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Promotion of women seafarers in Merchant navy and criteria for selection of candidates for various pre-sea training courses

Applicable to: Indian seafarers, training institutes
Effective Date: October 30, 2003
Superseded Circulars: M.S. Notice 24 of 2002

Key Changes and Requirements

1. Age Relaxation for Women Candidates

The age limit for all pre-sea courses has been enhanced by 2 years for women candidates.

  • New Age Limit: Maximum 25 years for pre-sea courses

2. Awareness Drive for Women Seafarers

An awareness drive will be launched to inform young women about Merchant Navy opportunities.

Special treatment will be given to potential women seafarers joining pre-sea courses.

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Important Note

All other parameters for women candidates remain the same as prescribed in M.S. Notice 24 of 2002.

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