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Rejection of 4 Year Marine Engineering Students With 10+2 PCM with 45% (Prescribed by the DGS is minimum 60% in 10+2 PCM) by the Mercantile Marine Department to appear MEO Class IV Examinations and Hundreds of Students threat to Commit Suicide-reg.
Applicable to:
Students and Institutes offering maritime courses
Effective Date:
01 July 2022
Superseded Circulars:
None
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Eligibility Criteria for MEO Class IV Examinations
Students with 45% in 10+2 PCM are not eligible for MEO Class IV examinations. Minimum prescribed eligibility is 60%.
- Eligibility: 60% in 10+2 PCM
- Affected Students: 4 Year Marine Engineering Students with 45% in 10+2 PCM
2. Institute Compliance and Penalties
Institutes admitting ineligible students will face penalties, including refunding fees and paying compensation to affected students.
- Penalties: Refund fees, pay compensation
- Institute: International Maritime Academy, Chennai
II/4 DGS Order No. 4 of 2022
Important Note
Students and institutes are advised to comply with the prescribed eligibility criteria and guidelines to avoid penalties and ensure a fair process for all aspiring seafarers.
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