Privacy Policy

This policy is framed in accordance with the Guidelines for Indian Government Websites and Apps (GIGW) 3.0 issued by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide, such as your name, organisation, email address, and contact details, when you use the Contact Us form or apply for funding support.

We also automatically collect non-personal technical information, such as browser type, IP address, and pages visited, through standard web server logs and analytics tools.

2. Use of Information

Information collected is used only for the purposes for which it was provided, including:

• Responding to queries
• Processing applications
• Improving website functionality

We do not sell, trade, or rent personal information to third parties.

3. Cookies and Analytics

This website may use cookies and third-party analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand website usage patterns and improve user experience.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some website features may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.

4. Data Security

Reasonable technical and organisational measures, including HTTPS encryption, are implemented to protect information transmitted through this website from unauthorised access, alteration, or disclosure.

5. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to other government or external websites.

BIRAC-RDI Fund is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such external websites.

6. Retention of Information

Personal information collected through this website is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected, or as required under applicable law.

7. Grievances Relating to Privacy

For any queries, concerns, or grievances regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact the Grievance Officer listed on the Grievance Redressal page.

8. Changes to this Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in legal, technical, or operational requirements.

The date shown at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised.