Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy Sikkim Institute of Science and Technology (SIST)
Chisopani, Namchi, Sikkim
1. Introduction Sikkim Institute of Science and Technology (SIST) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information ofstudents, parents, staff, alumni, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your information when you visit our official website. By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
a) Personal Information:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Residential address
- Date of birth
- Academic details
- Documents submitted during admission or enquiry
b) Non-Personal Information:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Pages visited on our website
- Cookies and usage data
3. How We Use the Information The information collected may be used
for:
- Processing admission enquiries and applications
- Responding to grievances or feedback
- Communicating academic updates and institutional notices
- Maintaining student records
- Improving website performance and user experience
- Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
We do not sell, trade, or rent personal information to third parties.
4. Data Security Sikkim Institute of Science and Technology implements appropriate technical and administrative security measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.
5. Cookies Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. Users may disable cookies through their browser settings; however, this may affect certain website functionalities.
6. Third-Party Links Our website may contain links to external websites. SIST is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such third-party websites.
7. Data Retention Personal information will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by applicable laws and regulations.
8. Your Rights Users may request:
- Access to their personal data
- Correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion of personal information (subject to legal obligations)
9. Changes to This Policy Sikkim Institute of Science and Technology reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Chisopani, Namchi, Sikkim
1. Introduction Sikkim Institute of Science and Technology (SIST) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information ofstudents, parents, staff, alumni, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your information when you visit our official website. By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
a) Personal Information:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Residential address
- Date of birth
- Academic details
- Documents submitted during admission or enquiry
b) Non-Personal Information:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Pages visited on our website
- Cookies and usage data
3. How We Use the Information The information collected may be used
for:
- Processing admission enquiries and applications
- Responding to grievances or feedback
- Communicating academic updates and institutional notices
- Maintaining student records
- Improving website performance and user experience
- Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
We do not sell, trade, or rent personal information to third parties.
4. Data Security Sikkim Institute of Science and Technology implements appropriate technical and administrative security measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.
5. Cookies Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. Users may disable cookies through their browser settings; however, this may affect certain website functionalities.
6. Third-Party Links Our website may contain links to external websites. SIST is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such third-party websites.
7. Data Retention Personal information will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by applicable laws and regulations.
8. Your Rights Users may request:
- Access to their personal data
- Correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion of personal information (subject to legal obligations)
9. Changes to This Policy Sikkim Institute of Science and Technology reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
