Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how information is handled when you visit and use our website. We believe in transparency and clarity, especially when the site is used by students, parents, and guardians seeking academic guidance. Please read this page carefully to understand how your data is treated.

1. Purpose of This Website

This website is created solely for informational and educational purposes. It provides simplified guidance related to the SAMS Odisha admission system, such as login steps, application processes, document downloads, merit list explanations, and general academic updates.

We are not an official government website and are not affiliated with SAMS Odisha or the Government of Odisha. No admissions, selections, or official services are conducted through this site.

2. Information We Do Not Collect

We want to be very clear:

  • We do not collect application forms
  • We do not ask for passwords, OTPs, or login credentials
  • We do not process admissions, merit lists, or payments
  • We do not store sensitive personal data such as Aadhaar numbers, bank details, or academic certificates

Any official actions must always be completed on the official SAMS Odisha portal.

3. Information That May Be Collected Automatically

Like most informational websites, certain non-personal information may be collected automatically when you visit our site. This may include:

  • Browser type
  • Device type
  • IP address (in anonymized form)
  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on pages
  • Referring websites

This information is used only to understand user behavior, improve content quality, and enhance user experience. It does not personally identify any individual.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to:

  • Improve site performance
  • Understand which content is most helpful to users
  • Enhance navigation and usability

Cookies do not give us access to your personal data. You can disable cookies at any time through your browser settings. Doing so will not prevent you from accessing the main informational content of the site.

5. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party tools such as:

  • Analytics services (to understand traffic and improve content)
  • Advertising platforms (if enabled in the future)

These third-party services may use cookies or similar technologies under their own privacy policies. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of those services separately.

We do not control how third-party websites or platforms collect or use your data.

6. External Links

Our website may contain links to external websites, including official government portals or educational resources. Once you leave our website, we are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or accuracy of those external sites.

Users are advised to review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.

7. Data Security

Although we do not collect sensitive personal information, we still take reasonable measures to ensure the website remains secure and protected against unauthorized access, misuse, or data breaches.

However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure. By using this website, you acknowledge and accept this limitation.

8. Children’s Privacy

This website provides educational information that may be accessed by students, including minors. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If a parent or guardian believes that a child has shared personal information with us unintentionally, they may contact us, and appropriate action will be taken.

9. Accuracy and Responsibility

While we make every effort to keep information accurate and updated, admission rules, schedules, and procedures may change without notice. Users are strongly advised to verify all critical details directly from official SAMS Odisha sources before making decisions.

Any action taken based on information from this website is done at the user’s own discretion and responsibility.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in content practices, legal requirements, or website improvements. Any updates will be posted on this page with immediate effect.

We encourage users to review this page occasionally to stay informed.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or the content published on this website, you may contact us through the contact page.

We value user trust and aim to provide clear, responsible, and helpful information at all times.

Final Note

By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, we recommend discontinuing use of the website and relying solely on official sources for admissions and academic decisions.