Terms & Conditions
Updated January 23, 2026
Section 01
1. About Optern
Optern is a platform that enables project-based evaluation of students by organizations and generates performance records based on completed work. Optern does not guarantee jobs, internships, placements, or hiring outcomes.
Section 02
2. Eligibility
Users must provide accurate information and use the platform only for its intended purpose. Organizations must post genuine project modules. Students must submit original work.
Section 03
3. Nature of Engagement
Projects posted on Optern are not employment contracts unless explicitly stated by the organization. Optern is not an employer, recruiter, or placement agency.
Section 04
4. Evaluations
Evaluations are provided by organizations based on submitted work. Optern generates performance records using these evaluations but does not independently verify every judgment.
Section 05
5. Integrity & Misuse
Any attempt to submit plagiarized work or manipulate evaluations result in account suspension or removal without notice.
Section 06
6. Limitation of Liability
Optern is not responsible for hiring decisions or project outcomes.
Section 07
7. Platform Changes
Optern may modify features during the pilot phase.