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In pursuance to several requests to conduct higher grade examinations

Applicable to: Indian Nautical Seafarers
Effective Date: 23/02/2011
Superseded Circulars: None mentioned

Key Changes and Requirements

1. Examination Designation

The Director General of Shipping has designated the Assessment Centre of MMD, Kochi to conduct higher grade examinations of the Nautical Stream.

  • Grades: Upto Master (Foreign Going)

2. Examination Conduct

Examinations will be conducted as per applicable rules and the Examination & Assessment (E&A) procedure manual.

  • Notification: Principal Officer, MMD Kochi will inform all MMDs, DGS, and the public about the scheduled dates for examinations.
Public Notices: Examination schedules will be displayed on the following platforms for 15 days from the date of issue:
  • DGS website
  • Nautical Exam File, E&A Cell, Nautical Wing, DGS
Important Note

This order is issued with the approval and authority of the Director General of Shipping.

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