YDMA Membership Terms and Conditions

1. Membership Benefits

Members enjoy the following exclusive benefits:

1. Networking opportunities with industry peers.
2. Access to exclusive events and webinars tailored for IT professionals.
3. Early access to job postings from reputed organizations.
4. Mentorship programs led by senior industry leaders.
5. Discounts on certifications and training programs relevant to the IT industry.

2. Membership Fee

1. Amount: INR 1200 per year.
2. Any future revisions to the fee will be announced well in advance and updated on the YDMA website.

3. Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for YDMA Primary Membership, applicants must:

1. Hold one of the specified designations (refer to the Eligible Designations section).
2. Have 8-10 years of professional experience in the IT industry.
3. Be employed in an IT department within India.

4. Eligible Designations

Managerial Roles:

• Senior Manager - IT
• Assistant General Manager (AGM) - IT
• Deputy General Manager (DGM) - IT
• Associate Vice President (AVP) - IT
• Head of IT Operations
• Head of IT Infrastructure
• Head of Software Development
• Head of Cyber Security
• Head of Data Analytics

Technical Roles:

• Technical Architect
• Solutions Architect
• IT Architect
• Enterprise Architect
• Cloud Architect
• DevOps Engineer Lead
• Data Science Lead
• Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Lead
• Cyber Security Architect
• Network Architect

Functional Roles:

• IT Program Manager
• IT Delivery Manager
• IT Operations Manager
• Business Relationship Manager
• IT Service Delivery Manager
• IT Quality Assurance Manager
• IT Risk and Compliance Manager
• IT Audit Manager

Other Roles:

• Digital Transformation Lead
• Innovation Head
• Technology Innovation Manager
• IT Strategy Manager
• Business Intelligence Manager
• Data Warehousing Manager
• IT Project Portfolio Manager

5. Membership Enrolment Process

1. Visit the YDMA Member Foyer to access the application form.
2. Upload your business card and a passport-sized photograph.
3. The YDMA Chapter Committee will review and approve your application.
4. Upon approval, you will receive a membership confirmation and a payment link.
5. Complete the process by paying the annual membership fee of INR 1200.

6. Membership Renewal Process

1. Members will receive a renewal notification 30 days before expiration.
2. Pay the renewal fee of INR 1200.
3. Update your membership details if necessary.
4. Receive confirmation of renewed membership.

7. Membership Fees and Refund Policy

1. Annual Fees:
1. Members must pay the full membership fee of INR 1200 for the calendar year (1st April to 31st March).
2. Fees must be paid by April 1, with a grace period until May 31.
3. c.Non-Prorated Fees: Fees must be paid for the full year, irrespective of the membership start date.
2. Refund Policy:
1. Fees are non-refundable under any circumstances, including resignation, surrender of membership, or termination.
3. Fee Revisions:
1. Any approved changes to the fee structure will be communicated in advance.

8.Membership Cancellation Policy

Membership may be cancelled under the following conditions:

1. Non-Payment: Failure to pay the membership fee within three months of the due date (by June 30).
2. Eligibility Changes: Members who no longer meet the eligibility criteria or change their membership status.
3. Resignation: Members may resign, but fees for the remainder of the year will not be refunded.
4. Code of Conduct Violations: Membership will be revoked for breaches of the YDMA Code of Conduct.

9. Code of Conduct

Purpose:
To establish high professional standards among members

Principles:

1. Integrity: Uphold ethical standards.
2. Respect: Treat all individuals with dignity.
3. Confidentiality: Protect sensitive information.
4. Professionalism: Maintain expertise and adhere to the highest professional

standards.

Member Expectations:

• Follow all applicable laws and regulations.
• Avoid conflicts of interest.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Respect intellectual property rights.

Consequences of Non-Compliance:

1. Warning.
2. Suspension.
3. Permanent expulsion from YDMA membership.

10. Legal Jurisdiction

1. All disputes and legal proceedings are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New Delhi.
2. These terms will be governed and interpreted according to Indian laws.

11. Supplementary Terms

1. YDMA reserves the right to introduce additional terms for specific services or content.
2. Such terms will be integrated into this document and communicated to members as necessary.

This document outlines the YDMA Membership Terms and Conditions. By enrolling, members agree to abide by these terms and uphold the integrity of the YDMA community.