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Examination system for progression

Applicable to: Indian Navy sailors serving in Engineering roles
Effective Date: May 22, 2007
Superseded Circulars: None mentioned

Key Changes and Requirements

1. New Progression Streams for Indian Navy Sailors

New streams have been created for Indian Navy sailors to obtain Certificate of Competency (CoC) as Marine Engineer Officer Class IV (NCV) for vessels less than 3000 kW propulsion power and Offshore Supply Vessels less than 6000 kW propulsion power.

  • Eligible Ratings: Artificers, Mechanicians, Engineering Mechanics, MECH 3/ERA 3, MECH 4/ERA 4
  • Key Requirements: Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, approved courses, sea service, and passing written/oral exams
  • Application: Approach DGS-approved institutes for written exams and MMD for oral exams

2. Course Modules and Syllabus

II/4
Induction Course (Two weeks) & Bridging Course (One month) for MECH 3/ERA 3 and MECH 4/ERA 4
II/4
Induction Course (One month) for MECH 4/ERA 4
Important Note

Sailors must possess relevant testimonials and approach DGS-approved institutes for written exams and MMD for oral exams.

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