Independent Tutor Agreement

Last updated: May 12, 2025

This agreement outlines the terms and conditions between GotIt and independent tutors providing educational services through our platform. By accepting this agreement, tutors acknowledge their understanding and compliance with these terms.

Platform Usage & Marketplace

GotIt operates an internet-based marketplace enabling Students to identify and engage Tutors for tutoring services. • Tutors receive a non-exclusive, revocable, and limited license to access and use GotIt's platform • Tutors can only promote and provide tutoring services through the platform • No advertising or promotion of other services is allowed • GotIt monitors platform activities for compliance

Tutor Status & Independence

As an Independent Tutor, you acknowledge that: • You are not an employee, agent, partner, joint venture, or franchisee of GotIt • GotIt does not control the manner, means, or methods of your tutoring services • GotIt is not responsible for employment benefits, tax liabilities, or statutory obligations • This agreement does not create an employer-employee relationship You are free to provide tutoring services to other platforms, but must not: • Solicit Students from GotIt's platform for private tutoring • Divert students away from GotIt for personal gain

Sessions & Payment Terms

Tutoring Sessions: • Tutors have flexibility to determine their own hours • Must maintain punctuality and professionalism • Should establish clear cancellation policies Payment Terms: • Tutors set their own session rates • GotIt collects payments and deducts a Platform Fee • Direct payments outside the platform are prohibited • All payment disputes are handled through official channels Expenses & Taxation: • Tutors bear all expenses related to tutoring services • Responsible for compliance with tax laws (GST, income tax) • Must maintain necessary insurance coverage

Confidentiality & Intellectual Property

Confidentiality: • Maintain strict confidentiality of all Student information • No disclosure, sale, or misuse of confidential data Intellectual Property: • Educational content created by tutors remains their property • GotIt receives non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use content • Content must comply with platform guidelines Academic Integrity: • No engaging in unethical conduct • No writing assignments or completing work for students • No providing exam answers • Must respect academic integrity policies

Account Management & Termination

GotIt may suspend or terminate accounts for: • Failure to meet platform requirements • Agreement violations • Misconduct, fraud, or unauthorized solicitation • Repeated student complaints • Any reason with 30 days' notice Tutors may deactivate their account at any time with written notice. Indemnification: • Tutors must indemnify GotIt against claims from their services • GotIt is not liable for disputes between tutors and students • Tutors should exercise discretion in student engagement

Legal Framework

This Agreement is governed by: • Laws of India • Information Technology Act, 2000 • Indian Contract Act, 1872 Dispute Resolution: • All disputes settled through binding arbitration in New Delhi • Follows Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 • Agreement may be modified through written amendment • Invalid provisions don't affect remaining terms

Contact Us

For questions about this agreement or to report any concerns, please contact us at:

  • Email: contactus@gotit.co.in
  • Support: Available for tutor assistance