Your privacy matters to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and use of information as described herein. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the website immediately.
This policy applies to information shared in relation to admissions, academics, school communication, cadet life, residential administration, official notices, and other institutional activities of the School.
We collect only the information that is necessary and relevant to the purposes of operating a CBSE-affiliated Sainik School and responding to your queries. Below is a summary of what we may collect:
| Category | Examples | How Collected |
|---|---|---|
| Personal Identity | Full name, date of birth, gender, nationality | Admission & registration forms |
| Contact Details | Email address, phone number, postal address | Contact / inquiry forms |
| Academic Information | Class, section, GR number, previous school details | Admission application |
| Parent / Guardian Data | Name, occupation, contact, relationship to student | Admission & registration forms |
| Medical Information | Health declarations relevant to residential living | Medical / admission forms (where required) |
| Technical Data | IP address, browser type, pages visited, device info | Automatically via server logs & cookies |
| Communication Data | Messages submitted via contact & feedback forms | Website forms |
All personal information collected is used exclusively for legitimate educational, administrative, and operational purposes. Specifically, we use your data to:
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You may disable non-essential cookies through your browser settings at any time. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of some pages.
We implement robust technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Our implemented safeguards include:
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law or educational regulations.
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Contact / Inquiry submissions | Up to 12 months from submission date |
| Student admission & academic records | Duration of enrollment + statutory period thereafter |
| Staff employment records | Duration of employment + statutory retention period |
| Server logs (IP, access data) | Up to 90 days for security monitoring |
| Session & cookie data | Until browser session ends or cookies are cleared |
Upon expiry of the applicable retention period, data is securely deleted or permanently anonymised so that it can no longer be associated with any individual.
As a data subject, you have the following rights in relation to your personal information held by the School. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided at the end of this policy.
We will respond to all valid requests within 7 working days. In certain circumstances, we may be unable to fulfill a request if doing so would conflict with our legal obligations or the rights of others.
As a residential Sainik School primarily serving minors, we place the highest priority on the privacy and safety of children in our care. We handle student data with exceptional care and strictly limit what is collected and shared.
As a CBSE-affiliated Sainik School, photographs and videos from academic events, assemblies, parades, sports days, cadet activities, ceremonies, and institutional programs may appear on this website for informational, educational, and limited promotional purposes.
Our website may contain links to external websites such as government portals, affiliated educational boards, or partner organizations. This Privacy Policy applies solely to our website and does not govern the practices of any third-party sites.
We reserve the right to update, amend, or replace this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices, applicable laws, or operational requirements. Any changes will be published on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.
We recommend reviewing this page periodically to stay informed. Your continued use of the website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
For any questions, concerns, or requests relating to this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please reach out to the School administration. We are committed to addressing all privacy-related concerns promptly and transparently.
Our administration team is available to assist with any privacy-related queries, data requests, or concerns. We aim to respond to all requests within 6 working days.