services constitutes your agreement to the updated policy.

11. Grievance Redressal

If you believe your data has been misused or you have any grievance regarding our data handling practices, you may reach out to our Data Protection Officer (DPO):

 gatecoaching2011@gmail.com
 support@gateiit.com

We aim to resolve complaints within 30 days as per applicable regulations.

12. Jurisdiction

All matters related to this Privacy Policy or your personal data shall be governed by the laws of India. All disputes shall fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of courts located in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, irrespective of your geographic location.