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ECDIS Course in Chennai

ECDIS Course in Chennai

Mar 7, 2026blogBy competency

ECDIS Course in Chennai

The ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display & Information System) Course is a required STCW training course for Deck Officers to use ECDIS equipment safely while at sea. This course teaches you about electronic navigational charts (ENC's), route planning & monitoring, alarm management, connecting sensors (GPS, AIS, Radar) as well as legal obligations under IMO regulations. The course also includes simulator training with many practical exercises such as passage planning, establishing safety settings on ECDIS, updating & managing ENCs, identifying errors. The training increases navigational safety and reduces human error, and ensures compliance with SOLAS regulations when working on vessels equipped with ECDIS systems. Successful completion of this course is required for Deck Officers serving on vessels operating ECDIS systems.

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Eligibility for ECDIS Course

ECDIS Course Eligibility (Simple Points)

  • You need a Certificate of Competency as Deck Officer (OOW, Mate or Master).

  • You will need to complete Basic STCW Safety courses.

  • Recommended: You should also have completed sea going experience as a deck officer.

  • Valid INDOS Number (for Indians).

  • A medical Certificate of fitness, according to maritime laws.

Documents required for ECDIS Course

Documents Necessary for ECDIS Course

  1. Certificate of Competence (CoC) Copy

  2. Valid Continuous Discharge Certificate (CDC)

  3. Proof of INDOS number (For Indian Seafarers)

  4. STCW Course Certificates (Basic Safety etc.)

  5. Copy Of Passport

  6. Photograph Before (3×4 inches)

  7. Medical Certificate of Fitness

  8. Company Nomination Letter (optional, only if sponsored by a company)

Institutes Offering ECDIS Course in Chennai

Institute

City

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HIMT Chennai

Chennai

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Indian Maritime College

Chennai

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AMET City College

Chennai

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ECDIS Course Fees in Chennai

Institute

Fees

HIMT Chennai

₹13,900

Indian Maritime College

₹12,200

AMET City College

₹12,000

Candidates please note that the Dates and Batch availability  for the course are subject to change therefore, always refer to STCW Course Finder for the updated Dates and Batch availability before booking for the course.

The HIMT Kilpauk in Chennai

The HIMT Kilpauk in Chennai is a well-known and respected maritime training institute that is part of the HIMT Group. The HIMT Group is one of the largest and most reputable maritime education companies in India and first opened its doors in 1998. The institute is accredited by the Directorate General of Shipping and has also been certified as being ISO 9001:2015 compliant, so it provides a complete range of courses that are listed as "Approved by the DG Shipping," including courses for basic safety through to modular advanced training for all seafaring individuals. HIMT Kilpauk offers state-of-the-art equipment for teaching and training (including simulators), experienced staff, practical training facilities, and strong links to the maritime industry to assist seafarers to progress their careers as Deck Officers, Engineers and Ratings. HIMT also operates several specialised centres throughout India to assist with international accreditations, like the HIMT Offshore Centre, which runs UK MCA training, helping individuals develop their global maritime skills.

How to Book a ECDIS Course Fees in Chennai ?

To reserve a seat for an ECDIS Course in Chennai

Many candidates waste hours researching different Institutes before selecting the appropriate course and determining the cost of attending based on numerous phone calls to each Institute.

With the STCW Course Finder website, you can search for ECDIS courses available throughout multiple Institutes at the click of a mouse.

  1. Visit www.stcwcoursefinder.com

2. Select the ECDIS course and choose "Tamil Nadu" as your state Chennai as your city; then select what month you would like to begin taking the ECDIS course.

Step 3: Submit Your Query: Fill in your details and submit the form. We will contact the institute and find the best deal for you, all for free!

Conclusion

This blog provides assistance to seafarers regarding which training institution will best suit their needs according to where they choose to live. It is recommended that you always check stcwcoursefinder.com for up-to-date training course details for these training institutes.