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SOP to grant permission to MTIs for conducting foreign administration approved coures
Applicable to:
Maritime Training Institutes (MTIs)
Effective Date:
2026-05-18
Superseded Circulars:
DGS Order No. 08 of 2025, DGS Order No. 4 of 2026
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Permission for Foreign Administration Courses
MTIs must obtain specific permission from DGS to conduct courses on behalf of foreign maritime administrations.
- Application: Submit application as per SOP annexed to this order.
- Permission: DGS will issue a "No Objection Certificate" (NOC) upon satisfaction.
- Promotion: MTIs must not promote these courses as "DGS Approved" without specific foreign-flag approval.
2. Batch Reporting and Compliance
MTIs must comply with DGS's centralized attendance system and reporting requirements.
- Registration: All candidates must be registered in the DGS MTI portal.
- Returns: MTIs must file 6-monthly and yearly returns as mandated for DGS-approved institutes.
- Overlap: Multiple batches of foreign administration-approved courses are not permitted at the same time.
II/4 Non-compliance may result in suspension/downgrading of approvals by DGS.
Important Note
MTIs must pay an annual fee of 1% of the total fees collected for foreign administration-approved courses. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action.
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