Terms and Conditions for TID Network Institution Membership

1 Definitions

• TID means Trainee Identification Number assigned to an individual trainee.
• TID Network refers to the centralized trainee identification and credential management ecosystem.
• TID Authority means the authority responsible for administration, approval, monitoring, and management of the TID Network.
• Institution means the organization applying for or approved as a TID Network Institute.

2 Eligibility

• Only legally established organizations engaged in education, training, skill development, vocational education, or related activities are eligible to apply.
• The TID Authority reserves the right to seek additional documents to verify the legal existence and eligibility of the applicant institution.
• Submission of an application does not guarantee approval.

3 Approval of Membership

• Approval of an application is entirely at the discretion of the TID Authority.
• The TID Authority may approve, reject, defer, suspend, or cancel any application without assigning any reason.
• The decision of the TID Authority shall be final and binding.

4 Non-Refundable Application Fee

• The prescribed application fee is payable at the time of application.
• The application fee is non-refundable irrespective of whether the application is approved, rejected, withdrawn, or cancelled.

5 Membership Status

• Upon approval, the institution shall receive the status of "TID Network Institute."
• This status authorizes the institution only to access and use the TID Network services in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.
• Membership does not create any ownership, partnership, agency, franchise, or employment relationship with the TID Authority or its technical partners.

6 Membership Validity and Renewal

• Institutional membership shall remain valid for one year from the date of approval unless suspended or cancelled earlier.
• The Annual Membership Fee for renewal shall be ₹2,000 plus applicable GST.
• However, the Annual Membership Fee shall be fully waived if the institution has successfully created or updated a minimum of 100 TID records during the immediately preceding membership year.
• The TID Authority reserves the right to revise renewal fees and waiver criteria in future.

7 Institutional Dashboard

• Approved institutions will receive secure access to an institutional dashboard.
• The institution shall be responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of its login credentials.
• Any activity performed using the institutional account shall be deemed to have been performed by the institution itself.

8 Record Management

• The institution may use the dashboard to create new TID records, update trainee information, add educational qualifications, add examination results, record skill certifications, and maintain lifelong trainee records.
• The institution shall ensure that all information entered into the system is accurate, authentic, complete, and supported by official institutional records.

9 Record Update Charges

• The institution agrees to pay the prescribed Record Update Charges applicable from time to time.
• Each successful record submission or update shall be treated as an individual transaction for billing purposes.
• Charges shall be deducted from the institution's prepaid wallet.

10 Accuracy of Information

• The institution is solely responsible for the authenticity and correctness of all data uploaded to the TID Network.
• The TID Authority shall not be responsible for any incorrect, misleading, fraudulent, or unauthorized information uploaded by an institution.
• The institution shall indemnify the TID Authority against any claim arising from inaccurate or false information submitted by it.

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12 Intellectual Property

• All software, databases, interfaces, logos, trademarks, designs, documentation, and technology relating to the TID Network remain the exclusive intellectual property of the TID Authority and/or its respective owners.
• No ownership rights are transferred to participating institutions.

13 Suspension and Cancellation

• The TID Authority may suspend or terminate institutional membership at any time if:
  • False information is submitted.
  • Records are manipulated or misused.
  • Unauthorized access is attempted.
  • The institution violates these Terms and Conditions.
  • The institution engages in activities detrimental to the integrity or reputation of the TID Network.
  • Any legal or regulatory issue arises affecting the institution's eligibility.
• The TID Authority may suspend or cancel membership with or without prior notice wherever considered necessary for protecting the integrity of the TID Network.

14 Modification of Policies

• The TID Authority reserves the right to amend, modify, introduce, or withdraw any policy, operational procedure, fee, feature, or service at any time.
• Revised policies shall become effective upon publication on the official website or institutional dashboard.
• Continued use of the TID Network after such publication shall constitute acceptance of the revised policies.

15 Limitation of Liability

• The TID Authority shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or business losses arising from:
  • System downtime.
  • Internet connectivity issues.
  • Incorrect data submitted by institutions.
  • Delayed approvals.
  • Third-party service failures.
  • Force majeure events beyond reasonable control.

16 Confidentiality and Data Protection

• Institutions shall maintain the confidentiality of student information and comply with all applicable laws relating to privacy and data protection.
• The TID Authority may process institutional and trainee data solely for operational, verification, security, analytical, and statutory purposes.

17 Governing Law

• These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by the laws of India.
• Any dispute arising from participation in the TID Network shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts at Nagpur, Maharashtra.

18 Acceptance