Privacy Policy

At Sanpada College of Commerce and Technology (SCCT), we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our students, applicants, faculty, staff, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you interact with our website www.scct.edu.in or participate in our academic programs and services.

1. Introduction

SCCT respects your privacy and takes its responsibility to safeguard your personal data seriously. This policy explains how we collect and manage your information, and by using our website or services, you agree to the practices described here.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all individuals who engage with SCCT either online or offline—including prospective and current students, parents, academic partners, faculty, staff, and visitors to our website. It includes all data collected via inquiry forms, admission applications, emails, events, phone calls, and digital tools.

3. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of information:

  • Personal Identification Data: Name, contact number, email address, date of birth, gender, photographs, and address.
  • Academic Details: Educational background, grades, courses of interest, admission form data.
  • Parent/Guardian Details: In some cases, parent/guardian names and contact details for admissions and counseling.
  • Technical Data: IP address, device type, browser type, pages visited, and browsing patterns collected through cookies and analytics tools.
  • Other Voluntary Information: Any information you provide in feedback forms, suggestion boxes, surveys, or when interacting with our support staff.

4. How We Collect Information

We may collect your information in several ways:

  • Direct Interactions: When you fill out inquiry or application forms, attend events, or contact us via email or phone.
  • Website Usage: Through cookies, tracking scripts, and analytics when you visit our site.
  • Third-Party Channels: If you reach us through education directories, lead generation platforms, or social media integrations.

5. Use of Information

SCCT uses your information to:

  • Process admissions and inquiries.
  • Share program details, fee structures, and academic updates.
  • Facilitate student support and communication.
  • Improve the content, functionality, and performance of our website.
  • Meet regulatory, legal, or administrative requirements.

6. Sharing of Information

SCCT does not sell or rent personal data. However, we may share limited information with:

  • Authorized Academic and Admin Staff: For admission, counseling, attendance, or academic support.
  • Service Providers or Vendors: For IT, SMS/Email communication, admissions support, or website hosting—only under secure, contractual agreements.
  • Legal or Regulatory Authorities: When required to comply with applicable laws or legal processes.

 

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies to personalize user experience and analyze website traffic. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Some features of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. Despite these efforts, no internet-based system is entirely secure.

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information.
  • Request correction of inaccurate or outdated information.
  • Withdraw consent to receive promotional communication.
  • Request deletion of your data (subject to legal and academic retention policies).

To exercise these rights, please write to us at scctadmissions@gmail.com.

10. Data Retention

We retain your data only for as long as it is needed for academic, legal, or regulatory purposes, or to deliver our services effectively.

11. Third-Party Links

SCCT’s website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., university affiliates, educational portals). We are not responsible for the privacy policies or content of those websites.

12. Children’s Privacy

SCCT primarily caters to students aged 16 and above (higher secondary and undergraduate levels). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 years of age.

13. Changes to This Policy

SCCT reserves the right to revise this policy periodically. Any updates will be reflected on this page, and significant changes will be notified accordingly. Continued use of the site after changes indicates your acceptance.

14. Contact Us

For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or to make a data-related request, please contact:

Sanpada College of Commerce and Technology (SCCT)
PLOT NO. 3,4,5, SECTOR 2, SANPADA (W), BEHIND SANPADA RAILWAY STATION, SANPADA, NAVI-MUMBAI – 400705

  • Phone: 91-022-27758715/27753117/27751116 
  • Email: ENQUIRY@SCCT.EDU.IN 
  • Website: SCCT.EDU.IN