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Corrigendum to DGS Order No. 5 of 2013 dated 15/03/2013

Applicable to: All DGS approved maritime training institutes
Effective Date: Upon receipt
Superseded Circulars: DGS Order No. 5 of 2013 dated 15/03/2013

Key Changes and Requirements

1. Clarification on Certificate of Competency (CoC)

The definition of Certificate of Competency (CoC) has been updated to include certificates issued or recognized by the Government of India.

2. Endorsement of Recognized Certificates

Endorsement of recognized certificates is no longer required for teaching faculty at maritime training institutes.

  • Note: Endorsement is still required for sailing on Indian ships.
II/4  DGS Order No. 5 of 2013
Important Note

All DGS approved maritime training institutes and Marine Manpower Divisions should take note of these changes.

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