Terms and Conditions
Aspirant Education Sansthan (AES)
Last updated: 8th October 2026
1. Introduction and Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to the website of Aspirant Education Sansthan ("Aspirant Education", "AES", "we", "us" or "our"), available at www.aspiranteducation.org (the "Website").
By accessing, browsing or using this Website, including making a donation, registering as a volunteer or submitting any form, you ("User", "you" or "your") confirm that you have read, understood and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms"), together with our Privacy Policy and any other policies published on the Website.
If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use this Website.
2. About Aspirant Education
Aspirant Education Sansthan is a non-governmental, not-for-profit organisation registered as a society (Registration No. 243/Ajmer/2014-2015, dated 30th March 2015), with its headquarters in Ajmer, Rajasthan.
Since 2007, we have worked across India on four focus areas:
- Skill development for underprivileged youth
- Women empowerment, including our Nari Shakti programme
- Tribal education
- Food relief, including our Mission Zero Hunger programme
Our registrations and credentials include:
- NITI Aayog Darpan Unique ID: NGO-RJ/2017/0155784
- Section 12A registration: AAEAA0349R/08/2017-18/S-740/12AA
- Section 80G registration: AAEAA0349R/08/2017-18/S-741/80G
- PAN: AAEAA0349R
- ISO 9001:2015 certified: ICIINDI/5302/XX
3. Definitions
- "Website" means www.aspiranteducation.org and all its pages, content, forms and features.
- "Content" means all text, images, photographs, videos, graphics, logos, reports, data and other material on the Website.
- "Donation" means any voluntary contribution of money made to Aspirant Education through the Website.
- "Payment Partner" means a third-party payment service provider that processes donations on our behalf, such as Razorpay, Donorbox or PayPal.
- "Programmes" means the skill development, women empowerment, tribal education, food relief and related activities carried out by Aspirant Education.
4. Eligibility
- You must be at least 18 years old, or the age of majority in your jurisdiction, to make a donation or enter into any agreement through this Website.
- If you are under 18, you may browse the Website, but you must have the permission and supervision of a parent or legal guardian before submitting any personal information or making any donation.
- By using this Website, you confirm that the information you provide is accurate and that you have the legal capacity to agree to these Terms.
5. Use of This Website
5.1 General Information
The Content on this Website is provided for general information about our organisation, programmes, campaigns and impact. It may change at any time without prior notice.
5.2 Permitted Use
You agree to use this Website only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe the rights of, or restrict the use of the Website by, any other person.
5.3 Prohibited Conduct
You agree not to:
- use the Website in any way that violates any applicable Indian law or regulation;
- attempt to gain unauthorised access to the Website, its servers, databases or any connected systems;
- introduce viruses, malware or any harmful or disruptive code;
- use bots, scrapers or automated tools to extract Content or data, unless we have given written permission;
- overload, interfere with or disrupt the Website or its security features;
- submit false, misleading or fraudulent information, including false identity, payment or donor details;
- use the Website to harass, defame, threaten or discriminate against any person or group;
- impersonate Aspirant Education, its staff, its volunteers or any other person;
- use our name, logo or Content to solicit funds or mislead others in any way;
- use the Website for any commercial purpose without our written consent.
5.4 Consequences of Misuse
Unauthorised or unlawful use of this Website may give rise to a claim for damages and may be a criminal offence. We may block access, remove submissions and report misuse to the relevant authorities.
6. Donations
6.1 Voluntary Nature
All donations made through this Website are voluntary contributions towards our charitable programmes. A donation does not create any ownership, membership, employment or commercial relationship with Aspirant Education, and does not entitle the donor to any goods, services or control over the programme.
6.2 Use of Funds
Donations are used for the charitable objectives of Aspirant Education, including skill development, women empowerment, tribal education and food relief. Where a donor selects a specific programme, we will make reasonable efforts to apply the funds to that programme. We reserve the right to redirect funds to a similar programme where a particular campaign is fully funded, cannot be carried out, or where the need elsewhere is more urgent. A portion of donations may be used for administrative and operational costs necessary to run our programmes.
6.3 Payment Processing and Security
Donations are processed securely by our Payment Partners. We do not store your card, net-banking or UPI credentials. Your payment details are handled by the Payment Partner under its own terms and privacy policy. We encourage you to read those terms before making a payment. We are not responsible for failures, delays or errors on the part of any Payment Partner, your bank or your card issuer.
6.4 Donation Amount and Currency
You may choose the amount of your donation, subject to any minimum amount displayed on the donation page. All amounts are in Indian Rupees (INR) unless stated otherwise. Where a payment partner converts currency, the exchange rate and any conversion fees are determined by that partner or your bank.
6.5 Tax Benefits and Receipts
- Aspirant Education holds registration under Sections 12A and 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Eligible donations may qualify for a deduction, as applicable and subject to the provisions of the Act, the donor's tax status and the validity of our registration at the time of the donation.
- To receive an 80G receipt, you must provide accurate details, including your full name, address and PAN, along with your transaction details. Please write to us at Hello@aspiranteducation.org if you do not receive your receipt within [X] working days of the donation.
- We recommend that you consult a qualified tax professional about your own eligibility for tax benefits. Aspirant Education does not provide tax advice.
- Cash donations and donations above the limits prescribed by law may not qualify for a deduction.
6.6 Refunds and Cancellations
- Donations are generally non-refundable, because they are voluntary contributions used for charitable work.
- If you made a donation by mistake, such as a duplicate payment, an incorrect amount or an unauthorised transaction, please write to Hello@aspiranteducation.org within [7] days of the transaction with your payment details and the reason. We will review each request and, where it is genuine, process a refund through the original payment method. Refunds typically take [7 to 10] working days to appear, depending on your bank and the Payment Partner.
- If a payment is debited from your account but the donation does not appear to have gone through, the amount is usually returned automatically by your bank or Payment Partner within the period they specify. Please contact us if it is not.
6.7 Recurring Donations
If you choose to donate on a recurring basis, you authorise the Payment Partner to charge the selected amount at the chosen interval until you cancel. You may cancel at any time by contacting us or the Payment Partner. Cancellation applies to future payments only.
6.8 Foreign Contributions
FCRA registration: Donations from outside India are accepted in accordance with the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010. FCRA Registration No.: ___.]
6.9 Prohibited Donations
We reserve the right to decline or return any donation where we have reason to believe that it comes from an unlawful source, breaches any law or regulation, is made with false information, or may harm the reputation or objectives of Aspirant Education.
6.10 CSR Contributions
Companies wishing to contribute under their Corporate Social Responsibility obligations should contact us directly at Hello@aspiranteducation.org. CSR contributions are governed by a separate written agreement or MoU between Aspirant Education and the contributing company.
7. Volunteer Registrations, Enquiries and Forms
- Information you submit through our volunteer, contact, enquiry, partnership or other forms must be accurate and complete.
- Submitting a volunteer form does not guarantee a volunteering opportunity, and does not create an employment, agency or any other legal relationship with Aspirant Education.
- Volunteers are expected to follow our code of conduct, safeguarding and child-protection rules, and the instructions of our staff.
- We reserve the right to accept, reject or end any volunteer association at our discretion, particularly where the safety or dignity of beneficiaries is concerned.
8. Privacy and Data Protection
- We collect and use personal information, such as your name, contact details, address, PAN and donation details, only for purposes such as processing donations, issuing receipts, communicating with you, managing volunteers and meeting legal and audit obligations.
- We handle your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable Indian law, including the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, as applicable.
- We do not sell your personal information. We may share it with Payment Partners, service providers and authorities only where necessary to provide our services or where required by law.
- Communications: By providing your contact details, you agree that we may contact you about your donation, receipts and our programmes by email, phone, SMS or WhatsApp. You may opt out of non-essential communications at any time by writing to us.
- Cookies: This Website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience and understand how the Website is used. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
9. Photographs, Beneficiary Stories and User Submissions
- Photographs and stories of beneficiaries on this Website are used with consent and with respect for their dignity and privacy. In some cases, names or identifying details are changed or withheld.
- If you believe any image or story on this Website has been used incorrectly, please contact us immediately, and we will review and, where appropriate, remove it.
- If you send us any content, such as testimonials, photographs, comments or feedback, you confirm that you own it or have permission to share it. You grant Aspirant Education a non-exclusive, royalty-free right to use, reproduce and display it for the purposes of our work and communications, and we may remove it at any time.
10. Intellectual Property
- All Content on this Website, including text, articles, photographs, videos, graphics, logos, the Aspirant Education name, design and layout, belongs to Aspirant Education or is used with permission, and is protected by Indian copyright, trademark and other intellectual property laws.
- You may view and print Content for your own personal, non-commercial reference.
- You may not copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, republish, sell or create derivative works from any Content without our prior written consent.
- Our name and logo may not be used by any person or organisation, including for fundraising, without written permission.
- If you would like to share or quote our Content for media, research or educational purposes, please write to us. We are happy to consider such requests.
11. Links to Other Websites and Third-Party Services
This Website may contain links to third-party websites, social media pages and services, including payment platforms, for your convenience. These links do not indicate endorsement. We do not control, and are not responsible for, the content, accuracy, privacy practices or security of any third-party website. You access them at your own risk and should read their terms and policies.
12. Accuracy of Information and Disclaimers
- We make reasonable efforts to keep the information on this Website accurate and up to date, including our impact figures, programme details and registration details. However, we do not guarantee that the Content is always complete, current or error-free.
- Statistics and data from external sources, such as government surveys and published reports, are provided for general understanding and are subject to the accuracy of those sources.
- Descriptions of programmes, courses and targets show our intentions and past work. They are not guarantees of future results, employment or income for any individual.
- The Website is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We do not guarantee that it will be uninterrupted, secure or free of errors, viruses or other harmful components.
- Nothing on this Website is legal, financial, tax or professional advice.
13. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Aspirant Education, its office bearers, members, staff, volunteers and partners shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential or special loss or damage arising from:
- your use of, or inability to use, the Website;
- your reliance on any Content on the Website;
- any error, delay, interruption or failure of the Website, or of any Payment Partner or other third-party service;
- any unauthorised access to, or alteration of, your data or transmissions caused by factors beyond our reasonable control;
- viruses or other harmful material that may reach your device through the Website.
Nothing in these Terms excludes any liability that cannot be excluded under applicable law.
14. Indemnity
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Aspirant Education, its office bearers, members, staff and volunteers from any claim, loss, liability or expense, including reasonable legal fees, arising from your breach of these Terms, your misuse of the Website, or your violation of any law or the rights of any third party.
15. Suspension and Termination
We may, at our sole discretion and without notice, suspend or restrict your access to the Website if we believe you have breached these Terms, or if required by law or for security reasons. Provisions that by their nature should continue after termination, including those on intellectual property, disclaimers, limitation of liability, indemnity and governing law, will remain in effect.
16. Force Majeure
Aspirant Education is not liable for any delay or failure in providing the Website or carrying out its programmes caused by events beyond its reasonable control, including natural disasters, epidemics, government orders, strikes, power or internet failures, or technical failures of third-party providers.
17. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our work, in the law or in our practices. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. By continuing to use the Website after changes are posted, you accept the revised Terms. We encourage you to review this page regularly.
18. General Provisions
- Entire agreement: These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other policies on the Website, form the entire agreement between you and Aspirant Education regarding your use of the Website.
- Severability: If any part of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining parts will continue in full effect.
- No waiver: If we do not enforce any right or provision, that does not mean we have waived it.
- Assignment: You may not transfer your rights or obligations under these Terms. We may do so as necessary for our work.
19. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of India. Any dispute arising out of or in connection with this Website or these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts at Ajmer, Rajasthan.
We encourage you to contact us first so that any concern can be resolved amicably.
20. Grievances and Contact
For questions about these Terms, donations, receipts, data or any concern about this Website, please contact us:
Aspirant Education Sansthan
[Registered office address, Ajmer, Rajasthan]
Email: Hello@aspiranteducation.org
Phone / WhatsApp: 7230991222
Working hours: Monday to Saturday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
We will make every effort to acknowledge your query within [48 hours] and resolve it within [15 working days].
By using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood these Terms and Conditions and agree to be bound by them.