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India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act Experts

Navigate DPDP Compliance with Confidence

Skypath Consulting Group LLP brings seasoned expertise from Banking & Finance, Healthcare, and GRC to help organisations achieve robust DPDP Act compliance — turning regulatory obligation into competitive advantage.

25+
Years Combined Experience
3
Industry Verticals
₹250Cr
Max Penalty Avoided
DPDP Compliance Checklist
Data Principal Rights FrameworkConsent, access, correction & erasure mechanisms
Data Fiduciary ObligationsPrivacy notices, purpose limitation & security safeguards
Cross-Border Data TransferAdequacy assessment & contractual safeguards
Significant Data FiduciaryDPIA, DPO designation & audit requirements
Breach Notification Protocol72-hour notification & incident response plan
Regulatory Expertise
Deep DPDP & GRC knowledge
Industry Veterans
Banking, Finance & Healthcare
Practical Approach
Implementation-focused advisory
Ongoing Support
Continuous compliance monitoring
DPDP Act 2023 — Enforcement Timeline

The Compliance Clock Is Ticking

India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act is being implemented in three phases. The first phase is already in effect. Is your organisation ready for what comes next?

Phase 1 is LIVE — Effective 13 November 2025
1 Active
● Live Now
Foundations & Governance
Effective 13 November 2025
Rules 1–2 & 17–21
  • Data Protection Board of India established
  • Key definitions and scope in effect
  • DPB procedures & governance framework active
  • Complaints mechanism operational
  • Appellate procedures published
  • Penalties regime active — up to ₹250 Cr
2 Upcoming
⏰ Within 12 Months
Consent Manager Registration
By 13 November 2026
Rule 4
  • Consent Managers must register with DPB
  • Technical & financial eligibility requirements
  • Obligations for Consent Manager entities
  • Data Principal consent architecture required
  • Organisations relying on Consent Managers must integrate compliant systems
  • Cookie & digital consent frameworks must be in place
3 Planning Now
◯ Within 18 Months
Full Operational Compliance
By 13 May 2027
Rules 3, 5–16 & 22–23
  • All Data Fiduciary obligations fully enforceable
  • Consent notices & privacy policies compliant
  • Data Principal rights infrastructure live
  • Data breach notification procedures active
  • Cross-border transfer framework operational
  • Significant Data Fiduciary obligations in force
  • Children's data protections fully enforced
  • Data Processor agreements in place

Full Compliance Deadline

13 May 2027 — Time Remaining
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What We Do

Comprehensive DPDP Act Compliance Services

From gap assessment to full implementation, we guide organisations through every step of their data protection compliance journey.

01
DPDP Gap Assessment

Comprehensive baseline audit of your current data handling practices against DPDP Act requirements.

  • Data inventory & mapping
  • Compliance gap identification
  • Risk scoring & prioritisation
  • Remediation roadmap
02
Policy & Framework Design

Drafting and implementing robust data protection policies, notices, and governance frameworks.

  • Privacy notice drafting
  • Consent management architecture
  • Data retention schedules
  • Processing agreements
03
Technology Compliance

Aligning IT systems, data flows, and digital platforms with DPDP Act technical requirements.

  • Privacy by design implementation
  • Consent management platforms
  • Data subject portal setup
  • Security controls review
04
Training & Awareness

Building a culture of data privacy through targeted employee training and awareness programmes.

  • C-suite & board briefings
  • Functional team workshops
  • E-learning modules
  • Compliance champions programme
05
DPO-as-a-Service

Designated Data Protection Officer support for Significant Data Fiduciaries and organisations seeking expert oversight.

  • Regulatory liaison
  • DPBIA oversight
  • Audit facilitation
  • Ongoing advisory support
06
Breach Response & Crisis

Rapid response support for data breaches including notification, containment, and regulator communication.

  • 72-hour notification support
  • Incident investigation
  • Board & regulator communication
  • Post-incident review
Why Skypath

Sector-Deep Expertise Meets Regulatory Precision

Unlike generic compliance consultants, our founders bring hands-on experience from within regulated industries — banking, finance, and healthcare — giving us unmatched contextual understanding of your data flows, risks, and operational realities.

Banking & Financial Services

RBI, SEBI, and IRDAI regulatory alignment alongside DPDP — ensuring integrated compliance without duplication.

Healthcare & Life Sciences

Sensitive health data, clinical trial data, and patient rights under DPDP — areas demanding specialist navigation.

GRC Integration

Embedding DPDP compliance into your existing Governance, Risk & Compliance frameworks for unified oversight.

25+
Years Industry Experience
3
Core Sectors Served
₹250Cr
Max Penalty Exposure Addressed
100%
DPDP Act Alignment Focus
Our Approach

A Structured Path to Compliance

We follow a proven, phased methodology that minimises disruption and maximises sustainable outcomes.

1
Discovery & Assessment

Deep-dive into your data landscape, existing controls, and DPDP gap analysis

2
Strategy & Roadmap

Prioritised remediation plan with clear timelines, owners, and milestones

3
Implementation

Policy creation, technology changes, training & process redesign

4
Testing & Validation

Internal audit, readiness assessment & regulatory simulation

5
Ongoing Monitoring

Continuous compliance tracking, updates & DPO-as-a-Service support

Latest Insights

DPDP & Data Privacy Intelligence

All Insights →
Healthcare
DPDP Act and Health Data: A Special Category in All But Name
Apr 28, 2025 · 6 min read
Banking & Finance
RBI vs DPDP: Navigating Dual Regulatory Obligations for Banks
Apr 15, 2025 · 5 min read
Enforcement
Consent Management Under DPDP: Pitfalls and Best Practices
Apr 2, 2025 · 7 min read

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