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Addendum to DGS Order No. 25 of 2020 dated 28.08.2020-Payment for Digital Certification Applications (DCA) by Maritime Training Institutes (MTIs) effective from 01.02.2025

Applicable to: All Maritime Training Institutes (MTIs)
Effective Date: 01.02.2025, 00:00 hrs
Superseded Circulars: None

Key Changes and Requirements

1. Payment Structure for Digital Certification Applications (DCAs)

Effective 01.02.2025, MTIs are required to make payments for certificate credits via the DCA portal.

  • Cost per certificate: ₹36 (plus applicable taxes)
  • Vendor: M/s. ARI
  • Payment method: Secure payment gateway on the DCA portal

2. Operational Process

MTIs must log in to the DCA portal using their e-Governance credentials to purchase certificate credits.

  • Steps: Select desired credits, complete payment, access receipt and order details
  • Support: Contact dcasupport@arisimulation.com for assistance

3. Responsibilities of MTI Course In-Charge and Principals

Ensure certificate credits are available before initiating the digital signing process. The DCA portal will restrict issuance if insufficient credits are available.

II/4  DCA Workflow for MTI Payments
Important Note

Non-adherence to these instructions may result in administrative action as per the Guidelines issued by the Directorate.

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