TERMS AND CONDITIONS: 100% PLACEMENT GUARANTEE SCHEME

These Terms and Conditions (“T&Cs”) govern the 100% Placement Guarantee Scheme (“Scheme”) offered by VLCC Limited (formerly known as VLCC Health Care Limited ) (“VLCC” or “Company”) to students enrolled in designated professional training programs at its training centres across India. By enrolling in an eligible course and opting for this Scheme, the student (“Student”) agrees to be bound by the terms set forth herein:

1. THE SCHEME

• Providing real-time on the job training and skill development thereby making eligible students eligible of being considered for a placement (internship or employment) following successful completion of their designated offline course and such other terms and conditions as may be prescribed. The scheme shall only to be considered as a skill development and facilitation mechanism and not an offer, assurance or contract of employment by VLCC.

2. APPLICABILITY & SCOPE

• 2.1 The Scheme is applicable exclusively to offline, in-centre courses offered at VLCC School of Beauty training institutes .
• 2.2 The Scheme is available only for specific courses notified by VLCC from time to time. A list of such courses shall be available at the time of enrolment.
• 2.3 The scheme is applicable to a student who meets the minimum age criteria of 18 years at the time of enrolment and is legally eligible to work in the country.
• 2.4 The Scheme shall not apply to online, hybrid, self-paced programs or any other programme offered by VLCC by any other name whatsoever.

3. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

• 3.1 To qualify for the 100% Placement Guarantee under this Scheme, the Student must:
  • a. Provide valid documents, including identification, academic records, and any other documents requested by VLCC or the placement partner/3rd party placement company.
  • b. Maintain a minimum of 90% attendance throughout the course duration;
  • c. Obtain a minimum final grade of A+, A, B+, B upon successful evaluation (as per VLCC’s internal grading system, wherein the student shall be required to undergo both theory exam conducted online on the blended learning applications with pre defined MCQ as per the course and practical examination evaluated and assessed by an external assessor);
  • d. Successfully clear all theoretical and practical examinations, including any internal assessments or practical , as may be prescribed by VLCC during the course tenure and no extension shall be provided for completion of the same;
  • e. Adhere to VLCC’s Code of Conduct throughout the duration of the course;
  • f. Adhere to such other terms and conditions as may be stipulated and prescribed by VLCC from time to time.
• 3.2 Students failing to meet any of the above criteria will not be eligible for placement under this Scheme. No exceptions shall be entertained. VLCC reserves the right to independently verify eligibility and to disqualify any Student failing to meet the criteria as per its sole discretion.

4. NATURE AND DURATION OF PLACEMENT

• 4.1 Subject to meeting the eligibility conditions, VLCC shall facilitate placement opportunities for the eligible Students within __6months from the date of successful course completion.
• 4.2 The placement may be offered:
  • a. At VLCC, or
  • b. At any third-party partner salon/brand/company.
• 4.3 The decision regarding placement location, employer, and role shall be at the sole discretion of VLCC, based on availability and business requirements and students shall have no discretion regarding the same.
• 4.4 VLCC does not guarantee placement in any specific city, brand, or position. Students may be placed in any part of India and are expected to relocate at their own cost if required.
• 4.5 Obligation of VLCC under this Scheme shall be limited to facilitating the placement; VLCC shall not be responsible for continued employment, working conditions, or terms of engagement post-placement.
• 4.6 VLCC shall not be liable to pay any travel or accommodation allowance or any other type of charge/expense for facilitating such interview and the same shall be solely borne by the candidate only.
• 4.7 Any full time employment or internship with a pre-placement offer that a student gets in a profile directly related to the course availed for 100% placement guarantee scheme, through own effort or any other medium shall be considered job guarantee fulfilled.
• 4.8 For the purpose of this Scheme, a placement shall be deemed successful upon issuance of an employment or internship offer by the Placement Provider, regardless of subsequent acceptance by the Student.

5. PLACEMENT STRUCTURE AND COMPENSATION

• 5.1 Placements offered under the Scheme shall be in one of the following forms:
  • a. Employment-based.
  • b. Any other nature of placement as may be desirable or deemed appropriate as per the hiring partner.
• 5.2 During the placement tenure, the student shall be entitled to a stipend or salary not less than Rs. 15000 per month (exact amount and nature to be disclosed at the time of placement offer subject to offer details provided by the Placement Provider)
• 5.3 The terms of employment or internship, including duration, compensation, responsibilities, and any benefits, shall be governed solely by the agreement between the student and the placement provider. VLCC shall not be liable for any disputes arising therefrom.

6. STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

• 6.1 At the time of enrolment, the Student must:
  • a. Opt into the Scheme in writing;
  • b. Indicate preferred placement requirements, if any (VLCC shall consider these preferences on a best-effort basis and does not guarantee adherence);
  • c. Agree to be bound by the T&Cs and sign a declaration to this effect.
• 6.2 The Student shall:
  • a. Make sincere and reasonable effort to attend interviews for successful placement processes as directed;
  • b. Accept the placement offers provided if it meets the Scheme’s minimum standards, failing which the student shall be deemed to have voluntarily withdrawn;
  • c. Not reject any reasonable placement opportunity without valid cause;
  • d. Provide timely responses to communications from VLCC or placement partners.
• 6.3 Failure to cooperate in the placement process or unreasonable rejection of offers shall amount to voluntary withdrawal from the Scheme.
• 6.4 The Student shall not engage in any conduct that undermines the integrity of the placement process, including misrepresentation or refusal to appear for scheduled interviews without valid cause.

7. EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS

• 7.1 VLCC does not guarantee permanent employment or employment in a specific brand, location, or salary range.
• 7.2 VLCC shall not be liable for:
  • a. The conduct, practices, or policies of the placement provider;
  • b. Any employment-related disputes between the Student and the Employer;
  • c. Damages, claims, or losses arising post-placement.
• 7.3 VLCC shall not be liable or responsible for students who:
  • a. Fail to meet eligibility criteria;
  • b. Voluntarily withdraw from the Scheme;
  • c. Reject a valid placement offer;
  • d. Are terminated by the employer after placement;
  • e. Are unable or unwilling to relocate or join on the assigned date.
• 7.4 VLCC shall refund the course enrolment fee excluding taxes , administrative fees, and non-refundable charges in the event VLCC fails to facilitate any placement opportunity within the prescribed timeline, despite the Student meeting all eligibility criteria. Such refund shall be subject to internal verification and approval by VLCC.

8. TERMINATION AND DISQUALIFICATION

• 8.1 VLCC reserves the right to disqualify a Student from the Scheme, with or without notice and without any refund on grounds including but not limited to:
  • a. Misconduct or indiscipline;
  • b. Academic dishonesty;
  • c. Non-cooperation or failure to complete the program
  • d. Breach of attendance or exam obligations;
  • e. Submission of false or misleading information;
  • f. Legal non-compliance or criminal activity.
  • g. Failure to pay the course fee prescribed by VLCC within the time period stipulated by VLCC.
  • h. Such other reason(s) as VLCC may deem fit.
• 8.2 Disqualification shall be final and binding and no placement shall be provided in such cases.

9. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

• 9.1 These T&Cs shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India.
• 9.2 Any disputes arising out of or in connection with the Scheme shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts at New Delhi.

10. MISCELLANEOUS

• 10.1 These Terms constitute the entire understanding between VLCC and the Student concerning the Scheme and supersede any prior oral or written representations, understandings, or communications, including marketing materials or verbal assurances by agents or staff.
• 10.2 Nothing in these Terms shall be construed to create any employer-employee, partnership, agency, or joint venture relationship between the Student and VLCC.
• 10.3 No third party shall have any rights under these Terms. These Terms are personal to the Student and are not assignable or transferable.
• 10.4 VLCC shall not be held liable for any delay or failure in performance of its obligations under this Scheme if such delay or failure results from events beyond VLCC’s reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, strikes, lockouts, pandemics, regulatory changes, or disruption of operations.
• 10.5 Failure or delay by VLCC in exercising any right or remedy under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that right or remedy. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative of VLCC.
• 10.6 If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable for any reason, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
• 10.7 These Terms and Conditions have been drafted in English. In case of translation into any other language, the English version shall prevail in the event of conflict or inconsistency.
• 10.8 Any relaxation or benefit granted by VLCC in deviation from these Terms shall be at its sole discretion and shall not constitute a precedent or waiver.
• 10.9 Any notice required to be given under these Terms shall be deemed validly given if sent by registered post or email to the last known address or email ID of the Student.
• 10.10 VLCC reserves the right to amend these Terms and Conditions at any time. The most updated version shall be available at the official VLCC premises or website. Continued participation shall imply acceptance of the revised terms.