IIM Kashipur

Registration Fees/ Application Fees

1. The registration fee is your seat reservation fee paid for the IIMK program. This fee is non-refundable and will get adjusted against the final fee payable by the student.
2. Students must confirm their admission within 5 days of paying the registration fee. To confirm their registration, they can either pay the full fee or make a partial payment.
3. If a student does not confirm their admission within 5 days, their seat will be released to another candidate, and the registration fee will be forfeited.

Basic Requirements

To ensure the best course experience, students should use a latest processor (i3/i5/i7) with a clock speed of 2.0GHz and have a minimum of 4GB RAM, though 8GB is recommended (applicable for technical courses). The students should ensure they have a high-speed uninterrupted internet connection to attend live sessions and access course resources without any hassle.

Class Timings & Schedule

1. Sessions will be conducted according to the schedule provided in advance to all participants before the commencement of each module. While the institution's sincere intention is to complete the entire course within the specified timeframe, unforeseen circumstances beyond its control may necessitate adjustments to the course schedule.
2. Although IIMK endeavors to complete the entire course within the stipulated time frame, unforeseen circumstances may lead to course extensions. Such circumstances, which include but are not limited to the overall pace of learning, session extensions for the benefit of students, instructor-related issues, and similar operational challenges, may require sessions to be prolonged. However, in the event of such extensions, IIMK will not impose additional charges on students for extra instructor hours, LMS portal access charges, or support fees.

Tools

Open-source tools will be utilized for teaching course topics. Premium tools will only be used if a trial version is available. Students can practice with the tool using the trial version, and neither Accredian nor IIMK will provide a subscription for the tool.

LMS Access: Duration and Limitations

1. The Learning Management System (LMS) serves as a comprehensive platform where students can access all program content and study materials.
2. It is designed to facilitate an engaging and interactive learning experience, enhancing understanding through various features.
3. Students will have access to the LMS and its content for up to 3 months post course completion.
4. This extended access enables students to review and revise materials at their convenience, reinforcing learning and aiding in mastering the subject matter.

Please note that lifetime access is not provided.

Query resolution

1. The daily operating hours for query resolution are from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Monday through Saturday, with a turnaround time of 24-operating hours. While Accredian endeavors to resolve queries within the stipulated 24-hour window, occasional delays may occur due to high traffic.
2. Please note that Tuesdays are designated as the academic team's weekly day off, during which operations are suspended.

Fee Payment Schedule

1. If a student opts for the installment payment option (up to a maximum of 2-3 EMIs) when registering for any program, they are expected to make the installments in consecutive months starting from the first installment date.
2. In exceptional circumstances, students will be granted a grace period of 15 days to settle the fee. Failure to make the payment beyond 15 days will result in a late payment fee of Rs 1,000 per week.
3. The institute reserves the right to revoke a student’s access to the dashboard, along with any associated services and privileges, in the event of non-payment or delayed payment of the full program fee. Continued access is contingent upon timely and complete fee settlement as per the agreed payment schedule.

Student Loan Facility

1. In the event of any issues arising with loan/credit facilities availed by students from third-party providers such as EarlySalary, Eduvanz, Propelld, Avanse, etc., it is expected that the third-party loan provider and the student directly engage with each other to resolve any disputes. Neither Accredian nor IIMK should be held accountable for any issues that may arise with the loan partner.
2. The EMI plan agreed upon with the third-party loan provider will continue as per the terms discussed during the enrollment period with the third-party loan provider.

Faculty Allocation

1. All faculty members are highly experienced in their respective industries and have mastered their domains. Different faculties are assigned for different terms/modules, and the details will be communicated to students prior to the start of every module.
2. IIMK and Accredian hold the authority to change and assign the faculty members according to organizational needs, faculty availability, and program enhancements.
3. To protect intellectual property rights, course materials developed and shared by the faculty are not available for direct download. Students will still have access to these essential resources via the designated Learning Management System (LMS).

Issuance of Certificate

Certificates from IIMK will be issued only in the name of the student who has enrolled in the program. They will not be issued to anyone else under any circumstances. The decision regarding the issuance of physical certificates rests solely with the institute, and Accredian does not have a role in this process.

Refund Policy

1. General Position on Refunds – As a general rule, the Course Fee paid is non-refundable. Any refund request will be considered jointly on a case-by-case basis, and the decision arrived at shall be final and binding on the student.
2. Cut-off Date for Refund Requests – Students may submit a refund request up to the cut-off date specified for the programme, which shall be at least 14 days prior to batch inauguration. Requests received within this window, if approved, will be processed after deduction of a refund processing fee of INR 5,000. Applicable taxes paid at the time of enrolment are non-refundable.
3. Refund Requests After Cut-off but Before Commencement – Requests received after the cut-off date but before commencement of the programme may be considered on a case-by-case basis. If approved, a deduction of 40% of the academic fee will apply, in addition to the refund processing fee. Applicable taxes remain non-refundable.
4. No Refunds Post-Commencement – No refund requests will be entertained once the programme has commenced, except in the specific non-refundable/exception scenarios outlined in Clauses 6 and 7 below.
5. Programme Cancellation or Postponement –
   1. In the event the programme is cancelled by the Institute, students will receive a full refund of the programme fee, including applicable taxes.
   2. If the commencement of the programme is postponed by more than one month from the originally announced start date, students may request a full refund, including applicable taxes.
6. Scenarios Where the Course Fee Will Not Be Refunded – Notwithstanding anything stated above, the Course Fee shall not be refunded under the following circumstances:
   1. Failure of the student to meet the minimum academic requirement before the end of the programme.
   2. The student does not qualify for the award of a certificate and fails to clear assessments.
   3. The student withdraws from the programme of their own accord after commencement.
7. Basis for Approved Refunds – Where a refund is approved on a case-by-case basis, the amount will be calculated based on the percentage of total programme hours not attended by the student, along with any deductions specified in Clauses 2 and 3, and any other mechanism mutually agreed upon. Such refunds may require recovery from fees already remitted to the Institute, and applicable taxes will be adjusted accordingly.
8. Repeat Programme/Academic Year – A student eligible to repeat a programme or academic year must pay the Course Fee applicable to the batch they join for the repeat. Fees already paid for the completed year will not be adjusted or carried forward.
9. Deferment – There shall be no provision for a student to switch from one programme to another, unless mutually agreed by the parties on a case-by-case basis.
10. Processing Timeline – Approved refunds will be processed within 14 business days from the date of approval.
11. Submission of Requests – All refund requests must be submitted in writing to [insert contact/email].

Discontinuation Policy

1. Accredian reserves the right to discontinue any program at any time at its discretion, based on factors such as adherence to market standards, affiliations with third-party institutes, and program viability. Advanced notice of program discontinuation will be communicated to all relevant stakeholders, including faculty and students, in accordance with IIMK's policy.
2. In the case of program discontinuation, affected students may transfer to other available programs within Accredian's and IIMK’s portfolio, subject to feasibility and any necessary fee adjustments. In the event that this cannot be done, further measures will be taken according to IIMK's policy on an individual basis.
3. Accredian and IIM Kashipur reserve the right to cancel or terminate a participant’s enrolment at any stage of the program without prior notice on grounds including, but not limited to, misconduct, non-compliance with program policies, violation of the program’s terms and conditions, failure to meet academic requirements, disruption of the learning environment, persistent misalignment with program objectives, or any conduct deemed detrimental to the interests of the program, its faculty, or fellow participants. In such instances, any fees paid shall be non-refundable and will stand forfeited.

Accredian’s Intellectual Property Rights

1. All information and data shared with Accredian's product users are considered content, encompassing pre-reads, presentations, post-reads, session recordings, videos, graphics, interactive materials, and other materials.
2. The programs and all related services provided are owned and operated by Accredian and its licensors. The content available on the platform for every program, including videos, quizzes, assignments, case studies, presentations, readings, projects, activities, illustrations, graphics, and all other resources, belong to Accredian and/or its affiliates or licensors. They are protected by the copyright and other proprietary intellectual property rights under the applicable laws.
3. Additionally, elements of the website, platform, program, and Accredian’s content are protected under the applicable laws. They may not be copied, downloaded, reproduced, shared, or distributed in any way, whole or in part, without written consent from Accredian. Accredian reserves the right to make downloadable content available at its discretion.
4. Users accessing the platform and program resources agree not to: (a) Reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, or exploit for any commercial purpose; (b) use Accredian’s name, trademarks, service marks, content, or any other material in connection with, or to transmit, any unsolicited communications or emails or for any other unauthorized purpose.

Third-Party Intellectual Property

1. Accredian respects third-party intellectual property rights, including copyrights and trademarks, and actively supports their protections. Accredian is committed to promptly addressing notices of alleged intellectual property (IP) infringement. Upon receiving proper notification of such infringement, Accredian's response will involve swiftly removing or disabling access to the material that is claimed to be infringing.
2. Accredian shall not be held liable for the unauthorized use of any third-party IP by the users. The users who engage in such unauthorized use or infringe any IP available on the Platform shall fully indemnify and hold Accredian harmless against any and all claims that may arise as a result of such use.

3. If a user believes that their product or other work has been misrepresented or used in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, or their intellectual property rights have been otherwise violated, they should provide Accredian with the following information:

   1. An electronic or physical signature of the person duly authorized to act on behalf of the owner of the product, work, or other intellectual property.
   2. A description of the product, work, or other intellectual property that they claim has been misrepresented or infringed.
   3. A detailed description of the location on the Platform/Program where the material they claim is misrepresenting or infringing their product, work, or other intellectual property can be found.
   4. Contact details including address, telephone number, and email address.
   5. A statement by them that they have a good faith belief that the disputed use is not authorized by the owner of the product, work, copyright, or intellectual property, or its agent, or applicable law.
   6. A statement by them, made under the penalty of perjury, that the aforementioned information in their notice is accurate and that they are the product, work, copyright, or intellectual property owner or authorized to act on such owner's behalf.

Falsification and Omission of Information

1. Rejection of Application: Failure to provide accurate information regarding students' education qualifications and/or personal details shall result in the immediate rejection of the enrollment application, with no refund of the application fee.
2. Termination of Enrollment: Should any inaccuracies or omissions in students' educational qualifications or personal details be discovered at any point before, during, or after the enrollment process, IIMK reserves the right to terminate enrollment. Under these circumstances, no refunds for application or program fees will be issued. This termination will lead to the revocation of academic and course privileges, as well as access to the LMS, course materials, and any other benefits or resources.
3. Cancellation of Certificates or Degrees: In cases where falsification or omission of provided information is discovered, IIMK reserves the right to revoke any earned marks, certificates or degrees.
4. Blacklisting: Individuals found to have engaged in dishonest practices, including falsification or omission of information before, during, or after the enrollment process, may be blacklisted. This action prevents them from future enrollment or employment opportunities within IIMK.

These consequences serve to uphold the integrity of IIMK, and ensure fair treatment of all applicants and enrolled students.