IME PGDM (AICTE-Approved)
At IME PGDM, we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of students, parents, applicants, alumni, recruiters, and all other stakeholders. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect your personal data when you interact with our website, admission processes, academic programmes, counselling services, and related platforms.
By accessing or using IME PGDM services, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Introduction
IME PGDM values trust, transparency, and professional integrity. We ensure that personal data is collected and processed lawfully, fairly, and responsibly, in accordance with applicable Indian laws and regulatory standards.
2. Scope of This Policy
This Privacy Policy applies to:
- Visitors to IME PGDM digital platforms
- Applicants and enrolled students
- Parents and guardians
- Alumni
- Recruiters and corporate partners
- Participants in counselling sessions, events, and assessments
The policy covers information collected through online forms, offline interactions, entrance processes, counselling, campus visits, placements, and academic delivery.
3. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
a. Personal Identification Information
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Date of birth
- Gender
- Nationality
- Photographs and identity documents (as required for admissions)
b. Academic & Professional Information
- Educational qualifications
- Entrance exam scores (CAT, XAT, NMAT, SNAP, MAH MBA CET, MAT, CMAT, ASSET, etc.)
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- Work experience details (if applicable)
- Resume/CV
c. Financial Information
- Fee payment details
- Transaction references
- Scholarship-related documentation
d. Technical & Usage Data
- IP address
- Browser type and device information
- Operating system
- Website usage patterns
e. Voluntary Information
- Information shared during counselling, feedback, surveys, or enquiries
4. How We Collect Information
We collect information through:
- Direct interactions (application forms, counselling, campus visits, interviews)
- Automated technologies (cookies, analytics tools)
- Third-party sources (testing agencies, partners, service providers)
5. Use of Information
Your information may be used for the following purposes:
- Processing applications and admissions
- Conducting assessments, interviews, and evaluations
- Delivering academic programmes and specialisations
- Facilitating internships, placements, and recruiter engagement
- Communicating programme updates, counselling, and notifications
- Managing scholarships and merit-based evaluations
- Improving academic quality, services, and digital platforms
- Legal compliance and institutional governance
6. Sharing and Disclosure of Information
IME PGDM does not sell or rent personal data.
Information may be shared only with:
- Academic and operational service providers
- Recruiters and placement partners (with student consent)
- Affiliated institutions and academic collaborators
- Regulatory or legal authorities, when required by law
All third parties are required to follow strict confidentiality and data protection standards.
7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
- Improve user experience
- Analyse website traffic
- Optimise content relevance
Users may disable cookies via browser settings; however, some features may be limited as a result.
8. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical, administrative, and organisational safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorised access, misuse, or disclosure.
While we strive for strong security standards, no online system can guarantee absolute security.
9. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request corrections or updates
- Withdraw consent (where applicable)
- Request deletion, subject to legal and academic obligations
Requests can be submitted through official contact channels provided below.
10. Data Retention
Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil academic, legal, and operational requirements, or as mandated by regulatory authorities.
11. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. IME PGDM is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party platforms.
12. Children’s Privacy
IME PGDM programmes are intended for individuals aged 18 years and above. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.
13. Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Continued use of our services after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
