Privacy Policy for GuruShikhar Career Institute

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 2026

GuruShikhar Career Institute ("we," "our," or "us"), located in Jobner, Jaipur, Rajasthan, is committed to protecting the privacy of our students, parents, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following personal information when you interact with us through our website, admission forms, or communication channels:

• Student name, date of birth, and class/grade details
• Parent/guardian name and relationship
• Contact details including phone number, WhatsApp number, and email address
• Residential address
• Previous academic records
• Photographs of the student (for identification and records)
• Fee payment details

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Processing admissions and maintaining student records
• Communicating with parents and students regarding academic matters
• Sending notifications via WhatsApp Business including attendance alerts, exam schedules, results, fee payment reminders, and important announcements
• Improving our teaching methods and institutional services
• Complying with applicable legal and regulatory requirements

3. WhatsApp Business Communication

We use WhatsApp Business to send institutional notifications to parents and students. These messages may include:

• Daily attendance updates
• Exam schedules and timetable changes
• Result and progress reports
• Fee payment reminders and receipts
• General announcements and notices

WhatsApp messages are sent only to those who have provided their consent during the admission process. You may opt out of WhatsApp notifications at any time by :

• Sending STOP to our WhatsApp number +91 90578 18283
• Calling us at +91 90578 18283
• Visiting our office at GuruShikhar Career Institute, Jobner

4. Data Sharing

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

• With authorized institute staff for academic and administrative purposes
• With third-party service providers (such as WhatsApp/Meta) solely for the purpose of delivering notifications on our behalf
• When required by law or government authorities

5. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain student and parent data for the duration of the student's enrollment and for a reasonable period thereafter for record-keeping purposes. You may request deletion of your data by contacting us directly.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your data (subject to legal and administrative requirements)
• Opt out of WhatsApp notifications at any time

8. Cookies

Our website may use basic cookies to improve your browsing experience. These cookies do not collect personal information. You can disable cookies through your browser settings.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.