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Verification of marks and age before admission

Applicable to: Maritime Training Institutes (MTIs)
Effective Date: May 30, 2005
Superseded Circulars: None mentioned

Key Changes and Requirements

1. Verification of Marks and Age

MTIs must verify the genuineness of candidates' mark sheets and school leaving certificates before admitting them and issuing passing out certificates or Continuous Discharge Certificates (CDCs).

  • Verification Process: MTIs should confirm the authenticity of marks and age from the concerned Educational Board and/or the Principal of the School.
  • Consequences of Non-Compliance: Failure to comply with this directive may result in major misconduct as per DGS Order 1 of 2003.
II/4  DGS Circular 16 of 2005
Important Note

MTIs are advised to follow this directive strictly to prevent fraudulent admissions and ensure the integrity of the training process.

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