STCW Related Problems

What is STCW course?

• STCW stands for the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers.
• It is regulated by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and was originally adopted in 1978, with the most recent updates made in 2010 (known as the Manila Amendments).
• It sets global standards for the training, certification, and watchkeeping of seafarers to ensure safety at sea and protect the marine environment.
• In addition to meeting minimum training standards, all seafarers must hold valid certificates from recognized authorities indicating their qualifications to perform specific tasks onboard.
• These standards cover personal survival techniques; fire prevention and firefighting; medical first aid; maritime security awareness; communication; leadership; teamwork & human behavior.

What is the 3-tier system of the STCW course?

1. E-Learning: First, seafarers must enroll in the relevant courses via the DG Shipping website. Successful completion of the assessments for each individual course is required.
2. Offline Classes: Second, seafarers are required to attend in- person classes at a DG Shipping-approved Maritime Training Institute (MTI) for the STCW course.
3. EXIT Exam: Finally, seafarers must pass the EXIT examination, which is conducted exclusively at DG Shipping-approved MTIS.

What is successful completion of E-Learning Modules?

1. Visit the DG Shipping Website: Go to dgshipping.gov.in and navigate to the E-Learning section, then select Modular Courses and choose the desired course to enroll.
2. Course Enrollment: Click on the specific course you wish to enroll in, fill out the required details in the enrollment form, and submit.
3. Receive Login Credentials: After enrollment, you will receive a system-generated email containing your login ID (usually your Gmail address) and a password provided by the academy.
4. Access the E-Learning Portal: Return to the DG Shipping website, go to the E-Learning Portal, and log in using the credentials you received.
5. Face Verification: Complete the face verification process. Once verified, the course you enrolled in will be accessible.
6. Course Study: Click on the course to begin your studies. A progress bar will indicate how much of the course you have completed, while a timer will track your learning duration.
7. Complete the Course: After finishing the required learning modules or the time set by DG Shipping, you will gain access to the assessment button in the course profile.
8. Assessment: Click on the assessment button and complete the assessment to finalize your course.

Exit Exam Process

1. Login Screen: To log in to the DG Shipping Exams website, go to dgsexams.in, click the login section, enter your 8-digit INDOS number, and click “Login.”
2. Successful Login: After logging in, you’ll be redirected to the Student Profile screen, where you can view a detailed overview of your personal information, including your name, contact details, date of birth, and address.
3. Download Security Software: To download and run the software, click the “Operation Instruction” tab, download the .exe file, run it, enter your INDOS number, validate it, then select your desired course on the exam list page and click “Take Test” to begin the exam.
4. Exam Instruction Screen: After clicking “Take Test,” read the exam instructions in the pop-up, confirm by checking the box, click “Proceed” to start, follow the guidelines, answer the questions, and submit or finish the exam as instructed, receiving a performance summary or confirmation upon completion.
5. Exam Screen: During the exam, answer each multiple-choice question, click “Next” to proceed through the exam, and after the final question, click “Submit” to process your responses.
6. Result Screen: After submitting your exam, the Exam Result page will display details including total questions, correct and incorrect answers, unanswered questions, your pass/fail status, course name, and exam date.

How many attempts can be given for exit exam for a course?

• Candidates are provided with a maximum of three attempts to successfully pass the exam.
• Each attempt gives them an opportunity to demonstrate their understanding of the course material.
• However, if a candidate is unable to pass after all three attempts, they will be required to retake the entire course from the beginning.
• This process ensures that candidates thoroughly review and grasp the content before attempting the exam again.
• On the following working day. The candidate can mail to technical@dgsexams.in or info@dgsexams.in  queries regarding his/her EXIT Exam.

How to download STCW certificate?

1. Visit the “DG Shipping” website dgshipping.gov.in
2. Click on the “Indos/COP Checker” website.
3. From the drop-down menu, select “STCW Course.”
4. Enter your INDOS number and date of birth, then click “Search.”
5. Locate your certificate and click on the “Certificate Number.”
6. Your certificate will open; save it to your device for future use.