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Guidelines for conduct of Global Maritime Distress and Safety System-Restricted Operators Certificate course and examination & issue of Certificate of Competency –reg.

**DGS Circular 1 of 2024: Guidelines for GMDSS-ROC Course & Examination**
Applicable to: Indian seafarers, training institutes, and ship owners
Effective Date: 2024-04-30
Superseded Circulars: None

Key Changes and Requirements

1. Course Duration & Syllabus

The GMDSS (ROC) course duration is 40 hours, completed in 5 days (20 hours theory, 20 hours practical). The syllabus is governed by IMO Model Course 1.26 and Indian guidelines.

  • Duration: 40 hours (5 days)
  • Syllabus: IMO Model Course 1.26, MOC guidelines, and DGS Circular

2. Eligibility & Examination

Candidates must have passed 10th standard and completed 1-week practical training on GMDSS equipment. The examination consists of a 50-mark written and 50-mark practical section, with an overall pass mark of 50%.

  • Eligibility: 10th pass, 1-week practical training
  • Examination: 50-mark written, 50-mark practical, overall 50% pass

3. Certificate of Competency (COC)

Upon passing the examination, candidates can apply for a GMDSS COC through the DGS e-governance portal. COC revalidation requires meeting sea time or experience requirements.

II/4  GMDSS Radio Operator (Regulation IV/2 of STCW Convention)
Important Note

Candidates must complete 2 weeks of sea service under a qualified radio operator before taking independent charge of a radio installation.

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