Punjab Institute of Oriental & Indian Languages (PIOIL)

Welcome to the official website of the Punjab Institute of Oriental & Indian Languages (PIOIL). By accessing and using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and all applicable laws and regulations. If you disagree with any part of these terms, please do not use our website.

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of all content, functionality, and services offered on or through the PIOIL website. The Institute reserves the right to modify these terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the website following any changes signifies your acceptance of the revised terms.

2. Intellectual Property Rights

A. Ownership

All content on this website, including texts, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, video clips, digital downloads, data compilations, software, and academic material (e.g., syllabi, official publications, research abstracts), is the property of PIOIL or its content suppliers and is protected by Indian and international copyright and intellectual property laws.

B. Limited License

PIOIL grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the website content solely for personal, non-commercial, academic, or informational purposes.

• You may not reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, or exploit any portion of the website without the express written permission of the Director, PIOIL.
• Academic papers and research materials must be properly cited when used for research, adhering to standard academic referencing styles.

3. Disclaimer of Liability

A. Accuracy and Completeness

The information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only. While PIOIL strives to ensure the information is accurate and current, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the website.

B. Provisional Results

Important: Any academic results (examination grades, merit lists, etc.) published on this website are provisional and for immediate information only. They do not constitute a final, certified statement. Users must refer to the official hard-copy mark sheets issued by the Controller of Examinations for all legal and formal purposes.

C. Technical Errors

PIOIL shall not be held liable for any loss or damage arising from the use of this website, including, but not limited to, direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, or consequential damages resulting from technical errors, website downtime, data loss, or system failures.

4. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to external third-party websites (e.g., UGC, Affiliating University, Partner Institutions). These links are provided solely for your convenience and information. PIOIL has no control over the content, security, or privacy practices of these external sites and assumes no responsibility for them. Accessing any linked third-party website is done at the user’s own risk.

5. User Obligations and Prohibited Activities

Users of the PIOIL website agree not to:

• Use the website for any unlawful purpose.
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the website, the server, or any other systems or networks connected to PIOIL.
• Interfere with the security or proper working of the website or any services provided on or through the website.
• Post or transmit any material that is defamatory, obscene, indecent, or otherwise objectionable.

6. Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any dispute arising out of or relating to the use of this website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in [Specify City/Jurisdiction of PIOIL], Punjab, India.

7. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms of Use, please contact the Institute’s Administration Office: