1. Introduction
Welcome to the National Talent Hunt Exam 2026 (NTHE 2026) website www.nthe.ebecindia.in . This Privacy Policy explains how EBEC India Technology (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you visit our website, register for the exam, purchase our ebook, or interact with our services.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data with transparency and care. This policy is issued in compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, the Information Technology Act, 2000, and other applicable Indian regulations.
By using our website and services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We collect personal information to provide and improve our services. The types of information we collect include:
A. Information You Provide Directly
| Category | Information Collected |
|---|---|
| Student Details | Full name, date of birth, class, school name, school board, preferred exam language (English/Hindi) |
| Parent/Guardian Details | Full name, email address, mobile number, alternative contact number |
| Address Details | House/flat number, area/locality, city, district, state, PIN code |
| Payment Information | Transaction details processed through Payment Gateway (we do not store your card or UPI details) |
B. Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
| Information | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Device Information | Browser type, operating system, device type |
| Usage Data | Pages visited, time spent, links clicked |
| IP Address | Approximate geographic location for analytics |
C. Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from our payment gateway partner for transaction verification and fraud prevention purposes.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
| Purpose | Description |
|---|---|
| Exam Registration | To process your registration and confirm your participation in NTHE 2026 |
| Ebook Delivery | To send you the ebook via email after payment verification |
| Exam Communication | To send important updates, exam date reminders, login credentials, and result notifications |
| Payment Processing | To process registration fees securely through Razorpay |
| Customer Support | To respond to your queries and provide technical assistance |
| Improving Our Services | To analyse usage patterns and improve our website and exam experience |
| Legal Compliance | To comply with applicable laws and regulatory requirements |
4. Children’s Data & Parental Consent
NTHE 2026 is an exam designed for students in Classes 6 to 10. As many of our users are minors, we take special care to protect their privacy.
- We collect personal information about students only from their parents or legal guardians or from the student with verifiable parental consent.
- We do not track, profile, or conduct targeted advertising directed at children.
- All communications regarding the exam, results, and prizes are sent to the parent/guardian’s email and mobile number provided during registration.
- Parents/guardians have the right to review, update, or request deletion of their child’s data at any time by contacting us.
5. How We Protect Your Information
We implement reasonable security practices and procedures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
| Security Measure | Description |
|---|---|
| SSL Encryption | Our website uses SSL certificates to encrypt data transmitted between your browser and our servers |
| Secure Payment Gateway | All payments are processed through Razorpay, which complies with RBI regulations and uses AES-128-bit encryption |
| Limited Access | Access to your personal data is restricted to authorized personnel only |
| Data Minimization | We collect only the information necessary for the purposes stated in this policy |
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
6. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:
| Recipient | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Razorpay | Payment processing, fraud prevention, and transaction verification |
| Service Providers | Third-party vendors who help us operate our website, send emails, or provide customer support (they are bound by confidentiality agreements) |
| Legal Authorities | When required by law, court order, or government regulation to comply with legal obligations |
| Exam Partners | For prize distribution and coordination of the prize ceremony (only for winners) |
7. Your Rights
Under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 and other applicable laws, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
| Right | Description |
|---|---|
| Right to Access | You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you |
| Right to Correction | You can request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data |
| Right to Deletion | You can request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal retention requirements) |
| Right to Withdraw Consent | You can withdraw your consent for data processing at any time |
| Right to Grievance Redressal | You can raise concerns about how your data is handled |
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at help@nthe.ebecindia.in.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Registration Data | Until the completion of the exam cycle (including results and prize distribution) |
| Payment Records | As required by tax and financial regulations |
| Communication Records | For the duration of the exam cycle and reasonable period thereafter for support purposes |
9. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us:
- Remember your preferences
- Understand how you use our website
- Improve website performance
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., Razorpay payment page). This Privacy Policy does not apply to those external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
11. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated policy will be posted on this page.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:
| Contact Method | Details |
|---|---|
| help@nthe.ebecindia.in | |
| Phone | +91-8530253835 (10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Monday to Saturday) |
| Website | www.nthe.ebecindia.in |
| Organizer | EBEC India Technology |
NTHE 2026 – Initiative by EBEC India Technology.