Terms of Service

Effective Date: February 13, 2026
Last Updated: February 13, 2026

Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using iiserconnect.com (“the Website”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you disagree with any part of these terms, please do not use our website.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes become effective immediately upon posting. Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

Use of Website

Permitted Use

You may use IISER Connect for:

Personal educational and research purposes
Finding and applying to research opportunities
Subscribing to opportunity updates and newsletters
Reading guides and resources
Using our mentorship services (if enrolled)

Prohibited Use

You may NOT:

Use automated systems (bots, scrapers, crawlers) to access or collect content
Reproduce, redistribute, or republish content without written permission
Use information for commercial solicitation or spam
Post false, misleading, or defamatory information
Impersonate any person or entity
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Website
Interfere with or disrupt the Website’s operation
Violate any applicable local, state, national, or international laws
Use the Website to distribute malware, viruses, or harmful code
Collect or harvest personal information of other users

Content Accuracy and Disclaimer

Information Provided

We strive to provide accurate and current information about research opportunities. However:

Opportunity details may change without notice
We are not responsible for decisions made based on our content
Users must verify all information with official institutional sources
Deadlines, eligibility criteria, and program details should be confirmed directly with institutions
Information is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind

No Guarantee

IISER Connect does NOT guarantee:

Acceptance into any research program or institution
Accuracy or completeness of third-party information
Availability of listed opportunities
Website uptime or uninterrupted accessibility
Error-free operation of the Website
Specific outcomes or results from using our services

Intellectual Property

Our Content

All content on IISER Connect, including but not limited to:

Text, articles, and written content
Logos, graphics, and images
Website design and layout
Compilation of opportunity listings
Guides and resources

is owned by IISER Connect or our licensors and protected by Indian and international copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without explicit written permission.

User-Generated Content

If you submit content (comments, suggestions, testimonials), you grant IISER Connect a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such content for any purpose related to our services.

External Links

Our website contains links to external websites operated by third parties, including research institutions, universities, and funding agencies. We are not responsible for:

Content on linked websites
Privacy practices of external sites
Accuracy of information on third-party sites
Transactions or interactions with external websites
Changes to external website content or availability

Inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement. You access external links at your own risk.

User Responsibilities

When using IISER Connect, you are responsible for:

Verification: Confirming all opportunity details with official sources
Eligibility: Ensuring you meet program requirements before applying
Deadlines: Tracking and meeting application deadlines independently
Applications: Preparing and submitting complete, accurate applications
Communication: Following up directly with institutions
Decisions: Making informed choices about which opportunities to pursue
Account Security: Maintaining confidentiality of any login credentials

Mentorship Services

Our paid mentorship program is subject to additional terms:

Payment is required before accessing mentorship services
Refunds are provided only as specified in our Refund Policy
Mentorship does not guarantee acceptance into any program
Sessions must be scheduled according to mentor availability
Both mentees and mentors must maintain professional conduct
Confidential information shared in sessions must remain private

Disclaimer of Warranties

IISER Connect is provided “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

Merchantability
Fitness for a particular purpose
Non-infringement
Accuracy or completeness
Uninterrupted or error-free operation
Freedom from viruses or harmful components

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, IISER Connect and its operators, employees, partners, and affiliates shall NOT be liable for:

Direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
Loss of profits, data, or opportunities
Application rejections or missed deadlines
Decisions made based on our content
Actions or omissions of third parties
Errors, interruptions, or delays in service
Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data

Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid (if any) for accessing our services in the 12 months preceding the claim.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless IISER Connect from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

Your use or misuse of the Website
Violation of these Terms
Violation of any rights of third parties
Any content you submit or share
Your breach of any applicable laws or regulations

Termination

We reserve the right to:

Suspend or terminate your access to the Website at any time
Remove any content that violates these Terms
Take legal action for serious violations
Refuse service to anyone for any reason

You may discontinue using the Website at any time. Newsletter subscriptions can be cancelled via the unsubscribe link in emails.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of India. Any disputes arising from these Terms or use of the Website shall be resolved in the courts of Rajasthan, India.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published on the Website, constitute the entire agreement between you and IISER Connect regarding use of the Website.

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service:

Email: info@iiserconnect.com
Subject Line: Terms of Service Inquiry

By using IISER Connect, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.