Refund and Returns Policy

RETURN, REFUND & REPLACEMENT POLICY 

Last Updated: 6/6/2026 

  1. INTRODUCTION

Welcome to AUFL.SHOP (“Website”), owned and operated by Ajanta Universal Fabrics Limited (“AUFL”, “Company”, “we”, “our”, or “us”), a Public Limited Company incorporated under the laws of India and having its registered office at Tasawade MIDC, Karad, Satara, Maharashtra – 415109, India. 

This Return, Refund & Replacement Policy (“Policy”) explains the conditions under which customers may request returns, replacements, exchanges, cancellations, or refunds for products purchased through AUFL.SHOP. 

This Policy is intended to comply with applicable provisions of: 

  • Consumer Protection Act, 2019 
  • Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, 2020 
  • Information Technology Act, 2000 
  • Indian Contract Act, 1872 
  • Applicable GST Laws and Regulations 
  • Other applicable laws of India 

By placing an order through AUFL.SHOP, you agree to be bound by this Policy. 

 

  1. SCOPE OF POLICY

This Policy applies to: 

  • Retail Customers (B2C) 
  • Business Customers (B2B) 
  • Distributors 
  • Dealers 
  • Institutional Buyers 
  • Educational Institutions 
  • Corporate Buyers 
  • Wholesale Customers 

This Policy applies only to purchases made through AUFL.SHOP. 

 

  1. DEFINITIONS

For the purpose of this Policy: 

“Customer” means any individual or organization purchasing products through AUFL.SHOP. 

“Product” means any textile, canvas, bag, panel, roll, fabric, or related product sold by AUFL. 

“Return” means sending a purchased product back to AUFL for review. 

“Replacement” means supplying a new product in place of an approved defective or incorrect product. 

“Refund” means reimbursement of eligible payments made by the customer. 

“Business Day” means any day other than a public holiday, Saturday, or Sunday. 

 

  1. ELIGIBILITY FOR RETURNS

Retail customers may request a return within 7 calendar days from the date of delivery. 

To qualify for return consideration: 

  • The product must be unused. 
  • The product must be in original condition. 
  • Original packaging must be available. 
  • Product labels and tags must remain intact. 
  • Proof of purchase must be provided. 

Returns submitted beyond the prescribed period may be rejected. 

 

  1. PRODUCTS ELIGIBLE FOR RETURN

Subject to verification and approval, returns may be accepted for: 

  1. Manufacturing Defects

Products containing manufacturing defects identified after delivery. 

  1. Damaged Product Received

Products damaged during shipping or handling. 

  1. Incorrect Product Delivered

Products that differ from the customer’s confirmed order. 

  1. Incorrect Size or Specification

Where AUFL has supplied an incorrect size, dimension, model, specification, or variant. 

Approval remains subject to inspection and verification. 

 

  1. PRODUCTS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR RETURN

The following products are generally non-returnable and non-refundable: 

Customized Products 

Products manufactured according to customer specifications. 

Made-to-Order Products 

Products specially produced upon customer request. 

Cut-to-Size Fabrics 

Canvas, fabric, textile rolls, or materials cut to customer requirements. 

Bulk Industrial Orders 

Wholesale industrial fabric orders produced or reserved specifically for the buyer. 

Clearance Products 

Products sold during clearance, liquidation, promotional, or final sale campaigns. 

Used Products 

Products showing signs of use, alteration, contamination, or damage after delivery. 

Misused Products 

Products damaged due to: 

  • Negligence 
  • Improper storage 
  • Improper installation 
  • Mishandling 
  • Normal wear and tear 

AUFL reserves the sole right to determine return eligibility. 

 

  1. DAMAGED, DEFECTIVE, OR INCORRECT PRODUCTS

Customers must inspect products immediately upon delivery. 

If a product is: 

  • Damaged 
  • Defective 
  • Incorrect 
  • Incomplete 

the customer must notify AUFL within 48 hours of delivery. 

The customer should retain: 

  • Product packaging 
  • Shipping labels 
  • Delivery documentation 

Failure to report issues promptly may affect eligibility. 

 

  1. RETURN REQUEST PROCESS

To initiate a return request, customers must submit: 

Required Information 

  • Order Number 
  • Invoice Copy 
  • Customer Name 
  • Contact Information 
  • Product Details 
  • Detailed Description of Issue 

Supporting Evidence 

  • Clear photographs 
  • Video evidence where applicable 
  • Packaging photographs 
  • Damage documentation 

Requests may be submitted through: 

Email: contact@aufl.in 

AUFL may request additional information before processing the claim. 

 

  1. RETURN APPROVAL PROCESS

Upon receiving a request, AUFL may: 

  • Review submitted evidence 
  • Contact the customer 
  • Request additional documentation 
  • Conduct internal verification 

AUFL reserves the right to: 

  • Approve the request 
  • Reject the request 
  • Offer replacement instead of refund 
  • Request physical inspection 

Approval is not automatic upon submission. 

 

  1. RETURN SHIPPING GUIDELINES

Approved Defective or Incorrect Products 

Where AUFL confirms: 

  • Manufacturing defect 
  • Shipping damage 
  • Incorrect shipment 

return shipping expenses may be borne by AUFL. 

Customer Preference Returns 

If AUFL permits discretionary returns for reasons unrelated to defects or errors: 

  • Return shipping costs shall be borne by the customer. 
  • Original shipping charges may not be refundable. 

Customers must follow AUFL return instructions. 

Unauthorized returns may be refused. 

 

  1. INSPECTION OF RETURNED PRODUCTS

All returned products shall undergo inspection. 

AUFL may examine: 

  • Product condition 
  • Packaging 
  • Labels 
  • Manufacturing defects 
  • Customer allegations 
  • Product authenticity 

Inspection findings shall determine eligibility for: 

  • Replacement 
  • Refund 
  • Exchange 
  • Rejection 

AUFL’s inspection decision shall be final unless prohibited by law. 

 

  1. REPLACEMENT POLICY

AUFL may provide a replacement when: 

  • Product is defective 
  • Product is damaged in transit 
  • Incorrect product is delivered 
  • Wrong specification is supplied 

Replacement may be subject to: 

  • Stock availability 
  • Product discontinuation 
  • Manufacturing schedules 

If replacement is unavailable, AUFL may offer an alternative remedy. 

 

  1. EXCHANGE POLICY

Exchanges may be permitted at AUFL’s discretion. 

Exchange requests may be considered where: 

  • Wrong variant was supplied by AUFL. 
  • Incorrect specification was supplied by AUFL. 

Exchanges are not guaranteed and remain subject to product availability. 

Customized products and cut fabrics are generally not eligible for exchange. 

 

  1. REFUND POLICY

Refunds may be approved when: 

  • Return is approved. 
  • Replacement is unavailable. 
  • Order is cancelled before dispatch. 
  • AUFL determines refund is appropriate. 

Refunds shall not be granted for: 

  • Used products 
  • Customized products 
  • Cut fabrics 
  • Products damaged after delivery 
  • Ineligible claims 

Refunds shall be processed only after verification. 

 

  1. REFUND PROCESSING TIMELINE

Approved refunds shall generally be processed within: 

7 to 15 Business Days 

after approval. 

Refunds may be issued through: 

Original Payment Method 

Where technically feasible. 

Bank Transfer 

Where required by operational or banking limitations. 

Actual credit timelines may depend on: 

  • Banks 
  • Payment gateways 
  • Financial institutions 

AUFL shall not be responsible for delays caused by third parties. 

 

  1. CANCELLATION POLICY

Before Dispatch 

Customers may request cancellation before shipment. 

Cancellation approval remains subject to: 

  • Production status 
  • Inventory allocation 
  • Packaging stage 

After Dispatch 

Orders generally cannot be cancelled after dispatch. 

AUFL Cancellation Rights 

AUFL reserves the right to cancel orders due to: 

  • Pricing errors 
  • Stock unavailability 
  • Fraud concerns 
  • Regulatory restrictions 
  • Technical errors 
  • Incomplete customer information 

Approved refunds shall be processed in accordance with this Policy. 

 

  1. CUSTOMIZED AND MADE-TO-ORDER PRODUCTS

Customized, personalized, or specially manufactured products are generally: 

  • Non-returnable 
  • Non-refundable 
  • Non-exchangeable 

Examples include: 

  • Custom-sized canvas products 
  • Printed products 
  • Personalized bags 
  • Special industrial fabric orders 
  • Customer-specific manufacturing orders 

Exceptions may apply only where AUFL confirms manufacturing defects. 

 

  1. BULK, WHOLESALE AND B2B ORDERS

B2B buyers, distributors, dealers, and institutional customers may be subject to separate commercial agreements. 

For such orders: 

  • Return rights may differ. 
  • Inspection requirements may differ. 
  • Refund eligibility may differ. 

Claims regarding shortages, defects, or discrepancies should be reported immediately upon receipt. 

AUFL reserves the right to conduct independent verification before accepting claims. 

 

  1. PRODUCT CONDITION REQUIREMENTS

Returned products must: 

  • Be unused 
  • Be clean 
  • Be free from alteration 
  • Be free from contamination 
  • Retain original packaging 
  • Include accessories and documentation 

Products failing these requirements may be rejected. 

 

  1. PACKAGING REQUIREMENTS

Customers must securely package returned products. 

The package should include: 

  • Product 
  • Invoice copy 
  • Return authorization reference 
  • Supporting documentation 

Improper packaging may result in transit damage and claim rejection. 

 

  1. FRAUD PREVENTION MEASURES

AUFL maintains strict fraud prevention protocols. 

The Company may investigate: 

  • Suspicious return claims 
  • Multiple return requests 
  • Product substitution attempts 
  • False damage reports 
  • Manipulated photographs 
  • Identity inconsistencies 

Fraudulent activities may result in: 

  • Claim rejection 
  • Account suspension 
  • Legal action 
  • Reporting to relevant authorities 

 

  1. CHARGEBACK AND PAYMENT DISPUTES

Customers are encouraged to contact AUFL before initiating chargebacks. 

The Company reserves the right to contest: 

  • Unauthorized chargebacks 
  • False payment disputes 
  • Fraudulent transaction claims 

AUFL may submit documentation to banks, payment processors, and authorities to defend legitimate transactions. 

 

  1. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the maximum extent permitted by law, AUFL shall not be liable for: 

  • Indirect losses 
  • Consequential damages 
  • Business interruption 
  • Loss of profits 
  • Loss of opportunities 

AUFL’s total liability relating to a claim shall not exceed the purchase value of the affected product. 

Nothing in this Policy limits rights that cannot legally be excluded. 

 

  1. CONSUMER RIGHTS

Nothing in this Policy shall restrict statutory rights available under applicable consumer protection laws. 

Customers retain rights available under: 

  • Consumer Protection Act, 2019 
  • Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, 2020 
  • Other applicable laws 

 

  1. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

The parties shall first attempt to resolve disputes through good-faith negotiations. 

If unresolved, disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts located at: 

Karad, Satara District, Maharashtra, India 

The laws of India shall govern this Policy. 

 

  1. GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL

Customers may contact AUFL regarding: 

  • Return disputes 
  • Refund issues 
  • Replacement requests 
  • Consumer complaints 

Grievance Officer 

Name: [Insert Name] 

Designation: Grievance Officer 

Email: [Insert Email] 

Phone: [Insert Phone Number] 

Ajanta Universal Fabrics Limited 

Tasawade MIDC, Karad, Satara, Maharashtra – 415109, India 

AUFL shall make reasonable efforts to respond within applicable legal timelines. 

 

  1. CONTACT INFORMATION

Ajanta Universal Fabrics Limited 

Website: AUFL.SHOP 

Registered Office: 

Tasawade MIDC, Karad, 

Satara, Maharashtra – 415109, India 

Email: contact@aufl.in 

GSTIN: 27AACCA0321R1ZP 

PAN: AACCA0321R 

Udyam Registration Number: UDYAM-MH-30-0000003 

By placing an order through AUFL.SHOP, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Return, Refund & Replacement Policy.