Last Updated: July 2026

Welcome to MSSW, an initiative of Madras School of Social Work ("MSSW," "we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using our website, enrolling in our programs, or availing any of our services, you agree to be bound by the following Terms and Conditions. Please read them carefully.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing this website or using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to comply with these Terms and Conditions, along with our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please discontinue use of our website and services immediately.

2. Use of Website

• The content on this website is provided for informational and educational purposes only.
• You agree to use the website lawfully and not to engage in any activity that may harm, disrupt, or interfere with the website's functionality or security.
• Unauthorized use of this website may give rise to a claim for damages and/or be a criminal offense.
• You must not reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, or exploit any portion of the website without express written permission from MSSW.

3. Intellectual Property

• All content on this website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, videos, course materials, and software, is the intellectual property of Madras School of Social Work or its licensors.
• The MSSW name, logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of MSSW. You may not use such marks without prior written permission.
• Any unauthorized use of the intellectual property may result in legal action.

4. Programs and Services

• Program details, fees, schedules, and curriculum are subject to change at the discretion of MSSW without prior notice.
• Admission to any program is subject to meeting eligibility criteria and successful completion of the admission process.
• MSSW reserves the right to cancel, postpone, or modify any program, event, or service at any time.
• Certificates, degrees, or diplomas will be awarded only upon successful completion of the prescribed academic requirements.

5. Fees and Payments

• All fees must be paid as per the schedule communicated at the time of admission or enrollment.
• Fees once paid are generally non-refundable except as specified in our Refund and Cancellation Policy.
• MSSW reserves the right to revise fee structures for future academic sessions.
• Late payment of fees may attract penalties or result in cancellation of enrollment.

6. User Conduct

When using our website or participating in our programs, you agree not to:

• Post or transmit any unlawful, threatening, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable content.
• Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity.
• Upload or distribute viruses, malware, or any other harmful software.
• Collect or harvest personal data of other users without consent.
• Engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone's use or enjoyment of the website.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by MSSW. We do not endorse or assume any responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. Accessing such links is at your own risk.

8. Limitation of Liability

• MSSW shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with your use of the website or services.
• We do not guarantee that the website will be available at all times or free from errors, viruses, or other harmful components.
• MSSW shall not be responsible for any loss or damage caused by events beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, technical failures, or government actions.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Madras School of Social Work, its trustees, faculty, staff, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising out of or in any way connected with your access to or use of the website or services, or your violation of these Terms and Conditions.

10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any disputes arising under or in connection with these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

11. Changes to Terms

MSSW reserves the right to modify or update these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. Continued use of the website or services after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:

Madras School of Social Work
32, Casa Major Road, Egmore,
Chennai – 600 008, Tamil Nadu, India
Email: principal@mssw.in
Phone: 044 28194566