Second Mate Foundation Course in Chennai

The Second Mate Foundation Course is an approved DG Shipping program, lasting two months, which is compulsory for deck ratings who wish to take the examination for the Second Mate Certificate of Competency. The course is intended for Deck Ratings with an educational background up to the 10th standard. It entails basic concepts in the study of nautical mathematics, physics, chemistry, and electricity.

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Eligibility for the Second Mate Foundation Course

To attend the Second Mate Foundation Course in Chennai, you need to clear all of the points mentioned below. 

1. Completed a 6-month approved GP rating course.

2. After completion of 18 months of sea service, candidates are permitted to attend the two-month foundation Course and appear for the foundation course examination for 2nd Mate(FG) 

3. Sea time completion letter from the company and SSTP Cadet Record Book

4. Valid INDoS number

5. Valid Indian Passport

6. Valid Indian CDC

Documents Required for Second Mate Foundation Course

 To apply for the Second Mate Foundation Course in Chennai, you need a list of documents such as:

• INDoS Id

• A valid CDC,

• Sea time completion letter from the company and SSTP Record Book,

• Valid Medicals by a D.G. Shipping Approved Doctor (Click here for the list of DGS Approved Doctors),

• A valid passport.

Institutes Offering Second Mate Foundation Course in Chennai

As there are no training centers within Chennai offering this course for Second Mates, the students have to go all the way to either Kolkata or Mumbai for enrolling in this course. These cities serve as prominent maritime centers and have good connectivity along with having several shipping institutes accredited by the Directorate General of Shipping.

Second Mate Foundation Course Fees in Mumbai and Kolkata

Indian Maritime University- Mumbai Port Campus (CAMSAR & MERI)

The Indian Maritime University provides a Second Mate Foundation Course for students who wish to pursue a career in the DG Shipping sector. This course lasts for two months and focuses on imparting a solid foundation in maritime law, navigation, and seamanship. The cost of the course is about INR 15,000.

How to Book a Second Mate Foundation Course

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Step 2: Select Course = Second Mate Foundation Course; State =Maharashtra; City = Mumbai; Month = (Your preferred Month).

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