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Draft EAC Circular on Preparatory courses for MEO and ETO grade of CoC examinations, reg.
**Summary of DGS Circular: Preparatory Courses for MEO and ETO Examinations**
Applicable to:
Indian seafarers appearing for MEO and ETO CoC examinations
Effective Date:
01 January 2027
Superseded Circulars:
None explicitly stated
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Introduction of Mandatory Preparatory Courses
Mandatory preparatory courses are introduced for MEO Class IV and ETO CoC examinations to enhance candidates' technical knowledge and examination preparedness.
- MEO Class IV: One-month preparatory course mandatory for first-time applicants and those who haven't appeared for exams in 2026.
- ETO: One-month preparatory course mandatory for first-time applicants and those who haven't appeared for exams in 2026.
2. Revision of MEO Class II and MEO Class I Preparatory Courses
Revised syllabi and course durations for MEO Class II and MEO Class I preparatory courses, effective 01 January 2027.
- MEO Class II: Course duration reduced to three months.
- MEO Class I: No change in course duration (two months).
II/4 Annexures I, II, III, and IV contain detailed course frameworks and syllabi for MEO Class IV, MEO Class II, MEO Class I, and ETO preparatory courses.
Important Note
MTIs must obtain approval for MEO Class IV and ETO preparatory courses from the Training Branch, DGMA, and commence training from 01 November 2026.
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