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The scope, limits and conditions that apply to the information published on the ODLC website.

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1. General Disclaimer

The information published on the official website of the Open and Distance Learning Council (ODLC) is provided for general informational, academic, institutional, and administrative purposes.

While ODLC makes reasonable efforts to maintain accurate and updated information, programme details, eligibility requirements, fees, academic regulations, policies, schedules, and other information may be revised from time to time.

Users are advised to refer to the latest information, notifications, policies, and official communications published by ODLC before making any academic, financial, or institutional decision.

2. Institutional Status

ODLC is an autonomous educational institution legally constituted under applicable Indian law.

ODLC is not a statutory university, government board, or regulatory authority. The status, scope, and authority of ODLC should not be represented otherwise. ODLC

Any statement suggesting that ODLC is itself a government department, statutory university, or regulatory authority shall not be considered an official representation of ODLC.

3. Recognition and Acceptance of Qualifications

The recognition, equivalency, admission eligibility, employment acceptance, licensing, recruitment eligibility, or other use of an ODLC qualification may depend upon the specific requirements and policies of the concerned:

  • University or educational institution
  • Government department
  • Employer or recruiting organisation
  • Professional or licensing authority
  • Examination or recruitment body
  • Credential evaluation agency
  • Other competent authority

Accordingly, learners should independently verify the applicable requirements with the organisation or authority where they intend to use their qualification.

ODLC states that final recognition or acceptance is determined by the receiving institution, employer, government department, or other relevant authority according to its applicable rules and policies. ODLC

4. Programme Information

Programme descriptions, eligibility criteria, duration, curriculum, subjects, assessment procedures, examination requirements, fees, certification procedures, and other academic information displayed on the website are subject to applicable ODLC policies and may be updated or modified.

Learners should review the latest programme-specific information before applying or enrolling.

5. Fees and Payments

All fees displayed on the website are subject to the applicable ODLC fee structure and policies.

ODLC reserves the right to revise, modify, or withdraw fee components in accordance with its institutional policies or applicable directives. Payments must be made only through officially designated channels. Fees once paid are stated by ODLC to be non-refundable, non-transferable, and non-adjustable, subject to the applicable fee policy. ODLC

6. Website Accuracy

ODLC endeavours to maintain accurate, reliable, and current information on its website. However, ODLC does not warrant that every item of information will always be complete, current, error-free, or available without interruption.

Users should not rely solely on website information where a formal decision, approval, eligibility determination, or official confirmation is required.

7. External Links and Third-Party Information

The ODLC website may contain links, references, or information relating to external organisations, government bodies, educational institutions, employers, regulatory authorities, service providers, or other third parties.

Such references are provided for informational or facilitation purposes.

ODLC does not necessarily control or endorse the content, policies, availability, services, or representations of external websites or third parties unless expressly stated. Users should independently verify information obtained from external sources.

8. Institutional Partners and Learning Centres

ODLC may operate through institutional, academic, regional, or learning-centre arrangements under its applicable governance and approval framework.

An institution or centre must not make unauthorised claims regarding government recognition, equivalency, affiliation, franchise status, employment guarantees, or other institutional authority. ODLC’s published framework specifically requires institutions to avoid such misrepresentation. ODLC

9. Employment and Career Outcomes

Participation in an ODLC programme, membership, certification, training, or institutional activity does not by itself guarantee:

  • Employment
  • Government employment
  • Admission to a particular institution
  • Promotion or salary increase
  • Professional licensing
  • Recruitment selection
  • Internship or placement
  • Any specific career outcome

Employment and recruitment decisions remain subject to the eligibility criteria and selection procedures of the relevant employer or authority.

10. Academic and Institutional Changes

ODLC reserves the right to make changes to its academic programmes, curriculum, assessment systems, examination procedures, certification processes, institutional structures, fees, schedules, policies, and other operational matters in accordance with applicable institutional requirements.

The latest official notification or policy shall prevail where changes are formally communicated.

11. Digital Information and Verification

ODLC uses digitally supported systems for academic records, certificates, verification, and related services.

Users are responsible for providing accurate information and protecting their login credentials and personal access information.

Any suspected misuse, unauthorised representation, or fraudulent use of ODLC records or credentials should be reported through official ODLC channels.

12. No Unauthorised Representation

No individual, employee, learner, centre, partner, agent, representative, or third party is authorised to make representations on behalf of ODLC beyond the authority formally granted to them.

Unauthorised claims concerning recognition, affiliation, certification, employment, government status, equivalency, or guaranteed outcomes should not be treated as official ODLC commitments.

13. Limitation of Responsibility

ODLC shall not be responsible for decisions taken by users solely on the basis of information obtained from unofficial sources, third-party websites, unauthorised representatives, or outdated information.

Users are responsible for verifying requirements applicable to their specific circumstances before relying upon any qualification, programme, service, or institutional information.

14. Updates to This Disclaimer

ODLC may update, modify, or revise this Disclaimer whenever necessary to reflect changes in institutional policies, academic requirements, applicable regulations, website functionality, or operational practices.

The updated version published on the official ODLC website shall supersede previous versions.

Contact Information

For official clarification regarding information published on the ODLC website, users may contact:

Open and Distance Learning Council (ODLC)

Email: support@odlc.ac.in

Phone: +91 011-49402533

Mobile: +91 9211225458

Administrative Office:

15th Floor, Eros Corporate Tower,
Nehru Place, New Delhi – 110019, India

Office Hours:
Monday–Saturday, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM

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