How Schools and Colleges Can Stay Data-Secure & DPDP-Compliant with Siccura + SUMS ERP

Introduction

• Set the context: Schools and colleges today handle sensitive data—student records, health info, parent contact details—that fall under the new DPDP Act, 2023.
• Note: Though the DPDP Act received assent on August 11, 2023, it’s not yet enforced as final rules are pending notification as of August 2025.

What the DPDP Act Means for Educational Institutions

• Applies to digital PII handled in India, including when later digitized.
• Key obligations: lawful processing, consent, data accuracy, secure storage, data breach response; rights provided—access, correction, erasure, grievance redressal. 
• Schools may be designated “Significant Data Fiduciaries” depending on data volume/sensitivity—triggering extra duties like appointing a DPO, doing audits, and impact assessments.

Why Preparation Matters, Even Before Enforcement

• The law’s delay provides a window to get systems in shape—not a reason to wait 
• Institutions can be proactive: conduct data audits, classify types of PII, define access controls, outline breach protocols.

How Siccura + SUMS ERP Delivers Practical Compliance

• Consent Management: Tracks and logs parental/student consent aligned with DPDP requirements.
• Data Access & Correction: Enables stakeholders (students, guardians) to view or request updates to their information.
• Security by Design: Built-in encryption, access controls, and audit trails ensure data integrity and confidentiality.
• Breach Notifications: Automates alerts internally, supports quick communication to relevant authorities/individuals.
• Role-Based Controls: Teachers, admins, auditors access only necessary data.
• DPO Support & Audit Logging: Siccura can provide dashboards and documentation useful for audits or impact assessments.

Call to Action

• Encourage schools/colleges to schedule a demo of Siccura with SUMS ERP to preview built-in privacy tools.
• Offer a checklist or guide: “Getting DPDP-Ready—A 5-Step Plan for Educational Institutes.”

In short, an Education Management Platform is not just a tool for administrators; it’s a consent, data accuracy, secure storage, data breach response; rights provided—access, correction, erasure, grievance redressal.