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Substitution of function pass to subject pass for STCW competency examination

Applicable to: Candidates appearing for 2nd Mate, Mates Phase 1 & 2, and NCV written examinations
Effective Date: 1st July 2005 onwards
Superseded Circulars: None mentioned

Key Changes and Requirements

1. New Passing Rule

Candidates no longer need to repeat passed papers to clear a function. They will only need to write exams for papers they have not passed.

  • Validity: Passed papers are valid for five years from the month of the exam.

2. Fee Structure

The fee structure for appearing in a particular function remains unchanged.

Results: From 1st July 2005, results will indicate papers passed/unpassed.
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