Terms & Conditions – Zen Institute
Welcome to Zen Institute! These Terms & Conditions govern your use of our services, courses, and website. By enrolling in our programs or using our website, you agree to comply with the following terms.
1. Enrollment & Fee Policy
- Enrollment is confirmed only upon receipt of full or agreed payment.
- All fees are non-refundable and non-transferable, except where explicitly stated in writing by Zen Institute.
- Fees once paid cannot be adjusted against any other course, batch, or individual.
- Zen Institute reserves the right to revise fees, course structure, duration, trainers, or schedules at any time without prior notice.
- Non-payment or delayed payment may result in suspension or cancellation of access without refund.
2. Additional Charges
- The course fee covers training services only, unless explicitly stated otherwise.
The following may involve additional charges:
- Certification fees
- Examination fees
- Printed books or materials
- Project, software, or practical costs
These charges are:
- Separate from course fees
- Non-refundable
- Subject to change
Failure to pay applicable charges may result in:
- Withholding of the certificate
- Restricted access to exams or course completion
3. No Job Guarantee / Placement Disclaimer
- Zen Institute does NOT guarantee jobs, internships, income, or placement under any circumstances.
We provide placement assistance only, which may include:
- Resume building
- Interview preparation
- Job referrals or guidance
- Any statement such as “100% placement support” refers strictly to support services and not job assurance.
Employment outcomes depend entirely on:
- Student’s performance
- Skills and effort
- Market conditions
- External factors beyond institute control
- Zen Institute shall not be held liable for failure to secure employment or income.
4. Course Access & Certification
- Course access is limited to the duration defined at enrollment.
Certification will be issued only if the student:
- Meets attendance requirements
- Completes assignments/projects
- Clears evaluations
- Zen Institute reserves the right to deny certification if standards are not met.
- Certification is not a guarantee of employment or industry recognition.
5. Code of Conduct
- Students must maintain professional behavior and discipline.
The following actions may result in immediate termination without refund:
- Misconduct or disrespect
- Disruption of classes
- Harassment
- Cheating or plagiarism
- Zen Institute reserves the right to remove any student without obligation to provide justification.
6. Intellectual Property Rights
- All materials (videos, content, systems, templates, strategies) are the exclusive property of Zen Institute.
Strictly prohibited:
- Sharing login credentials
- Recording or distributing content
- Reproducing or reselling materials
Violations may result in:
- Immediate termination
- Legal action
- Financial penalties
7. Refund & Cancellation Policy
- Fees are non-refundable by default.
Any exception will be:
- At the sole discretion of Zen Institute
- Subject to deductions (admin, sessions attended, materials)
If the Zen Institute cancels a course:
- The student may opt for a full refund OR a course transfer
8. Limitation of Liability
Zen Institute shall not be liable for:
- Job outcomes, salaries, or career results
- Business or income generation
- Any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
- All decisions taken based on course content are at the student’s own risk.
9. Marketing & Representation Disclaimer
- Any testimonials, case studies, or success stories are illustrative only.
- They do not guarantee similar results.
- Students are advised not to rely on such representations as promises.
10. Attendance & Participation
- Students are responsible for attending sessions regularly.
- Missed sessions may not be repeated or compensated.
- Batch transfers are not guaranteed and subject to availability.
11. Privacy & Communication
- Student data will be handled with reasonable confidentiality.
By enrolling, the student agrees to receive:
- Calls, WhatsApp messages, emails
- Promotional and informational communication
- Zen Institute may use student feedback/testimonials for marketing purposes, unless denied in writing.
12. Force Majeure
Zen Institute shall not be held responsible for delays or failure in performance due to:
- Natural disasters
- Government restrictions
- Technical failures
- Any events beyond reasonable control
13. Governing Law & Jurisdiction
- These Terms shall be governed by the laws of India.
Any disputes shall fall under the jurisdiction of courts in:
- Udupi, Karnataka
- Mangalore, Karnataka
- Zen Institute reserves the right to initiate proceedings in either location.
14. Amendments
- Zen Institute reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time without prior notice.
- Continued enrollment or participation implies acceptance of updated terms.
15. Final Acknowledgment
By enrolling, the student confirms that:
- They have read, understood, and accepted all Terms & Conditions
They clearly understand:
- No job or income guarantee is provided
- Additional charges may apply
- They take full responsibility for their learning, performance, and outcomes