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Substitution of function pass to subject pass for Merchant Shipping (Examination for Skippers and Mate of (Fishing Vessels) Rules, 1987 & (Examination of Dredge Masters & Dredge Mates) Amendment Rules, 1993

Applicable to: Candidates appearing for Skippers and Mate of Fishing Vessels, Dredge Masters and Dredge Mates examinations
Effective Date: 20th September, 2007 onwards
Superseded Circulars: None mentioned

Key Changes and Requirements

1. Subject Pass Replacement

Previously, candidates had to repeat all subjects in a part if they failed one. Now, only failed subjects need to be retaken.

  • Passed subjects: Valid for 5 years from the month of passing
  • Failed subjects: Need to be retaken in the next attempt
II/4  Examination Results

Results declared on or after 20.09.2007 will indicate pass/fail in each subject

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