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Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 2026

At Nishchit, we believe that your data belongs to you. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how your information is collected, used, and safeguarded.

This Privacy Policy explains how Nishchit ("Nishchit", "we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, stores, and protects information when you use our website, products, mentorship programs, communities, cohorts, events, and other services (collectively referred to as the "Platform").

By accessing or using Nishchit, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Our Privacy Commitment

We are committed to the following principles:

  • We do not sell your personal data.
  • We collect only the information necessary to provide and improve our services.
  • We maintain appropriate security measures to protect user information.
  • We provide users with control over their personal information.
  • We are transparent about how data is collected and used.
01

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

When you create an account, join a cohort, apply for opportunities, book mentorship sessions, subscribe to newsletters, or use our services, we may collect:

  • Full Name
  • Email Address
  • Mobile Number
  • College or University Name
  • Degree, Branch, and Graduation Year
  • Profile Photograph (Optional)
  • Resume or CV
  • Portfolio Links
  • LinkedIn Profile
  • GitHub Profile
  • Career Interests and Preferences
  • Messages sent through support channels
  • Feedback and survey responses
  • Any other information voluntarily submitted by you

Information Collected Automatically

When you access our Platform, we may automatically collect:

  • IP Address
  • Device Information
  • Browser Type
  • Operating System
  • Approximate Location Information
  • Usage Data
  • Session Information
  • Referral Sources
  • Performance and Diagnostic Data

Community and User Content

Information shared voluntarily in:

  • Community discussions
  • Cohort groups
  • Public profiles
  • Events
  • Networking activities

may be visible to other participants depending on the nature of the feature. Please avoid sharing sensitive personal information in public areas of the Platform.

02

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Create and manage user accounts
  • Deliver educational content and services
  • Facilitate mentorship sessions
  • Provide placement preparation resources
  • Recommend relevant opportunities
  • Match users with mentors and communities
  • Improve platform performance and user experience
  • Send important updates and notifications
  • Process payments and transactions
  • Conduct analytics and research
  • Prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized activities
  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
03

AI-Powered Features

Certain Nishchit services may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies to provide:

  • Personalized learning recommendations
  • Career roadmaps
  • Resume feedback
  • Skill-gap analysis
  • Educational assistance

AI-generated outputs are intended for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered professional career, legal, financial, or employment advice.

04

Mentorship, Cohorts, and Community Participation

To enable effective mentorship and networking experiences, limited profile information may be visible to mentors, moderators, speakers, recruiters, or fellow participants.

Such information may include:

  • Name
  • Profile Picture
  • College Information
  • Graduation Year
  • Publicly Shared Professional Profiles

Only information necessary for participation and collaboration is shared.

05

Resume and Career Data

Users may voluntarily upload resumes, portfolios, project details, certifications, and professional profiles. This information may be used to:

  • Provide career guidance
  • Offer placement preparation services
  • Recommend relevant opportunities
  • Improve personalized recommendations

Nishchit does not guarantee interviews, internships, placements, or employment opportunities.

06

Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Keep users logged in
  • Remember preferences
  • Improve website functionality
  • Measure platform performance
  • Understand user engagement

Analytics tools may be used to better understand how users interact with our Platform and improve the overall experience. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although certain features may not function properly.

07

Sharing of Information

We do not sell personal information. We may share information:

With Service Providers

Trusted third-party providers may help us operate the Platform, including:

  • Cloud hosting providers
  • Payment processors
  • Analytics providers
  • Authentication providers
  • Communication services
  • Meeting and collaboration platforms

For Legal Compliance

We may disclose information if required to:

  • Comply with applicable laws
  • Respond to lawful requests
  • Protect users and platform security
  • Prevent fraud or abuse

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or transfer of assets, user information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

08

Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect personal information. Security measures may include:

  • Encrypted communications (HTTPS)
  • Password hashing
  • Secure cloud infrastructure
  • Access controls
  • Security monitoring and audits

While we strive to protect user data, no online platform can guarantee absolute security.

09

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide services
  • Fulfill legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce agreements
  • Improve platform operations

Data may be retained for a limited period after account deletion where required by law or legitimate business purposes.

10

Your Rights

Subject to applicable laws, users may have the right to:

  • Access personal information
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of personal information
  • Withdraw consent where applicable
  • Request a copy of their information
  • Restrict certain processing activities

Requests can be submitted through our support channels.

11

Account Deletion

You may request deletion of your account at any time by contacting us.

Upon verification, we will delete or anonymize personal information unless retention is required by law, security obligations, dispute resolution, or legitimate business purposes.

12

Data Breach Notification

In the unlikely event of a security incident affecting personal information, Nishchit will take appropriate measures to investigate the issue and notify affected users when required by applicable laws.

13

Children's Privacy

Nishchit is not intended for children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If such information is identified, reasonable steps will be taken to remove it.

14

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page along with the updated effective date. Continued use of the Platform after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

15

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Nishchit

Email: support@nishchit.in

Website: https://nishchit.in

Support Team: Nishchit Care

By using Nishchit, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy.