Admission to pre-sea training courses for foreign nationals.

1. Admission of Foreign Nationals to ETO Course

Foreign nationals who have completed the DGS prescribed educational qualification from an Indian university and have the required sea-time on foreign ships can now be admitted to the 4-month ETO Course conducted by DGS approved Maritime Training Institutes.

• Eligibility: Completed DGS prescribed educational qualification from an Indian university and required sea-time on foreign ships
• Course Duration: 4-month ETO Course
• Institute: DGS approved Maritime Training Institutes

2. Issuance of Indian ETO COC and Employment

Upon successful completion of the ETO Course and examination, foreign nationals will be issued with the Indian ETO COC. However, they will not be eligible for issuance of Indian CDC and will not be permitted to serve on Indian Flag Vessels.