Terms and Conditions

Last updated on 01 July 2025

Welcome to the official website of the Indian Cancer Genome Atlas (ICGA) Foundation.

These Terms and Conditions govern your use of this website and participation in any services offered through it, including event registration, donations, and general access to content.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to abide by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the website or services.

1. Definitions

  • “We”, “Us”, “Our” refer to ICGA Foundation, Bhageerath, Vetal Chowk, 402E, Senapati Bapat Road, Pune, Maharashtra 411016, India.
  • “You”, “Your”, “User”, “Visitor” refer to any natural or legal person using this website or engaging with our services, including registering for events, donating, or submitting forms.

2. Use of Website

  • Content on this website is for general information and is subject to change without prior notice.
  • Unauthorized use of this website or its content may give rise to a claim for damages or be a criminal offense.
  • You agree not to reproduce, distribute, modify, or exploit any part of the content without express written permission.

3. Event Registration and Participation

These terms apply to all events hosted by ICGA, including the ICGA Annual Meeting:

  • Registration is confirmed only after full payment of the applicable registration fee.
  • All payments must be made in Indian Rupees (₹) through authorized payment methods listed on the event registration page.
  • Bank charges and payment gateway fees are the responsibility of the participant.
  • Registration fees generally include access to scientific sessions, lunch, and tea during the event. Accommodation, travel, and other personal expenses are not included.
  • ICGA reserves the right to modify event details—including format, schedule, speakers, or venue—without prior notice.
  • Registration is non-transferable unless approved in writing by the ICGA Organizing Committee.
  • Participants are expected to maintain professional conduct. ICGA reserves the right to deny access or remove individuals due to misconduct or disruption.
  • In case of event cancellation or postponement by ICGA, registered participants will be notified and refund or credit options will be provided as appropriate.

4. Donations

  • ICGA currently accepts donations only in Indian Rupees (₹) due to the absence of FCRA approval.
  • Donations must be made via approved Indian payment methods (e.g., UPI, NEFT, Indian bank transfers).
  • PAN details are required for issuing 80G tax exemption receipts.
  • All donations are non-refundable.
  • ICGA Foundation uses donations solely for its not-for-profit objectives, including research, capacity-building, outreach and public engagement in cancer genomics.
  • Donors will receive an acknowledgment and 80G certificate via email within a reasonable timeframe.

5. Intellectual Property

  • All intellectual property on this site—including text, graphics, logos, and data—belongs to ICGA Foundation or its content providers.
  • Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution is prohibited and may attract legal action.

6. Data Privacy

  • Personal information collected during registration, donation, or general site use will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
  • ICGA implements appropriate security measures, but users acknowledge that no internet transmission is 100% secure.

7. Limitation of Liability

  • ICGA Foundation will not be liable for any direct or indirect loss or damage arising from the use of this website, participation in events, or donation activity.
  • This includes but is not limited to technical issues, event modifications, or errors in third-party services (e.g., payment gateways).

8. Changes to Terms

  • These Terms may be updated at any time without prior notice.
  • Continued use of the website or services after such updates constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

9. Contact

For any questions, support, or clarifications, please contact:

📧 Email:

  • For events: icga2025@icga.co.in
  • For donations: communications@icga.co.in

📍 Postal Address:

ICGA Foundation

Bhageerath, Vetal Chowk, 402E, Senapati Bapat Road,

Pune, Maharashtra – 411016, India