Terms & Conditions of Participation

Part I — Definitions and Interpretation

Definitions

In these Terms, unless the context otherwise requires:

• (a) 'Olympiad' / 'SIO' — the Superhero International Olympiad (T20 Cricket Fan Fever Edition) conducted by Singhans Private Limited.
• (b) 'Participant' — the student (Class 1–12) registered for the Olympiad.
• (c) 'Registrant' — the Parent/Guardian completing registration on behalf of the Participant.
• (d) 'Olympiad Fee' — ₹399 + Applicable Charges for the chosen plan (Full Match or Individual Subject). All fees are strictly non-refundable.
• (d1) 'AI Dashboard Add-on Fee' — ₹599 + Applicable Charges for optional access to the 8 AI Zones till Nov 2026. Non-refundable under any circumstances.
• (e) 'The Toss' — Stage 1 of the Olympiad (Registration & Enrollment period: Jun–Aug 2026).
• (e1) 'Power Play' — Stage 2 (AI Preparation period: Jun–Aug 2026).
• (e2) 'Practice Match' — Stage 3, the first online examination round conducted in September 2026, available to all registered Participants.
• (f) 'The Qualifier' — Stage 4, the advanced proctored examination round conducted in October 2026, open exclusively to 'Full Match' Participants.
• (f2) 'The Final / Mega Fest' — Stage 5, the prize distribution and live mega event conducted in November 2026. May be subject to a participation/event fee at the Company's sole discretion.
• (g) 'Scholarship' — an educational benefit up to a total aggregate of ₹2,00,00,000 (₹2 Crore+) offered under programs by Singhans Private Limited and its associated entities.
• (h) 'Prize' — any cash reward from the ₹10,00,000+ (₹10 Lakh+) pool, T20 match tickets, Disneyland trip opportunities, or other benefits awarded at the Company's sole discretion.
• (i) 'Cricketer / Celebrity Meet' — an opportunity to attend the Mega Fest in the presence of T20 Cricketers/Celebrities, subject to availability and Company's discretion.
• (j) 'Platform' — the online examination, AI dashboard, and registration portal operated by or on behalf of the Company.
• (k) 'Company' — Singhans Private Limited (CIN: U85410PB2025PTC063417) and all its subsidiaries, associates, group companies, and affiliates.
• (l) 'Intellectual Property' — all trademarks, logos, names, copyrights, designs, and proprietary material owned by Singhans Private Limited.
• (m) 'Data' — all personal information provided during registration and data generated through Platform use.
• (n) 'Force Majeure Event' — any event beyond the Company's reasonable control.
• (o) 'Jurisdiction' — courts and tribunals of Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar (Mohali), Punjab, India.

Part II — Eligibility and Registration

Eligibility Criteria

Open to students enrolled in Classes 1–12 in any recognized school in India or abroad. The Company reserves the sole right to determine eligibility and may disqualify any Participant at any stage without assigning reasons.

Registration Process

Registration must be completed through the Company's official online portal. The Registrant warrants all information is true, accurate, complete, and current. The Company bears no liability for errors or misrepresentations during registration.

• Registration is complete only upon full payment and system generation of a confirmation number.
• The Company may accept or reject any registration at its sole discretion without assigning reasons.
• A single registration is valid for one specific Participant for one specific Olympiad/subject. Registrations are non-transferable.
• The Company is not responsible for incomplete registrations due to network failures, payment gateway errors, or technical outages at the Registrant's end.

Registration Fee — Strict Non-Refundability

Accuracy of Registration Information

The Registrant is solely responsible for accurate details including name, class, school, contact, and subject selection. The Company is not liable for issues arising from incorrect information. Correction requests post-registration are subject to the Company's sole discretion.

Part III — Olympiad Structure and Examination Conduct

5-Stage T20 Olympiad Structure

Practice Match & Qualifier — Schedule and Conduct

The Practice Match is scheduled for September 2026, and The Qualifier for October 2026. Both are conducted online. The Company reserves the absolute right to change, postpone, reschedule, cancel, or modify the examination date, time, or format without prior notice and without obligation to compensate or refund.

• Participants have no right to demand a change of date, time, or slot.
• If rescheduled, Participants will be notified through registered contact details; non-delivery beyond the Company's control creates no liability.
• Missing any round for any reason does not entitle the Registrant to a refund or re-examination.

Examination Format

The Olympiad is conducted online through the designated Platform as a Computer-Based Test (CBT). Format, duration, question types (20 MCQs per subject typically), marking scheme, and negative marking are as published on the Platform and may be changed without prior notice.

Technical Requirements and Responsibility

Examination Integrity and Anti-Cheating Policy

Any cheating, impersonation, or malpractice results in immediate disqualification. The Company's determination of malpractice is final. AI-based monitoring and proctoring tools may be used.

• (a) No external aids, books, notes, or unauthorized devices are permitted.
• (b) The Participant must not receive assistance from any person during the examination.
• (c) Impersonation is prohibited and may attract legal action.
• (d) The Company may invalidate results and pursue legal action in cases of proven fraud.

Proctoring and Monitoring

By registering, the Participant and Registrant expressly consent to online proctoring, webcam monitoring, screen recording, and any other surveillance measures during the examination. Such data may be stored and used for examination integrity purposes.

AI Dashboard Add-on Provisions

If the Registrant opts for the AI Dashboard (+₹599), access is granted till November 2026. The AI Tutor (Mahi), Study Material, Practice Hub, and other zones are provided "as is" and rely on third-party AI APIs (e.g., Google Gemini). The Company does not guarantee 100% uninterrupted uptime of the AI Dashboard and is not liable for AI-generated content or hallucinations. The AI Dashboard fee is strictly non-refundable.

Part IV — Results, Rankings, and Progression

Result Declaration

Results for the Practice Match shall be declared post-September 2026, and for The Qualifier post-October 2026. The timeline may change without notice. Results are published on the Company's official website and/or communicated to registered contacts. The Company is not responsible for non-receipt due to incorrect contact details or spam filters.

Evaluation and Percentile-Based Ranking

Rankings are determined by a percentile-based system, marks obtained, or any other method the Company deems appropriate. The Company's decision on evaluation methodology is final and binding.

Progression to The Qualifier & Final

Only 'Full Match' Participants are eligible for The Qualifier. Single-subject Participants cannot progress beyond the Practice Match.

• (a) Cut-off score, number of qualifiers, and all related decisions are at the Company's sole discretion.
• (b) Qualification does not guarantee any award, scholarship, prize, or certificate.
• (c) The Company may modify structure, format, venue, schedule, and fee at any time.

Finality of Results

All results, rankings, scores, cut-offs, and decisions announced by the Company at any round are final, conclusive, and binding. No appeals, representations, objections, or requests for re-evaluation shall be entertained after results are declared, except at the Company's sole discretion.

Medals and Certificates

Official digital participation certificates may be awarded to all eligible Participants who appear in the exam. Merit-based medals, awards, and All India Ranks (AIR) are exclusively for Full Match Qualifier Round Rank Holders. The categories, thresholds, and form of recognition are decided entirely by the Company, which reserves the right to modify, substitute, or withdraw any award without notice.

Part V — Scholarship and Prizes

Eligibility for Benefits — Full Match Qualifier Rank Holders Only

Scholarship — Nature and Scope

'Scholarship' refers exclusively to an educational benefit or credit applicable towards programs offered by Singhans Private Limited and its associated entities (including Superhero Classes and Superhero Future Schools).

• (a) The Scholarship is not a cash award or monetary payment redeemable outside the Company's ecosystem.
• (b) The total value of up to ₹2,00,00,000 (₹2 Crore+) is an aggregate indicative figure across all awardees and is not guaranteed to any single Participant.
• (c) The specific scholarship amount for any individual is determined at the Company's sole discretion.
• (d) Scholarship benefits are subject to the terms of respective programs and may carry additional conditions, validity periods, and restrictions.
• (e) The Company may modify, suspend, or discontinue the scholarship program at any time without notice.

Cash Prizes — Discretionary and Variable

The Company may award cash prizes from the ₹10,00,000+ (₹10 Lakh+) pool at its sole and absolute discretion. 'Up to ₹10 Lakh+' is the maximum possible prize and does not guarantee any specific amount.

• (a) Number of prizes, amounts, categories, and distribution methodology are determined entirely by the Company.
• (b) The Company's decision on prize allocation is final and no challenge shall be entertained.
• (c) All tax liability on prizes is borne exclusively by the Participant/Registrant.
• (d) The Company may award prizes as vouchers, credits, or in kind rather than cash.

Disneyland Trip & T20 Match Tickets

Select Rank Holders may be given opportunities to win T20 Cricket Match Tickets or a trip to Disneyland. These are subject to availability, operational feasibility, and the Company's sole discretion. The Company is not liable if external factors (visas, travel restrictions, event cancellations) prevent the fulfillment of these prizes. The Company may substitute these prizes with items of equivalent or different value without notice.

Cricketer / Celebrity Meet Opportunity

Certain Rank Holders may be given the opportunity to meet T20 Cricketers/Celebrities at the Mega Fest. This is subject to availability. 'Cricketer/Celebrity' means any mascot, costumed character, or personality associated with the Superhero Olympiad brand as determined by the Company. No specific Cricketer/Celebrity is guaranteed; the Company may substitute without notice.

Part VI — Event Logistics

Mega Fest — Venue, Fee, and Logistics

The Final (Mega Fest) is conducted at a venue, date, and time determined entirely by the Company in November 2026. The Company may change or relocate the venue at any time.

• (a) Participation may be subject to a fee, communicated at the appropriate time. Such fee is non-refundable.
• (b) Travel, accommodation, and all personal expenses are borne exclusively by the Participant/Registrant.
• (c) The Company is not liable for inconvenience due to venue, date, or format changes.
• (d) Failure to attend results in forfeiture of prizes, awards, or benefits with no right to compensation.

Event Cancellation, Postponement, or Modification

The Company reserves the absolute right to cancel, postpone, reschedule, or modify any round or event at any time and for any reason. No refund or compensation whatsoever shall be payable in such cases.

Photography and Videography

By registering, the Participant and Registrant grant the Company an irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide license to use photographs, videos, and recordings of the Participant at any associated event for promotional, commercial, or any other purpose, without further consent or compensation.

Part VII — Data Privacy and Intellectual Property

Collection and Use of Personal Data

By registering, the Registrant expressly consents to the Company collecting, storing, processing, and using all personal data including name, age, class, school, address, photograph, contact details, and examination performance data.

• (a) Data may be used for: conducting the Olympiad, communicating with Participants, marketing, improving services, and sharing with group companies and associates.
• (b) Data may be shared with subsidiaries, affiliates, partners, educational institutions, and third-party service providers (e.g., Google Cloud for AI services).
• (c) The Participant's name, photograph, school, performance, and testimonials may be used in promotional materials without further consent or compensation.
• (d) Data may be retained for as long as the Company deems necessary.
• (e) The Registrant confirms they have obtained all necessary consents for providing the minor Participant's data under applicable law.

Intellectual Property Rights

All intellectual property associated with SIO — including the name 'Superhero International Olympiad', logos, mascots, question papers, certificates, website, and all related materials — is the exclusive property of Singhans Private Limited.

• (a) No Participant or third party may reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from any Company intellectual property without prior written consent.
• (b) Question papers and examination content are confidential. Reproducing or sharing examination questions in any medium is strictly prohibited and may attract legal action and disqualification.

Part VIII — Liability, Indemnity, and Warranties

Limitation of Liability

Disclaimer of Warranties

The Olympiad and all associated services (including the AI Dashboard) are provided on an 'as is' and 'as available' basis. The Company makes no warranties regarding uninterrupted or error-free Platform operation, accuracy of results, or availability of prizes or scholarships.

Indemnification

The Registrant and Participant agree to indemnify and hold harmless Singhans Private Limited and its directors, officers, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or liabilities arising out of: (a) violation of these Terms; (b) any fraudulent or misleading information provided during registration; (c) any act or omission of the Participant during the examination.

No Guarantee of Any Outcome

Registration and participation does not guarantee qualification to any subsequent round, or any prize, scholarship, medal, or certificate. All outcomes are subject to the Participant's performance and the Company's evaluation and decision.

Part IX — Company's Absolute Discretion

Company's Rights and Decisions

The Company reserves the absolute right to:

• Finality of Decision (32): The Company's decision is final and binding on all matters — eligibility, registration, examination, evaluation, results, rankings, prizes, scholarships, and interpretation of these Terms. No appeal or legal challenge is maintainable except as expressly permitted by law.
• Right to Modify Terms (33): The Company may add, modify, amend, or delete any provision of these Terms at any time without notice. Continued participation after any modification constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
• Right to Disqualify (34): The Company may disqualify any Participant at any stage without notice for any reason, including breach of Terms, malpractice, false information, or inappropriate conduct. Disqualification does not entitle the Registrant to a refund.
• Right to Modify the Olympiad (35): The Company may modify the structure, format, subjects, syllabus, scoring, number of rounds, prizes, venue, and schedule at any time without notice or obligation to compensate.
• No Obligation to Conduct (36): Registration and payment does not obligate the Company to conduct the Olympiad on any specific date or at all. If the Olympiad is cancelled in its entirety, the Company's liability is limited to refunding the Registration Fee only; no other claim lies against the Company.
• Right to Reject or Cancel Registration (37): The Company may cancel any registration at any time for administrative errors, duplicate registrations, or suspected fraud. The Registration Fee may or may not be refunded at the Company's sole discretion.

Part X — Examination-Specific Provisions

Examination Rules and Provisions

• Syllabus and Difficulty (38): Syllabus and difficulty are published on the Company's official website and may be updated. The Company does not guarantee alignment with any specific school board curriculum.
• Tie-Breaking (39): In the event of a tie, the Company may use any tie-breaking methodology including time taken, performance on specific sections, or any other criterion. The Company's decision is final.
• Answer Key Challenges (40): The Company may or may not publish a provisional answer key. Challenges, if permitted, must be submitted in the manner and timeline specified by the Company. The Company's final decision on any challenge is binding.
• Re-Examination (41): There is no provision for re-examination under any circumstances including technical failures, illness, or natural disasters. Participants who miss the examination forfeit their fee without recourse.
• Examination Language (42): The Olympiad is conducted in English as specified by the Company. Availability in any regional language is not guaranteed.
• Login Credentials (43): Login credentials are strictly personal and non-transferable. The Registrant is solely responsible for credential security. The Company is not liable for unauthorized access resulting from the Registrant's failure to maintain security.
• Examination Window (44): Participants must log in and commence within the specified examination window. Late logins do not result in additional time. Failure to log in during the window is treated as absent.

Part XI — Scholarship and Prize — Additional Terms

Scholarship and Prize Rules

• Scholarship Redemption (45): Scholarship benefits are redeemable only through programs offered by Singhans Private Limited and its associated entities. Specific terms, validity, and conditions are communicated at the time of award and are binding. The Company may substitute any program or course offering.
• Prize Distribution (46): Prizes shall be distributed at the Mega Fest organized by the Company at a venue and date of the Company's choosing. Failure to collect a prize at the designated event results in forfeiture with no obligation to reschedule.
• Prize Substitution (47): The Company may substitute any prize (including Disneyland trips or T20 tickets) with an item of equivalent or different value at its sole discretion. No cash equivalent of non-cash prizes is payable.
• Tax on Prizes (48): All applicable taxes, including TDS under Section 194B of the Income Tax Act, 1961, are borne by the Participant. The Company may deduct taxes at source before disbursing any prize.

Part XII — Parental and Guardian Consent

Parental / Guardian Consent

Since most Participants are minors, registration must be completed by a Parent or Legal Guardian. By completing registration, the Parent/Guardian confirms they have legal authority to register the Participant and consent on their behalf for all purposes under these Terms.

Parental Responsibility

The Parent/Guardian is responsible for ensuring the Participant's compliance with these Terms and is liable for any breach of these Terms by the Participant.

Supervision During Examination

The Registrant is responsible for ensuring that the Participant appears for the examination in a supervised, appropriate environment. The Company is not responsible for any harm, injury, or incident occurring during the examination.

Part XIII — Communications and Notifications

Communication and Notifications

• Official Channel (52): All official communications are sent to the email address and/or mobile number provided at registration. The Registrant is responsible for ensuring contact details are accurate. The Company is not liable for non-receipt due to incorrect details or spam filters.
• Consent to Receive Communications (53): By registering, the Registrant expressly consents to receive promotional, informational, and transactional communications from Singhans Private Limited and its group companies via email, SMS, WhatsApp, or any other channel. This consent can be withdrawn only via the Company's opt-out mechanism.
• Updates and Notices (54): Important notices regarding schedule, venue, or format changes are communicated through registered contact details and/or the Company's official website. It is the Registrant's responsibility to check for updates regularly.

Part XIV — Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

Governing Law, Jurisdiction, and Dispute Resolution

• Governing Law (55): These Terms and all matters related to the Olympiad are governed exclusively by the laws of India.
• Exclusive Jurisdiction (56): All disputes are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts and tribunals at Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar (Mohali), Punjab, India. By registering, all Participants and Registrants irrevocably submit to this jurisdiction and waive any objection to laying of venue there.
• Dispute Resolution Procedure (57): Before initiating legal proceedings, the aggrieved party must serve a written notice of dispute to the Company. Parties shall attempt amicable resolution within thirty (30) days. If unresolved, either party may approach the courts at Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar (Mohali), Punjab.
• No Class Action (58): All claims must be brought in the claimant's individual capacity, not as a plaintiff or class member in any representative proceeding.

Part XV — General Provisions

General Provisions

• Entire Agreement (59): These Terms, together with any additional policies published by the Company, constitute the entire agreement and supersede all prior understandings or agreements.
• Severability (60): If any provision is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions continue in full force and effect.
• Waiver (61): The Company's failure to enforce any right or provision does not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.
• Assignment (62): The Company may assign, transfer, or subcontract its rights and obligations to any third party without notice. The Registrant/Participant may not assign any rights or obligations.
• Relationship of Parties (63): Nothing in these Terms creates any partnership, joint venture, employment, or agency relationship.
• Language (64): These Terms are in English. In case of conflict between English and any translation, the English version prevails.
• Force Majeure (65): The Company is not liable for any failure or delay due to any Force Majeure Event including acts of God, war, epidemics, pandemics, government orders, natural disasters, internet outages, or power failures. The Company may suspend, modify, or cancel the Olympiad in such events without liability.
• Third Party Links (66): The Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. The Company is not responsible for any third-party content, privacy practices, or operations.
• No Endorsement (67): Participation or receipt of any award does not constitute the Company's endorsement of any school, coaching centre, or educational product.
• Changes to Branding (68): The Company may change the name, branding, logo, or identity of the Olympiad at any time without affecting the rights and obligations of registered Participants.