Terms of Use

These Terms and Conditions govern your use of the payment gateway services provided by GESTICON 2026, Third International Obstetric Conclave. By making a payment through our platform, you agree to be legally bound by the terms below.

1. General

  • These Terms apply to all users who access or use the GESTICON 2026 online payment portal.
  • You must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to make payments using the provided methods.

2. Accepted Payment Methods

GESTICON 2026 accepts the following payment methods through our secure gateway:

  • Credit/Debit Cards (Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, American Express)
  • Unified Payments Interface (UPI)
  • Net Banking via major Indian banks
  • Mobile Wallets (PhonePe, Google Pay, Paytm, etc.)

3. Transaction Processing

  • Transactions are processed through a PCI-DSS compliant third-party payment gateway.
  • GESTICON 2026 does not store or access your card or bank account information.
  • Processing time may vary depending on the payment method and bank.

4. Pricing and Fees

  • The amount payable includes registration fees, optional workshops, and other selected services.
  • All charges are in Indian Rupees (INR) and are inclusive of applicable GST, if any.
  • Convenience fees or payment gateway charges may be levied by the processor and are borne by the payer.

5. Confirmation and Receipts

  • A digital receipt and transaction reference number will be sent to your registered email upon successful payment.
  • Please retain the receipt as proof of payment. No physical receipt will be provided unless specifically requested.

6. Refund and Cancellation Policy

Cancellation of your conference registration can be done by writing an email to secretary@gesticon2026.com clearly stating your registration number in the subject line. The email will have to be sent from the email address you used while registering.

  • Cancellations up to 1st July 2026: 75% of Base registration fee will be refunded.
  • Cancellations done up to 15th July 2026: 25% of Base registration fee will be refunded.
  • Cancellations done after 15th July 2026: No refund.
  • All refunds will be processed after 15 days from the completion of the conference.
  • Time stamp of email will be considered as official date of cancellation request.

7. Fraud and Misuse

  • GESTICON 2026 reserves the right to cancel any payment if fraudulent activity is suspected.
  • Legal action may be taken against individuals attempting to defraud the conference.

8. User Responsibilities

  • You are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of information submitted through the payment form.
  • Do not share your OTP, card details, or login credentials with anyone. ASICON never asks for such details.

9. Data Privacy and Protection

  • Your personal and transactional data is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
  • No sensitive payment information is stored on GESTICON 2026 servers.

10. Third-Party Payment Gateways

  • GESTICON 2026 uses trusted third-party payment processors (e.g., Razorpay, PayU, or Stripe).
  • Each processor is governed by its own terms and privacy policies, which you are encouraged to review before making a payment.

11. Legal Jurisdiction

  • All disputes are subject to the jurisdiction of the competent courts in Kottyam, Kerala.
  • By using this service, you waive any right to object to jurisdiction based on location or convenience.

12. Modifications to Terms

  • GESTICON 2026 reserves the right to modify these Terms & Conditions at any time.
  • Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the website. Continued use implies acceptance of the new terms.

13. Contact Details

If you have any questions or require assistance with payment, please contact us:

Email: secretary@gesticon2026.com
Phone: +91 8129354312
Kottayam Obstetrics and Gynaecological Society (KOGS)
Govt. Medical College,
Kottayam, Kerala
Pin: 686008

By clicking "Pay Now" or proceeding with any payment, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions in full.