Privacy Policy for Job Vacancies

Privacy Policy for Job Vacancies

1. Introduction

The Crime Research Investigation Agency of India ("we," "our," or "the Agency") is committed to protecting the privacy of all individuals who apply for employment with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information obtained from job applicants during the recruitment and selection process.

2. Information We Collect

In connection with your job application, we may collect and process the following categories of personal information:

  • Identification Details: Name, date of birth, gender, photograph, government-issued identification (e.g., Aadhaar, PAN card).
  • Contact Information: Address, phone number, email address.
  • Professional Information: Resume/CV, educational qualifications, employment history, references, skills, certifications, and professional memberships.
  • Background Information: Criminal records, credit checks, or any other relevant background verification as part of the screening process.
  • Other Information: Any additional information you voluntarily provide during interviews, through application forms, or correspondence with us.

3. Purpose of Data Collection

We collect and process your personal information for the following purposes:

  • Assessing your suitability for the position applied for.
  • Conducting background checks and verification of information.
  • Communicating with you about the recruitment process.
  • Complying with legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Internal record-keeping and reporting.

4. Legal Basis for Processing Your Data

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: By submitting your application, you consent to the processing of your data for recruitment purposes.
  • Legitimate Interest: It is in our legitimate interest to assess your qualifications, conduct background checks, and maintain records for potential future vacancies.
  • Legal Obligation: We may be required to process certain data to comply with legal obligations, such as reporting to government authorities.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

Your personal data may be shared with:

  • Internal staff involved in the recruitment process.
  • Third-party service providers who assist us with recruitment, background checks, and data storage.
  • Regulatory or law enforcement agencies, if required by law or as part of the background verification process.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes.

6. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes secure storage of data, restricted access, and encryption where necessary.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to complete the recruitment process, or as required by law. If you are not selected, we may retain your data for up to one year for consideration of future vacancies unless you request its deletion.

8. Your Rights

You have the following rights concerning your personal information:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Rectification: Request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your data, subject to legal obligations.
  • Objection: Object to the processing of your data in certain circumstances.
  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent at any time (this will not affect the lawfulness of data processing based on consent before withdrawal).

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our data practices. Any changes will be posted on our website, and the date of the most recent revision will be indicated.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Crime Research Investigation Agency of India
  Helpline No: +91 8800304800   Call Now.
               Email - info@criai.org