Privacy Policy

01 Introduction

Nishat Education System ("NES", "we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal information collected through our website at nishatcollege.edu.pk and associated digital channels. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights in relation to it.

02 Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Student name, parent/guardian name, and contact number
• Email address (when provided)
• Program of interest and academic background
• Messages or inquiries submitted through our contact or application forms

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• IP address and browser type
• Pages visited and time spent on the website
• Referring website or source
• Device type and operating system

2.3 Cookies

We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect certain website functionality. Please see our Cookie Policy for full details.

03 How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

• Process admission applications and respond to inquiries
• Contact parents or guardians regarding enrollment, programs, and events
• Send updates about admissions deadlines, fee structures, and school activities
• Improve our website content and user experience
• Comply with applicable laws and regulations in Pakistan
• Protect the security and integrity of our systems

04 Legal Basis for Processing

Under Pakistan's Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act, 2016 (PECA) and applicable laws, we process your personal data on the following grounds:

• Consent: When you voluntarily submit information through our website forms
• Legitimate interest: For the administration of education services and communications
• Legal obligation: When required by applicable Pakistani law or regulatory authority

05 Data Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:

• With educational regulatory bodies (e.g., FBISE, HEC) as required by law
• With trusted service providers who assist in operating our website, under strict confidentiality agreements
• When required by law, court order, or government authority in Pakistan
• With your explicit consent for any other purpose

06 Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. Admission inquiry data is retained for a maximum of two (2) academic years. Enrolled students' records are retained as required by applicable educational regulations in Pakistan.

07 Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Our website uses industry-standard encryption (HTTPS/SSL) for data in transit. However, no data transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

08 Children's Privacy

Our school serves minors (students from Grade 6 onwards). All data for students under the age of 18 must be submitted and consented to by a parent or legal guardian. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors without verified parental consent. If you believe we have inadvertently collected data from a minor without consent, please contact us immediately.

For photo and media consent relating to minors, please refer to our Photo & Media Consent Policy.

09 Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you or your child
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of your data (subject to legal retention obligations)
• Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time
• Lodge a complaint with the relevant authority if your rights have been violated

To exercise these rights, contact us at nishateducationalsystem@gmail.com or call 0307-7675656. We will respond to all requests within 14 working days.

10 Third-Party Links

Our website contains links to third-party platforms including WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those platforms. We encourage you to review their respective privacy policies before providing any personal information.

11 Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of our website following any posted changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

12 Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or to exercise your data rights, please contact: