Terms & Conditions

The Directorate of Entrepreneurship & Innovation (DEI) is an initiative of SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST) that promotes innovation, entrepreneurship, startup incubation, mentoring, research commercialization, industry collaboration, and technology-driven ventures.

The Website provides information about SRM DEI's programs, incubation opportunities, events, initiatives, resources, partnerships, and related services.

By accessing this Website, you confirm that you:

• Are legally capable of entering into a binding agreement.
• Agree to comply with these Terms & Conditions.
• Will use the Website only for lawful purposes.

You agree to use the Website responsibly and shall not:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations.
• Upload false, misleading, or fraudulent information.
• Attempt unauthorized access to the Website or its systems.
• Introduce viruses, malware, or harmful code.
• Interfere with the Website's operation or security.
• Copy or misuse Website content without authorization.
• Use automated tools to scrape or extract Website content without prior written permission.

SRM DEI reserves the right to suspend or terminate access for misuse of the Website.

Applications submitted through this Website for incubation, startup support, grants, mentoring, workshops, or events:

• Do not guarantee selection or admission.
• May be evaluated based on eligibility, quality, innovation potential, and other criteria determined by SRM DEI.
• Must contain accurate and complete information.
• May require supporting documents for verification.

SRM DEI reserves the right to accept, reject, defer, or withdraw any application without providing specific reasons.

All content available on this Website, including but not limited to:

• Logos
• Text
• Graphics
• Images
• Videos
• Documents
• Publications
• Website design
• Icons
• Software
• Branding materials

is owned by or licensed to SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), SRM DEI, or respective content owners and is protected under applicable intellectual property laws.

No content may be reproduced, distributed, modified, republished, or commercially exploited without prior written permission.

Information submitted through forms, applications, event registrations, or contact requests remains the responsibility of the user.

By submitting information, you confirm that:

• The information is accurate.
• You have the necessary rights to submit the information.
• Submitted materials do not infringe the rights of any third party.

Applicants retain ownership of their intellectual property unless otherwise agreed in writing.

SRM DEI may use submitted information solely for evaluation, communication, incubation processes, reporting, or institutional purposes in accordance with its Privacy Policy.

Participation in workshops, hackathons, incubation programs, mentoring sessions, demo days, competitions, and other events may be subject to additional guidelines or eligibility criteria.

SRM DEI reserves the right to:

• Modify schedules.
• Change speakers or mentors.
• Cancel or postpone events.
• Limit participant numbers.
• Update program content without prior notice.

The Website may include links to government agencies, startup ecosystem partners, funding organizations, educational institutions, or other external websites.

SRM DEI is not responsible for the content, availability, or privacy practices of third-party websites.

Accessing external websites is at your own discretion.

The information provided on this Website is for general informational purposes only.

While reasonable efforts are made to ensure accuracy, SRM DEI does not warrant that:

• All information is complete, accurate, or current.
• The Website will always be uninterrupted or error-free.
• Files available for download are free from viruses or harmful components.

Users should independently verify important information before making decisions based on Website content.

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, SRM DEI, SRMIST, its officers, employees, faculty, mentors, partners, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from:

• Use or inability to use the Website.
• Errors or omissions in Website content.
• Technical interruptions or system failures.
• Unauthorized access to user information.
• Reliance on information published on the Website.

Your use of this Website is also governed by the SRM DEI Privacy Policy. By using the Website, you acknowledge that your information will be handled in accordance with that policy.

SRM DEI may update or revise these Terms & Conditions at any time without prior notice.

Revised versions become effective upon publication on this Website.

Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms & Conditions.

These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of India.

Any disputes arising out of or relating to the use of this Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

For any questions regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact:

• Directorate of Entrepreneurship & Innovation (DEI)
• SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST)
• Email: admin.dei@srmist.edu.in
• Email: associate.outreach@srmbrc.com
• Phone: +91 9176020760
• Phone: +91 9791059105
• Website: https://www.srmdei.com