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Conduct of batches for the G.P. Rating Course by various Maritime Training Institutes
Applicable to:
Maritime Training Institutes
Effective Date:
24th January, 2006
Superseded Circulars:
Training Circular No. 3 of 2004
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Batch Timing Changes
The number of batches for the GP Rating Course has been reduced to two per year. The batches will commence on the first working day of January and July.
- Duration: Each batch will be of six month duration.
- Timing: The batches will commence in January and July every year.
2. Exit Examinations
The Exit Examinations for the GP ratings will be conducted by the Board Of Examination for Seafarers (BES) at the end of each batch.
Note: Training institutes that commenced the January 2006 batch will commence the next batch in July 2006. Institutes commencing the April 2006 batch must adhere to their approved capacity and commence the next batch in January 2007.
Important Note
Violation of the guidelines may result in serious penalties as per DGS Order No. 1 of 2003.
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