Terms & Conditions

By accessing, browsing, or using the Bajaj Auto Foundation (“BAF,” “we,” “our,” “us”) website, online platforms, or related services (collectively, the “Site”), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions (the “Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the Site and should discontinue use immediately.

You represent and warrant that you (a) are at least the age of 18; and (b) have the authority to accept these Terms on your own behalf or on behalf of the entity you represent, as applicable. See Clause 3 (Eligibility & User Accounts).

We may update or modify these Terms from time to time as set out in Clause 16 (Changes to Terms). Your continued use of the Site after the Effective Date of any updated Terms constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

Certain areas of the Site, program portals, or specific initiatives may be subject to additional or supplemental terms (“Supplemental Terms”). Where Supplemental Terms apply, they will be presented to you, and your use of the relevant features constitutes acceptance of those Supplemental Terms. In the event of any inconsistency, the Supplemental Terms will prevail with respect to their subject matter.

By using the Site, you consent to receive communications from us electronically (e.g., via email, on-site notices, or postings). You agree that all agreements, notices, disclosures, and other communications that we provide electronically satisfy any legal requirement that such communications be in writing.

These Terms apply to your access to and use of the main Bajaj Auto Foundation website as well as all Sites, portals, microsites, applications, programme systems, and other digital platforms developed, operated, or managed by or on behalf of BAF (“BAF Platforms”), unless expressly stated otherwise in any applicable Supplemental Terms. Your use of any BAF Platform constitutes acceptance of these Terms.

Means Bajaj Auto Foundation, its authorised representatives, officers, employees, , service providers, and any entity acting on its behalf in relation to the Site or any BAF Platform.

Means all trademarks, service marks, trade names, logos, insignia, programme names, domain names, and other brand identifiers owned by BAF or used by BAF under valid authorisation.

Means any website, application, portal, microsite, mobile application, digital service, or online programme interface that is developed, operated, managed, or maintained by BAF, either directly or through its authorised service providers, including programme-specific portals, beneficiary application systems, partner dashboards, learning portals, and other digital properties forming part of BAF’s CSR and programme ecosystem.

BAF Platforms are not considered “Third-Party Sites”.

Means all text, graphics, photographs, videos, interfaces, software, code, databases, compilation materials, layouts, designs, documents, programme descriptions, and other information or materials provided through the Site or any BAF Platform, regardless of format, whether owned by BAF or licensed to it.

Means any event or circumstance beyond BAF’s reasonable control, including natural disasters, acts of God, pandemics, epidemics, war, civil unrest, strikes, labour disputes, internet outages, power failures, system failures, cyber-attacks, governmental actions, or any similar event that materially affects BAF’s ability to operate the Site or provide Services.

Has the meaning assigned to it in the request for consent and notice and applicable law, and includes any personal data submitted or processed via the Site or BAF Platforms.

Means any scholarship, skilling initiative, community development project, CSR intervention, outreach activity, training, beneficiary-facing service, or other initiative offered, administered, supported, or facilitated by BAF, either directly or through its partners or implementing agencies, whether delivered online, offline, or through any BAF Platform.

Means all functionality, Content, tools, resources, programme interfaces, programme application systems, communications, and features made available through the Site or any BAF Platform, including CSR-related initiatives, scholarships, skilling programmes, outreach initiatives, partner onboarding, volunteer engagement, and any other online or digital activity facilitated by BAF.

Means the primary Bajaj Auto Foundation website located at the domain(s) designated by BAF, together with all BAF Platforms, subdomains, integrated programme portals, digital forms, online interfaces, and Services made available by or on behalf of BAF through online means, unless expressly stated otherwise in Supplemental Terms.

Means any information, content, documents, data, materials, feedback, or communications submitted, uploaded, transmitted, or otherwise provided by a User through the Site or any BAF Platform, including programme applications, forms, feedback, documents, queries, and related materials.

Means additional terms and conditions that apply to specific programmes, portals, features, or Services, and that supplement or modify these Terms for the limited purpose specified therein.

Means websites, applications, platforms, or digital properties that are not owned, controlled, managed, or operated by BAF, but which may be accessed via links, integrations, redirects, or embedded content available through the Site. Third-Party Sites do not include BAF Platforms.

Means any individual or entity accessing, browsing, or using the Site or any Service, including visitors, beneficiaries, applicants, partners, implementers, volunteers, vendors, and representatives of organisations interacting with BAF through the Site.

The Site is intended for individuals who are of the age of legal majority i.e., 18 years and above, and who have the authority to enter into binding agreements. By using the Site, you represent and warrant that you meet these requirements.

Where accounts or portal access are enabled, you must provide accurate, current, and complete information; keep usernames, passwords, and other credentials confidential; and are responsible for all activity under your account.

We may refuse, suspend, or terminate access where eligibility is not met, information is inaccurate or misleading, your use poses a risk to users, systems, or programmes, or where required by law (see Clause 12 – Termination).

Accounts are personal to you and may not be sold, assigned, or otherwise transferred without our prior written consent.

Subject to these Terms, you may access and use the Site and Content solely for personal, informational, and non-commercial purposes.

Except as expressly permitted in writing by BAF, you may not use automated means (e.g., bots, scrapers) to access or interact with the Site, nor systematically extract, aggregate, or train models on the Content.

All rights not expressly granted are reserved. This Clause 4 operates together with Clause 5 (Website Content and Use) and Clause 9 (Prohibited Conduct).

All Content made available on or through BAF Platforms or the Site is owned by, controlled by, or licensed to BAF and is protected by applicable intellectual property, and other laws.

Subject to your continued compliance with these Terms, BAF grants you a limited, revocable, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable license to access and use the Site and BAF Platforms, and view the Content solely for personal, informational, and non-commercial purposes. Any use of the Site or Content beyond this limited license is strictly prohibited.

Except as expressly permitted by these Terms or in writing by BAF, you may not: (a) copy, modify, adapt, translate, create derivative works from, republish, or distribute the Content; (b) publicly display, perform, or transmit the Content; or (c) use the Content for any commercial purpose or for the benefit of any third party. All rights not expressly granted are reserved.

BAF Marks displayed on the BAF Platforms, and the Site are the exclusive property of BAF or are used under valid license or authorization. All other trademarks or logos appearing on the BAF Platforms and the Site remain the property of their respective owners.

Nothing contained on the BAF Platforms and the Site shall be interpreted as granting, whether by implication, estoppel, or otherwise, any license or right to use any BAF Marks or third-party marks displayed on the BAF Platforms and the Site without the prior written permission of the respective rights holder.

You may not, directly or indirectly:

• reproduce, display, publish, distribute, or transmit any BAF Marks;
• modify or create derivative works based on any mark or branding;
• use any mark in a manner that could mislead, confuse, or imply association, sponsorship, approval, or endorsement by BAF; or
• use any mark in connection with unlawful, misleading, defamatory, harmful, or unauthorized activities.

BAF takes the protection of its intellectual property seriously. Any unauthorized use of BAF Marks or other proprietary materials may constitute a violation of applicable trademark, copyright, or other intellectual property laws and may result in civil or criminal liability.

If you become aware of any misuse of BAF Marks or copyrighted materials, you are encouraged to notify us using the contact details provided in the Clause 18 (Contact).

Where the Site allows submissions (e.g., forms, feedback, or applications), you grant BAF a perpetual, irrevocable, sublicensable, transferable, exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free licence to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish and distribute such submissions for reviewing, administering, and improving BAF’s Programmes and Services, subject to the applicable laws.

You represent that you have all necessary rights in your submissions and that they do not infringe any third-party rights or violate applicable law.

Unless expressly agreed in writing, your submissions are not confidential. Do not submit personal data beyond what is requested or required for the relevant programme. Any processing of personal data is undertaken in accordance with applicable law and any request for consent and notice.

The BAF Platforms and the Site may contain links to, or integrations with, Third-Party Sites. These links are provided solely for your convenience, reference, or informational use.

For the avoidance of doubt, certain websites, portals, microsites, mobile applications, programme-specific digital systems, or other online platforms may be developed, operated, managed, or maintained by BAF or on its behalf through BAF Platforms, as defined in Clause 2 (Definitions). Unless expressly designated otherwise:

• BAF Platforms form part of the “Site” and are governed by these Terms.
• These Terms apply equally to all BAF Platforms, in addition to any programme-specific or platform-specific Supplemental Terms that may apply.
• Supplemental Terms may apply to specific programme portals, digital systems, or Services delivered through BAF Platforms.
• BAF Platforms are not “Third-Party Sites” for the purposes of this Clause or these Terms, and nothing in this Clause shall be interpreted to classify or treat any BAF Platform as an external or unaffiliated service.

We do not control, endorse, recommend, or make any representations regarding the content, accuracy, policies, practices, products, services, or availability of any Third-Party Sites. The inclusion of a link does not imply any association, sponsorship, or endorsement by BAF.

Accessing or interacting with Third-Party Sites is done entirely at your own risk. You are solely responsible for reviewing and complying with the terms, conditions, and privacy policies applicable to such Third-Party Sites.

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, BAF disclaims any responsibility or liability for:

• the content, products, services, or practices of any Third-Party Sites;
• any loss, damage, security breach, or harm arising from your use of or reliance on Third-Party Sites;
• any personal data you choose to provide directly to third parties.

You acknowledge and agree that it is your obligation to exercise caution and good judgment when accessing Third-Party Sites, particularly where you provide personal data, make financial transactions, or engage with external programs or services.

The Site, BAF Platforms, and Content are provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis and at your sole risk.

To the maximum extent permitted by law, BAF disclaims all warranties, representations, and conditions, whether express, implied, statutory, or otherwise, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, quiet enjoyment, accuracy, and non-infringement.

Without limiting the foregoing, BAF does not warrant that: (a) the Site or the BAF Platform will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free; (b) defects will be corrected; (c) the Site, BAF Platform or servers are free of viruses or harmful components; or (d) the Content is complete, accurate, or fit for your intended purpose.

The above exclusions apply to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law (see Clause 14).

While BAF endeavours to provide accurate and current information, Content may be updated, corrected, or withdrawn at any time.

Access to the Site or BAF Platforms may be interrupted, suspended, or limited for maintenance, upgrades, or events beyond our reasonable control.

We may modify, update, suspend, or discontinue the Site or BAF Platforms (in whole or part) at any time without prior notice.

It is your responsibility to evaluate the accuracy, completeness, and usefulness of any Content or materials available on the Site or the BAF Platforms. Reliance on such Content is solely at your own risk.

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Site or the BAF Platforms (in whole or part) at any time, with or without notice, including for suspected violation of these Terms, fraud, risk to users/systems/programmes, or where required by law.

Upon termination, your licence to use the Site, the BAF Platforms and Content ceases immediately, and you must stop all use.

Sections intended to survive (including Intellectual Property, Disclaimer of Warranties, Limitation of Liability, Indemnity, Governing Law & Jurisdiction, and Miscellaneous) shall remain in effect after termination/expiry of these Terms. Obligations accrued prior to termination survive.

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless BAF and its officers, employees, representatives, (collectively, the “Indemnified Parties”) from and against any and all claims, demands, actions, proceedings, liabilities, losses, damages, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal and professional fees) arising out of or relating to:

• your access to or use of the Site or the BAF Platforms or any of its features;
• your breach or violation of these Terms or any applicable law;
• your submission of inaccurate, misleading, unlawful, or unauthorized information, including on the Site, the BAF Platforms, in program applications or forms;
• your misuse of the Content, intellectual property, or data;
• your misconduct, fraud, or negligent act in connection with your use of the Site or the BAF Platforms; or
• any claim by a third party arising from your actions or omissions while using the Site or the BAF Platforms.

You agree to fully cooperate with BAF in the defence of any claim subject to this indemnity. BAF reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to assume the exclusive defence and control of any matter for which you are required to indemnify us, in which case you agree to not settle any such claim without BAF’s prior written consent.

Your indemnification obligations under this Section:

• survive termination or expiration of these Terms, and
• apply to all uses of the website, whether past, present, or future.

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, BAF shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, exemplary, or punitive damages, or for any loss of profits, revenues, goodwill, data, or business opportunities, whether incurred directly or indirectly, arising out of or related to your access to or use of the Site or the BAF Platforms, reliance on any Content, or inability to use the BAF Platforms and the Site or any features.

To the extent any liability cannot be excluded under applicable law, BAF’s aggregate liability for all claims shall not exceed INR 10,000 (Rupees Ten Thousand only).

You acknowledge that the disclaimers and limitations of liability in this Section form an essential basis of the bargain between you and BAF and apply to all theories of liability, whether based in contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability, statute, or otherwise, even if BAF has been advised of the possibility of such damages and even if a remedy fails of its essential purpose.

• Nothing in these Terms seeks to exclude or limit liability that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law.

• For disclaimers and limitations relating to third-party websites, content, products, and services, see Clause 8 (Third-Party Links).

Without limiting the foregoing, BAF shall not be liable for any damages resulting from data loss, corruption, security incidents, or service interruptions caused by events beyond our reasonable control, including force-majeure circumstances, internet or hosting outages, or malicious attacks, provided we have implemented reasonable security measures consistent with our obligations.

These Terms, and any access to or use of the BAF Platforms and the Site, shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, without regard to conflict-of-law principles or rules that may cause the laws of any other jurisdiction to apply.

You agree that the courts at Pune, Maharashtra shall have exclusive jurisdiction over all disputes, claims, actions, suits, or proceedings arising out of or relating to:

• these Terms;
• your access to or use of the BAF Platforms and the Site; or
• any Content, services, or interactions related to the BAF Platforms and the Site.

Notwithstanding the above, BAF shall retain the right to seek temporary, interim, or permanent injunctive or equitable relief in any court of competent jurisdiction to protect its intellectual property rights, confidential information, or system integrity.

BAF may revise, update, or modify these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our services, operational needs, legal or regulatory requirements, or for any other valid reason.

When changes are made, we will post the updated Terms on the BAF Platforms and the Site and revise the “Last Updated” date at the top (or within) the document. Posting the revised Terms on the BAF Platforms and the Site shall constitute sufficient notice of the changes. Where required by applicable law or where changes are material, we may provide additional notice (e.g., a notice banner on the BAF Platforms and the Site or an email, if practicable).

Unless otherwise stated, changes become effective upon posting. Your continued access to or use of the BAF Platforms and the Site after the Effective Date of the revised Terms constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of the updated Terms. If you do not agree with the revised Terms, you must stop using the BAF Platforms and the Site.

We encourage you to review the Terms periodically. The most current version of the Terms supersedes all prior versions and governs your use of the BAF Platforms and the Site.

Updates to any Supplemental Terms (applicable to specific program portals or features) will be communicated in a similar manner and will take effect as stated in those Supplemental Terms.

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and BAF regarding the Site and the BAF Platforms and supersede all prior or contemporaneous understandings on the subject matter.

If any provision is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

No waiver of any term shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term. A waiver must be in writing and signed by BAF to be effective.

You may not assign, transfer, or delegate any rights or obligations under these Terms. BAF may assign or transfer these Terms in connection with organisational restructuring or otherwise, without giving notice to you.

BAF shall not be liable for any delay or failure to perform due to events beyond its reasonable control, including acts of God, strikes, labour disputes, power or internet failures, telecommunications or network failures, pandemics, epidemics, acts of government, or malicious attacks.

The parties are independent; nothing creates any partnership, joint venture, employment, or agency relationship.

Headings are provided for convenience only and shall not affect the meaning, construction, or interpretation of these Terms. In the event of any inconsistency or conflict between documents, the following order of precedence shall apply:

• Supplemental Terms (if applicable) for the specific feature, program, or portal;
• These Terms & Conditions; and
• Any FAQs, guidelines, instructions, or other non-contractual materials published on the Site or the BAF Platforms.

To the extent possible, all provisions shall be interpreted to give effect to each document without conflict. Where full harmonization is not possible, the order of precedence above shall govern.

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding these Terms & Conditions or your use of the BAF Platforms and the Site, you may contact us at the email address provided below.

Email: csr@bajajautofoundation.co.in

We will make reasonable efforts to review and respond to communications sent to this address within a reasonable timeframe, subject to operational capacity and legal requirements.