Welcome to the Shillong College website, www.shillongcollege.ac.in. These Terms and Conditions govern your use of the Site, which facilitates student data management, fee payments, and college-related services. By accessing or using the Site, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please refrain from using the Site.
1. Acceptance of Terms
These Terms apply to all Users, including students, parents, guardians, staff, and visitors. For minors (e.g., students), a parent or legal guardian must review and agree to these Terms on their behalf.
2. Purpose of the Site
Manage student data, such as enrollment and contact details, in compliance with applicable laws.
Facilitate fee payments for tuition, activities, or other college expenses.
Provide information about college policies and updates.
Ensure responsible use in compliance with applicable laws.
3. User Accounts
Account Creation: Users may need to create an account with accurate information to access features like fee payments or data management.
Account Security: You are responsible for maintaining account confidentiality and notifying us at principal.shillongcollege@gmail.com of unauthorized use.
Eligibility: Accounts are restricted to authorized Users, such as parents, guardians, or college staff.
Unauthorized Access: Using another person’s account, including a parent’s or student’s, is strictly prohibited.
4. Fee Management
Payment Processing: Third-party processors handle transactions, and you authorize charges for fees owed.
Refunds: Governed by Shillong College’s Refund Policy, processed via methods determined by the college.
Late Payments: Penalties may apply for late payments as per college policies.
Security: Industry-standard encryption is used, but absolute security is not guaranteed.
Data Security: Reasonable safeguards are implemented, but complete security is not guaranteed.
Consent: Parents/guardians consent to data collection per our Privacy Policy.
6. User Responsibilities
Provide accurate and complete information.
Use the Site lawfully and per college policies.
Avoid unauthorized access or disruption of Site functionality.
Do not misuse student or payment data.
7. Prohibited Conduct
Do not harass, defame, or harm others via the Site.
Do not bypass security or access another User’s account.
Do not upload viruses, malware, or harmful content.
Do not use automated tools (e.g., bots) to extract data without permission.
8. Intellectual Property
College Content: Logos, text, images, and design are owned by Shillong College and protected by copyright laws.
User Content: Submitted content (e.g., feedback) grants Shillong College a non-exclusive, royalty-free license for college purposes, per our Privacy Policy.
9. Third-Party Services
Third-party services (e.g., payment processors) are subject to their own terms and policies.
Shillong College is not responsible for third-party service performance or practices.
10. Termination
We may suspend or terminate your access for violating these Terms, misusing data, or failing payment obligations. Certain obligations (e.g., outstanding fees) survive termination.
11. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Site is provided "as is" without warranties. We do not guarantee uninterrupted access, error-free operation, or content accuracy. Shillong College is not liable for third-party or unauthorized access issues beyond our control.
12. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Shillong College is not liable for indirect or consequential damages (e.g., data loss, financial losses). Our liability is limited to fees paid in the prior 12 months.
13. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify Shillong College, its staff, and affiliates against claims or damages arising from your violation of these Terms, Site misuse, or breach of laws.
14. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms, with changes posted on the Site and marked with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
15. Compliance with Laws
These Terms are governed by the laws of India, in compliance with the Indian IT Act and applicable federal and state education laws.
