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Institution: Koustuv Research Institute of Medical Sciences

Effective Date: June 2026

Last Updated: June 2026

KRIMS (", "we", "us", or "our"), affiliated to Utkal University and approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of all individuals who interact with our website at https://krims.ac.in. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information in accordance with applicable Indian data protection laws, including the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following categories of personal information when you visit our website or apply for admission:

  • Personal Identification: Name, date of birth, gender, photograph, and government-issued ID details.
  • Contact Details: Email address, phone number, residential address, and city/state/PIN code.
  • Academic Information: Academic qualifications, examination scores, and certificates submitted during the admission process.
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, pages visited, and time spent on our website, collected via cookies and analytics tools.
  • Communication Data: Messages, queries, and feedback submitted via contact forms or email.

2. How We Use Your Information

KRIMS uses collected data for the following purposes:

  • Processing admission applications and communicating admission decisions.
  • Sending important academic notifications, fee reminders, and institutional updates.
  • Improving our website experience, content, and performance using aggregated analytics.
  • Complying with regulatory requirements of PCI, Utkal University, and the Government of Odisha.
  • Responding to grievances, complaints, and queries submitted by students, parents, or visitors.
  • Preventing unauthorized access, fraud, or misuse of our digital platforms.

3. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. Your information may be shared only in the following limited circumstances:

  • With Utkal University, PCI, NAAC, or government authorities as required by applicable regulations or law.
  • With trusted service providers (e.g., payment gateways, SMS/email service providers) who process data on our behalf under strict confidentiality obligations.
  • When required by a court order, government directive, or law enforcement authority.

4. Data Security

KRIMS employs industry-standard security measures including SSL encryption, firewalled servers, and restricted access protocols to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. While we implement robust safeguards, no digital transmission can be guaranteed 100% secure.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Please refer to our Cookie Policy for detailed information on the types of cookies we use and your opt-out options.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected, or as required by law. Student academic records are retained as per UGC/PCI archival guidelines. Enquiry and contact form data is deleted after 12 months if no admission or engagement follows.

7. Your Rights

As a data subject, you have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your data, subject to legal retention requirements.
  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please write to us at: info@krims.ac.in

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. KRIMS is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external websites you visit.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in law or our practices. Updates will be published on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of our website after any update constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact Us

For privacy-related queries or concerns,
Please contact:
Koustuv Research Institute of Medical Science | Odisha, India
Email: info@krims.ac.in | Website: https://krims.ac.in