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Revalidation of Certificate of Competency
Applicable to:
Indian seafarers holding NCV certificates
Effective Date:
Immediate
Superseded Circulars:
None
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Certificate Revalidation Methods
Certificate of Competency (CoC) can be revalidated through:
- Seagoing service: 1 year in 5 years or 3 months in a lower rank/supernumerary capacity
- Equivalent jobs: Maritime surveyors, lecturers, superintendents, pilots, etc.
2. Course Requirements for Revalidation
Masters (FG) NCV: Advanced Shipboard Management & Ship Handling/Maneuvering Simulator
Mate (FG) NCV: 3 months Phase II course for First Mate under MS(STCW) rules 1998
Second Mate (FG): 4 months Post Sea Education and Training Course
Additionally, all candidates must attend an approved Revalidation Course.
Important Note
Officers who have not upgraded their certificate must undergo additional courses as per MS Notice 13 of 2003.
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