Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: August 31, 2026

1. Nature of Platform & Legal Status (Game of Skill)

SandPra.Tournament is an independent eSports tournament organizer and match-management SaaS platform. All competitive skill contests hosted on our platform—including but not limited to BGMI (Battlegrounds Mobile India), Free Fire, and Valorant—are exclusively Games of Skill.

The outcome of all matches depends predominantly on player skill: including mechanical aim, recoil control, hand-eye coordination, zone-rotation strategy, squad tactical communication, map awareness, reaction speed, game-meta knowledge, and team coordination. The element of chance is minimal and incidental.

Participation in and organization of skill-based eSports contests is a protected fundamental right under Article 19(1)(g) of the Constitution of India and fully consistent with landmark rulings of the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India, including State of Andhra Pradesh v. K. Satyanarayana, Dr. K.R. Lakshmanan v. State of Tamil Nadu, and State of Bombay v. R.M.D. Chamarbaugwala. Our platform does not offer any game of chance, betting, wagering, or gambling service of any kind.

2. Platform Business Model & Zero Entry Fee Policy

SandPra.Tournament operates as an eSports tournament management SaaS platform and independent match organizer. We maintain a strict Zero Entry Fee Policy (₹0 Entry Fee): players do not pay entry stakes, betting fees, or wagering contributions to participate in skill contests. We do not operate or facilitate any gambling, betting, or wagering pools.

The platform provides professional software and match infrastructure services to the competitive gaming community, including:

  • Custom match room creation, dedicated server slot management, and schedule coordination.
  • Real-time anti-cheat monitoring, room refereeing, and fair-play enforcement during matches.
  • Live leaderboard management, automated kill tracking, and placement scoring.
  • Secure skill-reward distribution to verified winners via verified UPI/QR channels.
  • Creator Dashboard software tools for independent organizers and clans to manage their tournaments.

Where applicable on select managed contests, a nominal Platform Convenience Fee is collected from registered participants. This fee strictly covers software infrastructure, server hosting, referee moderation, and match-management administration. It is not an entry stake or gambling wager.

3. User Eligibility & Restricted Territories

To register and participate in tournaments requiring a Platform Fee on SandPra.Tournament, you must satisfy all of the following conditions:

  • You must be at least 18 years of age (or possess explicit written consent from a parent/legal guardian).
  • You must register using valid, verified credentials including a mobile number verified via OTP and accurate In-Game IDs (UIDs/IGNs).
  • Restricted Territories Disclaimer: Due to applicable local state legislations, residents of the states of Assam, Nagaland, Odisha, Sikkim, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Meghalaya, and Tamil Nadu (or any other jurisdiction where fee-based competitive tournament participation is prohibited by local law) are strictly prohibited from joining tournaments that require a Platform Fee on this platform. Users are solely responsible for verifying compliance with their local and state laws before registering.
  • By participating in any tournament requiring a Platform Fee, you confirm under declaration that you are of legal age and are not a resident of any restricted state.

4. Platform Convenience Fee & Payment Processing

While tournament entry is free (₹0 Entry Fee), specific premium matches require a nominal Platform Convenience & Hosting Fee. Fees collected are dedicated exclusively to platform operations, match server hosting, anti-cheat refereeing, administrative support, and performance-reward pool sponsorship.

All financial transactions, platform convenience fee payments, and checkout sessions are securely processed via Cashfree Payments India Private Limited, an RBI-authorized and PCI-DSS Level 1 compliant Payment Aggregator. All platform fee transactions are final once custom match room slots are confirmed and reserved, subject to our Refund & Cancellation Policy.

5. Strict Anti-Cheat & Fair Play Policy

To uphold competitive integrity and ensure a level playing field, SandPra.Tournament strictly enforces a zero-tolerance policy against unethical gameplay behavior:

  • Prohibited Software & Hacks: Use of aimbots, wallhacks, game file modifications (GFX/config edits), emulators (unless explicitly permitted for a specific contest), script bots, or any third-party unauthorized software is strictly forbidden.
  • Account Integrity & Collusion: Playing under another player's account (smurfing/account sharing), squad-dropping, or colluding with opposing teams (teaming) is prohibited and grounds for immediate disqualification.
  • Disqualification & Permanent Ban: Any player or team found violating fair-play policies will face immediate tournament disqualification, forfeiture of all skill rewards, and a permanent ban from SandPra.Tournament with no refund.

6. Skill Reward Distribution & Verification

Performance-based skill rewards are awarded solely based on official match outcomes: kill points, final placement positions, and standing rankings as verified by tournament referees and official leaderboard records. Verified skill rewards are distributed to winner accounts or registered payout UPI/QR details within 7 business days following match completion, winner declaration, and anti-cheat audit clearance.

Income from skill-based competitions may be subject to Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) under applicable provisions of the Indian Income Tax Act (including Section 194BA, where applicable). Participants are advised to consult a tax professional for their individual tax obligations.

7. Responsible Gaming & 18+ Player Welfare

At SandPra.Tournament, we are committed to fostering a healthy, balanced, and responsible competitive eSports environment. We enforce strict player protection measures:

  • 18+ Age Restriction: Tournaments requiring a Platform Fee are strictly restricted to players aged 18 years and older. Underage registrations without verified guardian consent are prohibited.
  • Healthy Screen-Time: We encourage players to maintain balanced gaming habits, take regular breaks, and prioritize education, work, and health over competitive gaming.
  • Self-Exclusion & Account Break: Players may request temporary cooling-off periods or permanent account self-exclusion at any time by emailing tournament@sandpra.com.
  • Anti-Toxicity & Zero Tolerance: Harassment, abusive behavior, and cheating will result in an immediate and permanent platform ban.

8. Third-Party Game Publisher Disclaimer

SandPra.Tournament is an independent eSports event management and tournament administration platform. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or otherwise associated with Krafton Inc. (BGMI), Garena (Free Fire), Riot Games (Valorant), or any other game publisher. All game titles, trademarks, character names, and intellectual property belong to their respective copyright owners. Our use of game names is solely for identifying the applicable eSports skill contest format.

9. Grievance Redressal & Contact

In accordance with the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, users may direct grievances to:

  • Designated Grievance Officer: SandPra Tournament Team
  • Email: tournament@sandpra.com
  • Response Time: We endeavour to resolve all grievances within 15 business days of receipt.
  • Platform: SandPra.Tournament — Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India

10. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of India. Any legal disputes or claims arising out of or in connection with the use of this platform shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India.