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Training, Examination and Assessment Programme (TEAP) Part- A, for M.S. (STCW) Rules 2014
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Eligibility and Pre-sea Education
Candidates must complete approved pre-sea education and training from one of four streams:
- Stream 1: Approved 3-year B.Sc. Nautical Science/Technology Course or 4-year B.S. Nautical Science/Technology Course
- Stream 2: Approved 3-year B.Sc. Dual/Polyvalent Course or 4-year B.E. Marine Polyvalent Course in Nautical and Engineering Disciplines
- Stream 3: Approved 1-Year Diploma in Nautical Science (leading to a B.Sc. Nautical Science degree)
- Stream 4: Approved Six-month Pre-sea Deck Cadet Course for Graduates
Each stream has specific eligibility criteria, including age, education, and medical fitness. For detailed course requirements, refer to the respective appendices.
2. Additional Pre-sea Courses
In addition to the above pre-sea training, candidates must attend approved Courses in Safety, Pollution Prevention, and Security, and obtain the relevant Certificates of Proficiency as prescribed in Chapter VI of M.S. (STCW) Rules 2014.
Candidates must complete at least 12 months of approved sea-going service on ships of 500 gross tonnage or more, performing functions appropriate to the certificate held, within a period of not more than 36 months before the date of application for certification.
Companies are responsible for ensuring that seafarers meet all the requirements mentioned above and maintain records of their sea-going service, training, and certificates.
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