D.K. Shivakumar
SHRI D.K. SHIVAKUMAR

Hon'ble Chief Minister
Govt. of Karnataka

JeevasarthakatheJeevasarthakatheHealth and Family Welfare DepartmentGovernment of Karnataka
SHRI U.T. KHADER FAREED

Hon'ble Minister of Health & Family Welfare
Govt. of Karnataka

U.T. Khader Fareed

Terms & Conditions

Last updated: 24 July 2026

Welcome to the official website of Jeevasarthakathe (SOTTO Karnataka), Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of Karnataka. By accessing and using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using this website, you accept these terms and conditions in full. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use this website.

2. Use of the Website

This website is provided for general information and awareness about organ and tissue donation and transplantation in Karnataka. You agree to use the website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of, or restrict the use of this website by, any third party.

3. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images and documents, is the property of Jeevasarthakathe / SOTTO Karnataka, Government of Karnataka, unless otherwise stated, and is protected by applicable laws. Content may be reproduced free of charge for non-commercial purposes with appropriate acknowledgement of the source.

4. Accuracy of Information

While every effort is made to ensure that the information on this website is accurate and up to date, we do not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of the content. The information is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

5. Organ Donation Pledge

Registering an organ donation pledge through this website is an expression of your intent to donate and is not legally binding. The actual donation is subject to the consent of the next of kin and medical suitability at the relevant time, in accordance with the Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act, 1994 and the rules made thereunder.

6. External Links

This website may contain links to third-party and other government websites. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy or availability of such external websites.

7. Limitation of Liability

Jeevasarthakathe / SOTTO Karnataka and the Government of Karnataka shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the use of, or reliance on, the information contained on this website.

8. Governing Law

These terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, and any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts at Bengaluru, Karnataka.

9. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to revise these terms and conditions at any time. Your continued use of the website following any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

10. Contact

For any questions regarding these terms and conditions, please contact us at jsk.sotto@karnataka.gov.in.