1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the website cybersecuritytraining.solutions, submitting an enquiry, downloading course materials, or enrolling in any programme offered by CipherNet Eduverse Pvt Ltd (“CipherNet”, “we”, “us”, “our”), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms and Conditions.

If you are enrolling on behalf of a corporate entity, you represent that you have the authority to bind that entity to these Terms, and “you” shall refer to that entity.

If you do not agree to any part of these Terms, please refrain from using our services. CipherNet reserves the right to update these Terms at any time. Continued use of services after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

2. Course Enrolment & Eligibility

Enrolment in a course is confirmed only upon receipt of the full fee or the agreed first instalment, and written confirmation from CipherNet's team.

Eligibility: CipherNet's programmes are open to individuals aged 18 and above. Students below 18 must obtain written parental or guardian consent before enrolment.

Batch Allocation: Students are allocated to a batch based on availability at the time of enrolment. CipherNet reserves the right to consolidate, reschedule, or reassign batches due to operational requirements, with at least 7 days' prior notice.

Prerequisites: Certain programmes may have stated prerequisites (e.g., basic networking knowledge for VAPT). CipherNet's counsellors will advise on readiness before enrolment is confirmed.

Corporate Enrolments: For group or corporate training bookings, a separate Master Service Agreement (MSA) may be required. Contact ciphernetinnovationstech@gmail.com for enterprise pricing and custom curricula.

3. Course Fees, Payments & GST

All fees are quoted in Indian Rupees (INR) and are inclusive of applicable GST (currently 18% for educational services outside CBSE-recognised exemptions).

Accepted Payment Modes: UPI, NEFT/IMPS, RTGS, demand draft, or online payment gateway. Cash payments are accepted only at our registered office.

Instalment Plans: EMI or instalment options may be available for eligible students on request. The complete fee schedule will be stated in the offer letter / enrolment agreement.

Fee Revisions: CipherNet reserves the right to revise course fees for new batches. Enrolled students will not be subject to fee increases mid-course unless material curriculum additions are agreed mutually.

GST Invoice: A valid GST invoice will be issued within 7 working days of fee receipt to students who provide their GSTIN.

4. Attendance, Progress & Certification

Minimum Attendance: Students must maintain a minimum of 75% attendance across all scheduled sessions to be eligible for the Course Completion Certificate.

Make-Up Sessions: Missed sessions may be compensated through recorded session access (where available) or make-up batches, subject to availability and trainer discretion.

Assessment & Projects: Completion of all assigned projects, lab exercises, and assessments is mandatory for certification. Grades are based on project quality, quiz scores, and practical demonstrations.

Certificate Issuance: The CipherNet Course Completion Certificate (ISO 9001:2015 recognised) is issued within 21 working days of course completion, subject to full fee payment and meeting attendance and assessment criteria.

Third-Party Certifications: CipherNet assists with preparation for CompTIA Security+, CEH, CSA (EC-Council), and other industry certifications. However, examination fees for external certification bodies are the student's sole responsibility.

5. Code of Conduct & Ethics

CipherNet trains students in offensive and defensive cybersecurity techniques strictly for ethical, lawful, and professional purposes. By enrolling, you agree to:

• Use all knowledge, tools, and techniques taught exclusively for lawful, authorised, and ethical purposes.
• Not deploy any hacking, penetration testing, or social engineering techniques on systems you do not own or for which you do not have explicit written authorisation.
• Respect the privacy and intellectual property rights of others.
• Not harass, intimidate, or discriminate against fellow students, trainers, or CipherNet staff.
• Not record, reproduce, distribute, or sell course materials without explicit written permission.
• Comply with all applicable laws, including the IT Act, 2000; IT (Amendment) Act, 2008; and the Indian Penal Code.

Violation of this code may result in immediate suspension or permanent removal from the programme without refund, and may be reported to relevant authorities where a criminal offence has been committed.

6. Intellectual Property Rights

All course materials — including slide decks, lab guides, video recordings, code samples, assessment question banks, curriculum documents, branding, and website content — are the exclusive intellectual property of CipherNet Eduverse Pvt Ltd and are protected under the Copyright Act, 1957 and the Trade Marks Act, 1999.

Student Licence: Students are granted a limited, non-transferable, non-exclusive personal licence to access and use materials solely for their own learning during and after the enrolled programme.

Prohibited Uses: You may not copy, reproduce, redistribute, upload to public repositories, publish, sell, sub-license, or use course materials for commercial purposes without prior written consent from CipherNet.

Student Work: Projects, assignments, and capstone work created by students remain the student's intellectual property. However, CipherNet reserves the right to showcase anonymised project outcomes for marketing and educational purposes, unless the student opts out in writing.

7. Placement Assistance

CipherNet offers placement assistance as a value-added service to enrolled students who successfully complete their programme.

Placement support includes: resume review and optimisation, LinkedIn profile enhancement, mock technical and HR interview preparation, referrals to CipherNet's 400+ hiring partners across India, and job portal profile setup.

Important Disclaimers:

• Placement assistance is not a guarantee of employment.
• Final hiring decisions rest solely with the respective employers.
• Placement support is subject to individual student performance, market conditions, and available job openings.
• Placement support is available for up to 12 months after course completion for eligible students.

CipherNet will not be held liable for any loss of income, employment, or opportunity arising from failure to secure employment after training.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable Indian law:

CipherNet's total liability to any student or user in connection with these Terms, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), or otherwise, shall not exceed the total course fee paid by that student for the specific programme in question.

CipherNet is not liable for:

• Indirect, incidental, special, punitive, or consequential damages
• Loss of anticipated employment, income, or profit
• Data loss arising from circumstances beyond our reasonable control
• Service interruptions caused by third-party infrastructure or force majeure events (natural disasters, pandemics, government orders, etc.)
• Actions taken by third parties including but not limited to employers, certification bodies, or placement partners

Nothing in these Terms shall limit or exclude liability for death or personal injury caused by CipherNet's gross negligence, fraud, or fraudulent misrepresentation.

9. Termination & Suspension

CipherNet reserves the right to suspend or terminate a student's enrolment without refund in the following circumstances:

• Breach of the Code of Conduct (Section 5) including unethical use of course knowledge
• Non-payment of agreed fees within the stipulated timeframe
• Persistent disruptive behaviour affecting other students or trainers
• Providing false information during enrolment
• Any act that brings disrepute to CipherNet or its community

Students who voluntarily discontinue their enrolment before completion are not entitled to a refund beyond what is stated in the Refund Policy.

CipherNet may also suspend or discontinue specific programmes with 30 days' prior notice. In such cases, enrolled students will be offered an alternative programme of equivalent value or a proportionate refund.

10. Online & Hybrid Learning Terms

For online and hybrid learning modes:

Platform Access: Students enrolled in online batches access sessions through the designated video conferencing platform (Google Meet / Zoom / Microsoft Teams). Access credentials will be provided upon enrolment confirmation.

Recording Policy: Sessions may be recorded for review purposes and shared exclusively with enrolled students. Students must not re-share, upload, or distribute recordings externally.

Technical Requirements: Students are responsible for ensuring adequate internet connectivity, a working camera and microphone, and a compatible device. CipherNet is not responsible for learning disruptions due to student-side technical issues.

Behaviour in Online Sessions: The same code of conduct applies to virtual classrooms. Disruptive behaviour, inappropriate language, or misuse of screen-sharing features may result in removal from the session or programme.

11. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of India.

Dispute Resolution: In the event of any dispute arising out of or in connection with these Terms, the parties shall first attempt to resolve the matter amicably within 30 days through direct negotiation. If unresolved, the matter shall be referred to binding arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with a sole arbitrator appointed by mutual agreement. The seat of arbitration shall be Hyderabad, Telangana.

Jurisdiction: For matters that proceed to court, the courts of Hyderabad, Telangana shall have exclusive jurisdiction.

12. Contact Information

For queries regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact:

CipherNet Eduverse Pvt Ltd
Email: info@cipherneteduverse.com
Legal / Compliance: ciphernetinnovationstech@gmail.com
Phone: +91 83292 07498
Address: 3rd Floor, Manjeera Trinity Corporate, Trinity Work Hub, Unit 310, JNTU - Hitech City Rd, beside Lulu Mall, KPHB Phase 3, Kukatpally, Hyderabad, Telangana — 500072
Business Hours: Monday – Saturday, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM IST