Effective Date: 20th July ‘25

Bharat Innovation Challenge ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through this Privacy Policy. This Policy describes how we collect, use, maintain, and disclose information collected from users (“you”) through our official website(s), mobile applications, online forms, and communication platforms (collectively referred to as “our platforms”).

Scope of this Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to all personal and non-personal data collected through:

• The Bharat Innovation Challenge website and registration portal.
• Associated third-party services used for event communication and management.
• Interactive forms, newsletters, and event registration tools.
• This Policy does not apply to external sites linked through our platforms.

Information we Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Identifiable Information (PII): Name, age, school/college, contact number, email ID, city/state.
• Team Details: Team name, team member names, mentor information.
• Project Submissions: Idea abstracts, pitch decks, and prototypes.
• Device & Usage Data: IP address, browser type, access time, pages viewed, and referring URLs.

How we use your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Process registrations and manage event participation.
• Communicate event updates and logistics.
• Evaluate submissions during the ideation and final stages.
• Showcase winners and innovative ideas publicly.
• Improve our platform functionality and user experience.

Information Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. We may share it only with:

• Internal organizing teams and evaluation jury.
• Technology partners for event operations (e.g., website management or judging portals).
• Government/educational partners when required for validation or rewards.
• Any sharing is strictly governed by confidentiality and data processing agreements.

Data Security

We use industry-standard security protocols and SaaS platforms to protect data, including:

• SSL encryption during transmission
• Secure cloud storage for submissions and user accounts
• Role-based access control for organizers and jurors
• Despite our efforts, we cannot guarantee absolute security over the internet.

Your Rights

You may:

• Request access to or deletion of your personal data.
• Withdraw consent by contacting us before the final stage.
• Opt out of marketing or update your preferences via email.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to:

• Track session performance
• Store user login credentials (when opted in)
• Enhance Browse experience

You can disable cookies via browser settings.

Changes to this Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy as necessary. Updates will be posted on our official website with the effective date. Continued use of the platforms constitutes your acceptance of any changes.

Contact Us

For questions or requests related to privacy:

Email: bic@lpu.co.in
Postal Address: Lovely Professional University, Punjab - 144411, India

By registering or using our services, you consent to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy.