DG Shipping India CoC (NCV/CoC)
Code dgs-india-coc
Government of India Directorate General of Shipping Certificate of Competency; STCW-aligned, common origin for Indian seafarers worldwide.
- Prerequisites
- Sea service per Merchant Shipping (Examination/Certification) Rules
- Duration
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- Validity
- 5 years
- Refresher
- every 5 years
- Typical cost
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Where to take this course
Country guides list accredited training centres in the major seafarer-supplying nations:
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DG Shipping India CoC (NCV/CoC): FAQ
- What is the DG Shipping India CoC (NCV/CoC) (DGS-INDIA-COC) certification?
- Government of India Directorate General of Shipping Certificate of Competency; STCW-aligned, common origin for Indian seafarers worldwide. Category: National.
- Who needs DGS-INDIA-COC?
- DGS-INDIA-COC applies to seafarers in roles defined under STCW. Recommended prerequisites: Sea service per Merchant Shipping (Examination/Certification) Rules. Without DGS-INDIA-COC, operators may decline to roster you for the relevant duties.
- Where can I get DGS-INDIA-COC?
- DGS-INDIA-COC is delivered by approved training centres in most major maritime training countries. Use our /training-centres directory and the certifications-by-country filters to find an approved provider near you. The flag administration of your seaman's book may also publish a list of accepted providers.
- How long is DGS-INDIA-COC valid?
- 5 years from issue, with a refresher required every 5 years. Plan your revalidation course before the expiry date; lapsed certificates may require re-sitting the full course rather than a refresher, and operators may refuse to extend a contract while a critical certificate is expired.