Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy applies to the official website of Prafulla Chandra Sen Government Medical College & Hospital (PCSGMCH), Arambagh, Hooghly, West Bengal. It describes how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit this website.
Information We Collect
This is a static informational website. We do not require users to create accounts or submit personal information to browse content. However, we may collect:
- Server log data: IP addresses, browser type, pages visited, and timestamps — collected automatically by the web server for security and analytics purposes
- Contact form data: If you use the contact form, your name, email address and message are transmitted to the college email address
How We Use Information
- To respond to enquiries submitted via the contact form
- To monitor server security and diagnose technical issues
- To improve website content and user experience
Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade or rent personal information to third parties. Server log data may be reviewed by the website administrator or IT cell of the West Bengal Health Department for security audits.
Cookies
This website does not use tracking cookies or advertising cookies. Any session data is used solely for the technical operation of the site.
Links to External Sites
This website may link to external websites (e.g., WBUHS, NMC, government portals). PCSGMCH is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.
Data Retention
Server logs are retained for up to 90 days for security purposes and then deleted. Contact form submissions are retained as email correspondence in accordance with government record-keeping rules.
Your Rights
You may request access to or deletion of any personal data you have provided by contacting us at principalpcsgmch@gmail.com. RTI applicants have rights under the Right to Information Act, 2005 — see our RTI page.
Terms of Use
Permitted Use
Content on this website is published for public information purposes. You may view, download and print pages for personal, non-commercial use provided that copyright notices are retained.
Intellectual Property
All content on this website — including text, photographs, logos, and documents — is the property of PCSGMCH / Government of West Bengal unless otherwise stated. Reproduction for commercial purposes requires prior written permission.
Disclaimer
Information on this website is provided in good faith and is believed to be accurate at the time of publication. PCSGMCH does not accept liability for any inaccuracies or errors. For official and legally binding information, always refer to the original government notifications or contact the college directly.
Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of India and the State of West Bengal. Any disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of courts in Hooghly / Kolkata, West Bengal.
This policy was last updated in June 2025.