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Addendum V to DGS Training Circular 12 of 2020 dated 01.04.2020
Applicable to:
All Maritime Training Institutes (MTIs), Indian seafarers, and foreign students
Effective Date:
Immediate
Superseded Circulars:
DGS Training Circular 12 of 2020
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Admission of Foreign Students — Pre-sea courses
DGS allows admission of foreign nationals, NRIs, and OCIs in DNS, B.Sc. Nautical Science, and B.Tech Marine Engineering programs, subject to meeting minimum eligibility criteria and obtaining permission from DGS.
- Eligible Entrance Exams: IMU-CET, JEE (Main), CUET, SAT, IELTS
- Admission Limit: Total admissions (Indian + foreign) restricted to sanctioned intake
- Registration: Foreign students must register with Bureau of Immigration
- Medical Certificate: Students must produce a medical fitness certificate from a DGS-approved doctor
IMU-CET Exam Date 10.06.2023
Important Note
MTIs must inform DGS before admitting foreign nationals. Strictly follow immigration rules and DGS norms for admitting foreign students.
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