Terms & Conditions

Terms & Conditions

Zealvert® Consulting | Effective Date: March 2026

Please read these Terms and Conditions ("Terms") carefully before using the website or engaging the services of Zealvert® Consulting. By accessing our website or engaging our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement under the Indian Contract Act, 1872, the Information Technology Act, 2000, and other applicable Indian laws.

1. Definitions

  • Company: Refers to Zealvert® Consulting.
  • Client: Refers to any individual or entity engaging our services.
  • Services: Refers to consulting, business process automation, project management, and related professional services.
  • Agreement: Refers to any Statement of Work, Service Agreement, or engagement letter entered into between the parties.

2. Eligibility

By using our website or engaging our services, you represent that you are at least 18 years of age, legally competent to enter into a contract under the Indian Contract Act, 1872, and are authorised to represent your organisation if engaging on its behalf.

3. Fees and Payment

  • Invoicing: Fees shall be as agreed in the relevant Agreement or invoice. Invoices are typically due within 15–30 days from the invoice date.
  • Taxes: All prices are exclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST) unless stated otherwise. GST is charged as per prevailing rates under the CGST/SGST/IGST Acts.
  • Late Payments: Late payments may attract interest at 18% per annum. We reserve the right to suspend services in the event of non-payment.

4. Intellectual Property and Confidentiality

All intellectual property rights in materials, methodologies, and deliverables created by us remain our property unless explicitly transferred in writing. Upon full payment, Clients receive a non-exclusive, non-transferable licence for internal business use. Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of proprietary information disclosed during the engagement; this obligation survives termination for three (3) years.

5. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by Indian law, our total liability shall not exceed the fees paid by you in the three (3) months preceding a claim. We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, and we do not guarantee specific outcomes or results from our advisory services.

6. Termination and Force Majeure

Either party may terminate an engagement by providing written notice. Upon termination, fees for work completed remain payable. Neither party shall be liable for failures to perform due to circumstances beyond reasonable control, such as natural disasters, pandemics, or government acts.

7. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of India. Any dispute shall first be attempted to be resolved through good-faith negotiation. If unresolved within 30 days, disputes shall be referred to binding arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, before a sole arbitrator. The seat of arbitration shall be [Lucknow 226007, India], and the courts of [Lucknow 226007, India] shall have exclusive jurisdiction.

8. Amendments

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Updated Terms will be published on our website with a revised effective date. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the amended Terms.