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Order-01.12.2025 to MTI Nandhanam College
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Swimming Pool Construction
The MTI has failed to construct a swimming pool within its premises by the deadline of 31st May 2025, despite multiple extensions and judicial orders.
- Action Required: The MTI must comply with the order and construct the swimming pool immediately.
2. Unauthorized Batches and Student Fees
The MTI conducted unauthorized GP Rating batches in 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 without the Directorate's approval and admitted students without ensuring compliance with DGS orders and standards.
- Action Required: The MTI must withdraw the unauthorized batches, refund all fees collected from the students, and furnish proof of refund to the Directorate within 15 days.
3. Annual Fee and Penalties
The MTI failed to remit the mandatory annual fee of INR 10,000 for multiple years and has not paid the penalty interest of 18% per month as per DGS Orders 05/2016 and 07/2016.
- Action Required: The MTI must remit all pending annual fees for relevant years along with the penalty interest immediately.
The MTI's access to the DGS e-Governance portal will be blocked with immediate effect, and all batch uploads, certificate processes, and related functionalities will remain disabled. The MTI is also debarred from conducting any business with the Directorate, submitting any application, or accessing maritime training courses for a period of five years.
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