Our Promise

Effective Date: June 18, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to T J College (“College,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting the privacy, security, and confidentiality of the personal information entrusted to us by students, applicants, parents, guardians, alumni, faculty members, staff, website visitors, and other stakeholders.

This Privacy Policy explains how T J College collects, uses, stores, processes, shares, and protects personal information when individuals interact with our website, educational services, communication platforms, mobile applications, admission systems, student portals, WhatsApp Business communications, Rich Communication Services (RCS), and related digital services.

T J College is located at:

T J College
491, Elphiston Road, Khadki
Near Ganesh Temple
Pune – 411003
Maharashtra, India

By accessing our website, submitting inquiries, applying for admission, enrolling in academic programs, subscribing to notifications, communicating through WhatsApp or RCS, or otherwise using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and use of information as described herein.

This Privacy Policy is designed to support compliance with applicable Indian laws, Meta Business Messaging Policies, WhatsApp Business Platform requirements, RCS messaging requirements, and industry-standard privacy practices.

2. Information We Collect

T J College may collect various categories of information depending on the nature of your interaction with us.

A. Personal Information

We may collect personal information including:

Full name
Date of birth
Gender
Residential address
Email address
Mobile number
Parent or guardian details
Educational qualifications
Academic records
Government-issued identification details where required
Student registration numbers
Admission-related information
Alumni information
Employment-related information for staff and faculty

Users voluntarily provide such information through admission forms, inquiry forms, registrations, communications, and other interactions.

B. Device Information

When users access our website or digital services, we may automatically collect:

IP address
Browser type
Device type
Operating system
Device identifiers
Screen resolution
Network information
Geographic region information
Access timestamps
Website usage statistics

This information helps improve platform performance and security.

C. Cookies and Tracking Information

We may collect information through cookies and similar technologies, including:

Session identifiers
User preferences
Login information
Website navigation behavior
Visitor analytics
Performance metrics

Cookies help enhance user experience and website functionality.

D. Communication and Message Data

When users communicate with T J College through:

WhatsApp Business Platform
RCS messaging
Email
Contact forms
Student portals
SMS services

We may collect:

Mobile numbers
Message content
Delivery status information
Message timestamps
Communication preferences
Customer support interactions
Opt-in and opt-out records

This information is used for communication management and compliance purposes.

E. Educational and Student Information

For educational administration purposes, we may collect:

Admission applications
Academic records
Examination data
Attendance records
Placement-related information
Student activities information
Scholarship information
Disciplinary records where applicable

Such information is collected only as necessary for educational operations.

3. Purpose of Data Collection

T J College collects information for legitimate educational, administrative, operational, legal, and communication purposes.

These purposes include:

Processing admission applications
Managing student enrollment
Providing educational services
Academic administration
Examination management
Student support services
Placement assistance
Alumni engagement
Communication management
Website administration
Security monitoring
Legal compliance
Regulatory reporting
Service improvement
Technical troubleshooting
Fraud prevention

We collect only information reasonably necessary to fulfill these purposes.

4. Consent for WhatsApp & RCS Data Processing

T J College may communicate with students, applicants, parents, and other users through:

WhatsApp Business Platform
Meta-approved messaging services
Rich Communication Services (RCS)
SMS gateways
Approved communication platforms

By voluntarily providing a mobile number and opting into communications, users consent to receiving messages related to:

Admission updates
Application status notifications
Examination schedules
Academic announcements
Fee reminders
Student support services
Event notifications
Placement information
Emergency communications
Administrative notices

Users understand and acknowledge that:

WhatsApp communications are subject to Meta policies.
RCS communications may be processed through telecom operators and messaging providers.
Communication records may be maintained for compliance and service quality purposes.
Users may withdraw consent where legally permitted.

Opt-out options are provided wherever required.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

T J College processes personal information on one or more of the following legal grounds:

Consent

Where users voluntarily provide information and consent to its processing.

Contractual Necessity

Where processing is necessary for:

Admissions
Enrollment
Educational services
Student support services
Institutional operations

Legal Obligations

Where processing is required by:

Educational regulations
Government directives
Court orders
Regulatory authorities
Statutory compliance obligations

Legitimate Interests

Where processing supports:

Institutional administration
Service improvement
Security management
Fraud prevention
Operational efficiency

We ensure that such interests do not override user privacy rights.

6. How We Use Collected Data

T J College uses collected information responsibly and only for authorized purposes.

Information may be used to:

Educational Administration

Process admissions
Manage student records
Conduct examinations
Issue certificates
Support academic activities

Communication

Send notifications
Respond to inquiries
Provide student support
Deliver important announcements
Facilitate WhatsApp and RCS messaging

Security

Detect unauthorized access
Monitor suspicious activities
Prevent fraud
Protect institutional systems

Operational Improvement

Improve website performance
Enhance user experience
Analyze usage trends
Develop new services

Legal Compliance

Meet regulatory obligations
Maintain required records
Respond to lawful requests

We do not use personal information for unlawful profiling or discriminatory decision-making.

7. Data Retention & Deletion

T J College retains personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.

Retention periods may vary depending on:

Educational requirements
Legal obligations
Regulatory requirements
Administrative needs
Dispute resolution requirements

Personal information may be retained for:

Admission processing periods
Student enrollment duration
Alumni engagement activities
Legal recordkeeping obligations

Upon expiration of retention requirements, information may be:

Deleted
Anonymized
Archived where legally required

Users may request deletion of certain personal information, subject to legal and institutional obligations.

8. Data Sharing with Third Parties (Meta, Google, Telecom Operators)

T J College does not sell personal information to third parties.

However, information may be shared with trusted service providers where necessary to provide services.

Meta Platforms

Information associated with WhatsApp communications may be processed through:

Meta Platforms
WhatsApp Business Platform
Authorized messaging providers

Such processing is subject to Meta’s policies and infrastructure requirements.

Google Services

Certain website, analytics, email, cloud, and productivity services may involve processing through Google-supported platforms.

Google may process information according to its applicable privacy policies.

Telecom Operators

RCS and messaging services may involve:

Telecom carriers
Network operators
Messaging intermediaries

Information necessary for message routing and delivery may be processed by such entities.

Educational Authorities

Information may be shared with:

Universities
Examination boards
Government departments
Regulatory authorities

Where required by law or educational regulations.

Service Providers

We may engage third-party providers for:

Website hosting
Technical support
Cloud storage
Communication infrastructure
Security monitoring

Such providers are expected to maintain appropriate safeguards.

9. Security Measures & Encryption

T J College takes reasonable measures to protect personal information against:

Unauthorized access
Disclosure
Alteration
Misuse
Loss
Destruction

Security measures may include:

Access controls
Authentication systems
Network monitoring
Encryption technologies
Secure communication protocols
Firewall protection
Malware protection
Staff confidentiality obligations

While we strive to protect information, no electronic system can guarantee absolute security.

Users are encouraged to protect their own credentials and devices.

10. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use:

Cookies
Session cookies
Persistent cookies
Analytics tools
Tracking technologies

These technologies help:

Improve website performance
Remember user preferences
Measure visitor engagement
Enhance security
Analyze traffic patterns

Users may modify browser settings to control cookie usage.

Disabling cookies may affect certain website functionality.

11. Data Transfer & Storage (India-Based)

T J College primarily stores and processes information within India whenever reasonably practicable.

However, certain service providers may operate infrastructure located outside India.

Where cross-border transfers occur, we take reasonable steps to ensure that:

Appropriate safeguards are implemented.
Security standards are maintained.
Processing remains consistent with this Privacy Policy.

Data transfers may occur only where necessary for service delivery, operational requirements, or compliance purposes.

12. User Rights (Access, Correction, Deletion)

Subject to applicable law, users may have rights regarding their personal information.

These rights may include:

Access

Request information regarding personal data maintained by T J College.

Correction

Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.

Updating Information

Request updates to outdated records.

Withdrawal of Consent

Withdraw consent where processing is based solely on consent.

Deletion

Request deletion of certain personal information where legally permissible.

Communication Preferences

Manage preferences relating to WhatsApp, RCS, email, or promotional communications.

Requests may be submitted using the contact information provided below.

Certain requests may be subject to identity verification.

13. Policy for Children

T J College may collect information relating to minors where necessary for educational and admission purposes.

Where applicable:

Information may be provided by parents or guardians.
Educational records may be maintained pursuant to applicable laws.
Appropriate safeguards are implemented to protect student information.

Parents or guardians may contact the College regarding questions about information associated with minors.

The College does not knowingly collect unnecessary information from children.

14. Updates to Privacy Policy

T J College reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time.

Updates may occur due to:

Legal developments
Regulatory requirements
Technology changes
Service enhancements
Institutional policy updates

Revised versions will be published on the College website with an updated effective date.

Continued use of services after publication of changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

Users are encouraged to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

15. Governing Law (India)

This Privacy Policy shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of India.

Any disputes arising from this Privacy Policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of competent courts located in Pune, Maharashtra, India.

Nothing in this Privacy Policy limits any rights available under applicable Indian law.

16. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, requests, or complaints relating to this Privacy Policy or the processing of personal information, please contact:

T J College

Address:
491, Elphiston Road, Khadki
Near Ganesh Temple
Pune – 411003
Maharashtra, India

Phone: 9823387870

Email: chhajedanand@gmail.com

The College will make reasonable efforts to investigate and respond to privacy-related inquiries within an appropriate timeframe.

Privacy Commitment

T J College is committed to maintaining the privacy, security, and trust of students, applicants, parents, faculty, alumni, and all users who interact with our services. We continuously strive to implement responsible data protection practices while supporting educational excellence, digital communication, WhatsApp Business messaging compliance, and RCS messaging standards.

By using the services of T J College, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms of this Privacy Policy.