📜 TERMS AND CONDITIONS 📜
Last Updated: February 8, 2026
⚠️ IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
By accessing or using the Odisha e-Guru platform and subscribing to our services,
you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these
Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.
1. DEFINITIONS AND INTERPRETATION
1.1 In these Terms and Conditions, unless the context requires otherwise:
- "Service Provider," "we," "us," "our" refers to Odisha e-Guru, a private educational initiative.
- "User," "you," "your," "Student," "Subscriber" refers to any individual accessing or using our services.
- "Services" refers to all educational content, tutoring materials, online classes, and related services provided through our platform.
- "Platform" refers to our website, mobile applications, and all digital interfaces through which our services are delivered.
- "Subscription" refers to the paid access to our educational content and services.
- "Content" refers to all materials, including but not limited to text, videos, images, documents, and interactive elements provided by us.
2. NATURE OF SERVICE AND DISCLAIMER OF OFFICIAL AFFILIATION
🔔 CRITICAL DISCLAIMER
2.1 Independent Private Service: Odisha e-Guru is an INDEPENDENT, PRIVATE educational tutoring service operated by private individuals/entity. We are NOT:
- Affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or connected to the Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE), Odisha
- Part of the Government of Odisha or any government department
- An official educational institution or board
- Authorized to issue official certificates, degrees, or any form of official academic credentials
- A replacement for formal school education or official classroom instruction
2.2 Supplementary Nature: Our services are designed to provide supplementary educational support only. Students are required to:
- Attend their regular school/college classes
- Refer to official CHSE textbooks as their primary learning resource
- Follow the guidance of their official school teachers
- Prepare for examinations using official syllabus and prescribed materials
2.3 Original Content: All educational content provided by Odisha e-Guru is:
- Originally created by our independent educators and content creators
- Prepared to explain concepts in simple, accessible language
- Not copied or reproduced from official textbooks or copyrighted materials
- Created based on publicly available curriculum frameworks and educational standards
2.4 No Guarantee of Academic Success: While we strive to provide high-quality educational content, we make NO GUARANTEE OR WARRANTY regarding:
- Examination results or grades
- Academic performance improvements
- Admission to higher educational institutions
- Career outcomes or employment prospects
3. ELIGIBILITY AND USER RESPONSIBILITIES
3.1 Age and Legal Capacity:
- If you are under 18 years of age, you must have consent from a parent or legal guardian to use our services
- Parents/guardians are responsible for monitoring and supervising minor users
- By subscribing, parents/guardians confirm they have read and accepted these terms on behalf of the minor
3.2 Account Security: You are responsible for:
- Maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials
- All activities that occur under your account
- Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use
- Not sharing your account access with others
3.3 Prohibited Uses: You agree NOT to:
- Copy, reproduce, distribute, or resell our content without written permission
- Use our content for commercial purposes
- Record, screenshot, or capture our video lessons for redistribution
- Share your login credentials with non-subscribers
- Reverse engineer, decompile, or attempt to extract source code
- Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access our platform
- Post offensive, defamatory, or illegal content in any interactive features
- Impersonate others or misrepresent your identity
- Interfere with the proper functioning of our platform
4. SUBSCRIPTION AND PAYMENT TERMS
4.1 Subscription Plans:
- We offer monthly subscription plans as displayed on our platform
- Subscription fees are charged in advance for the upcoming period
- Prices are subject to change with 30 days' advance notice to existing subscribers
- All prices are in Indian Rupees (INR) unless otherwise specified
4.2 Payment Processing:
- Payments are processed through secure third-party payment gateways
- We do not store your complete credit/debit card information
- Payment confirmation will be sent via email upon successful transaction
- You authorize us to charge your payment method for recurring subscriptions
4.3 Subscription Renewal:
- Subscriptions automatically renew at the end of each billing cycle
- You will be charged the then-current subscription fee
- You can cancel auto-renewal at any time before the next billing date
- Cancellation does not provide a refund for the current billing period
4.4 Free Trial (if applicable):
- Free trials are offered at our discretion and may be limited to first-time users
- Payment information is required to start a free trial
- You will be charged automatically when the trial period ends unless you cancel
- We reserve the right to determine free trial eligibility
4.5 Taxes:
- All fees are exclusive of applicable taxes unless stated otherwise
- You are responsible for paying all applicable taxes, including GST
- Tax invoices will be provided as per Indian tax regulations
5. REFUND AND CANCELLATION POLICY
💰 REFUND POLICY
5.1 Refund Eligibility: Refunds may be considered under the following circumstances:
- Technical Issues: If you experience technical problems preventing access to content and we cannot resolve them within 7 business days
- Duplicate Payment: If you were charged twice for the same subscription period
- Unauthorized Charges: If you can prove the charge was unauthorized
- Within 7 Days: If you request a refund within 7 days of initial subscription AND have accessed less than 20% of the content
5.2 Non-Refundable Situations: Refunds will NOT be provided for:
- Change of mind after accessing significant content
- Failure to achieve desired academic results
- Dissatisfaction with teaching methods or content quality (subjective preference)
- Non-usage of the subscription during the paid period
- Requests made after 7 days of subscription start
- Partial month refunds (subscription is for full billing period)
5.3 Refund Process:
- All refund requests must be submitted in writing to our support email
- Provide your full name, email address, transaction ID, and reason for refund
- We will review and respond within 7-10 business days
- Approved refunds will be processed within 15 business days to the original payment method
- Processing time may vary depending on your bank/payment provider
5.4 Cancellation:
- You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings
- Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period
- You will continue to have access until the end of the paid period
- No refund will be provided for the remaining days of the current billing cycle
- We reserve the right to cancel accounts that violate these Terms
6. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
6.1 Ownership:
- All content, materials, software, and intellectual property on our platform are owned by Odisha e-Guru or our licensors
- This includes but is not limited to: text, graphics, logos, images, videos, audio, software code, and compilations
- Our content is protected by Indian and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws
6.2 Limited License:
- We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use our content solely for personal educational purposes
- This license does not allow you to: copy, modify, distribute, sell, lease, or create derivative works
- Screen recording, downloading, or capturing content is strictly prohibited
- Sharing content with non-subscribers constitutes copyright infringement
6.3 User-Generated Content:
- If our platform allows user comments, questions, or submissions, you retain ownership of your content
- By submitting content, you grant us a worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute it
- You represent that you have all necessary rights to submit such content
- We reserve the right to remove any user content at our discretion
6.4 Copyright Infringement:
- We respect intellectual property rights of others
- If you believe our content infringes your copyright, please contact us immediately with detailed information
- We will investigate and take appropriate action if infringement is confirmed
7. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
⚖️ LEGAL LIABILITY LIMITATIONS
7.1 TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:
- Odisha e-Guru shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
- This includes but is not limited to: loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses
- Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid for the subscription in the past 3 months
7.2 No Liability For:
- Examination results, academic performance, or educational outcomes
- Technical issues beyond our control (internet outages, device problems, third-party service failures)
- Unauthorized access to your account due to your failure to maintain security
- Errors or inaccuracies in content (though we strive for accuracy)
- Decisions made based on our content
- Actions taken by third parties
- Force majeure events (natural disasters, government actions, pandemics, etc.)
7.3 Content Disclaimer:
- While we make every effort to ensure accuracy, we do not warrant that content is error-free or complete
- Content is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind
- We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
- Students should verify information with official sources and textbooks
8. INDEMNIFICATION
8.1 You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Odisha e-Guru, its owners, employees, contractors, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses arising from:
- Your violation of these Terms and Conditions
- Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights
- Your use or misuse of our services
- Any content you submit or post
- Your violation of any law or regulation
9. PRIVACY AND DATA PROTECTION
9.1 Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.
9.2 By using our services, you consent to:
- Collection of personal information as described in our Privacy Policy
- Use of cookies and tracking technologies
- Processing of payment information by third-party processors
- Storage of data on secure servers
9.3 We comply with applicable Indian data protection laws and regulations.
10. TERMINATION AND SUSPENSION
10.1 Termination by You:
- You may terminate your subscription at any time through account settings
- Termination is effective at the end of the current billing period
- You must cancel before the renewal date to avoid charges for the next period
10.2 Termination/Suspension by Us: We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account immediately, without notice or refund, if you:
- Violate these Terms and Conditions
- Engage in fraudulent activity or payment disputes
- Share your account credentials or redistribute content
- Use our platform for illegal purposes
- Abuse, harass, or threaten other users or our staff
- Attempt to hack or compromise our security
10.3 Effect of Termination:
- Upon termination, your right to access content immediately ceases
- Sections of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination will remain in effect
- No refunds will be provided for unused subscription time
11. MODIFICATIONS TO TERMS AND SERVICES
11.1 Changes to Terms:
- We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time
- Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our platform
- Material changes will be notified via email or prominent notice on the platform
- Continued use of services after changes constitutes acceptance of new Terms
- If you disagree with changes, you must discontinue use and cancel your subscription
11.2 Changes to Services:
- We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our services at any time
- We may add or remove features without notice
- We may change pricing with 30 days' advance notice
- We are not liable for any modifications, suspensions, or discontinuations
12. DISPUTE RESOLUTION AND GOVERNING LAW
12.1 Governing Law:
- These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India
- Specifically, the laws applicable in the State of Odisha
- Without regard to conflict of law principles
12.2 Jurisdiction:
- Any disputes arising from these Terms or use of our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in [Your City], Odisha, India
- You irrevocably consent to the jurisdiction and venue of such courts
12.3 Dispute Resolution Process:
- Step 1 - Informal Resolution: Before initiating any legal action, you agree to first contact us at our support email to attempt informal resolution
- Step 2 - Mediation: If informal resolution fails, parties agree to attempt mediation before pursuing litigation
- Step 3 - Arbitration (Optional): Parties may agree to binding arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996
- Step 4 - Litigation: Only after exhausting above steps may either party pursue court proceedings
12.4 Limitation Period:
- Any claim or cause of action must be filed within one (1) year after the claim arose
- Claims filed after this period are permanently barred
13. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
13.1 Entire Agreement:
- These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Refund Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Odisha e-Guru
- They supersede all prior oral or written agreements or understandings
13.2 Severability:
- If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect
- Invalid provisions will be replaced with valid provisions that closely match the intent of the original
13.3 Waiver:
- Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that right or provision
- Waiver of any term must be in writing and signed by us
13.4 Assignment:
- You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your subscription without our written consent
- We may assign or transfer our rights and obligations without restriction
13.5 No Partnership:
- These Terms do not create any partnership, joint venture, employment, or agency relationship
- You have no authority to bind us or make commitments on our behalf
13.6 Force Majeure:
- We are not liable for any failure to perform due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control
- This includes: natural disasters, war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, acts of civil or military authorities, fire, floods, accidents, pandemics, strikes, or shortages of transportation, facilities, fuel, energy, labor, or materials
13.7 Notices:
- All notices to you will be sent to the email address associated with your account
- You are responsible for maintaining a current email address
- Notices to us must be sent to our official support email
13.8 Language:
- These Terms are drafted in English
- Any translation is provided for convenience only
- In case of conflict, the English version shall prevail
14. CONTACT INFORMATION
15. ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND ACCEPTANCE
✅ BY USING OUR SERVICES, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT:
- You have read and understood these Terms and Conditions in their entirety
- You agree to be bound by these Terms
- You understand this is a private tutoring service with no official affiliation
- You have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement (or have parental consent if under 18)
- You understand there are no guarantees regarding academic performance
- You accept the refund policy and understand circumstances under which refunds are not available
- You will use the service in compliance with all applicable laws
These Terms and Conditions are effective as of February 8, 2026
Last Updated: February 8, 2026