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Ban on new approvals and increase in capacity of Pre-sea Courses
Applicable to:
Maritime Training Institutes, Indian Maritime University, Academic Councils, Mercantile Marine Departments, Shipping Masters, Seamen’s Employment Offices, INSA/FOSMA/MASSA, INDOS Cell, and other relevant departments.
Effective Date:
Immediate, valid for 2 years
Superseded Circulars:
None mentioned
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Ban on New Approvals and Capacity Increase
A ban is imposed on new approvals and increase in capacity for all pre-sea courses leading to entry-level competency, both for Second Mate and MEO Class IV, whether Foreign Going (FG) or Near Coastal Voyage (NCV).
- Duration: 2 years, reviewed annually
- Exemption: State Governments can run such courses
2. Pending Applications
Pending proposals with issued letters of intent or inspection orders will be processed. Rejected applications will not be entertained during the ban period.
II/4 DG Shipping Circular No. 4 of 2012
Important Note
This circular is issued under the powers conferred by Rule 47 of the Merchant Shipping (Standard of Training Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers) Rules, 1998.
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