Total Package Amount : Rs. 19100/-

CourseEligibilityDetailsDocuments Required

Advanced Fire Fighting [AFF]

  • Officers, Cadets and Ratings having 12 months sea service (or) 6 months sea service with approved Pre-sea Training. (Proof of sea service required).
  • Basic course Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting (FPFF) must be completed
  • Medical fitness certificate in ILO format.
  • Non-Indian Participants need to hold a Student Visa to India to undergo the course.

Certificate Validity: Unlimited (As per DGS Order 40 of 2020)

As per DGS Order 11 of 2022, the exit exam has to be given only in the MTI.
In case the candidate fails in the exit exam, they can give the exit exam on the following working day at the MTI.

Kindly make the travel arrangements accordingly.

Dress Code : Collarless T.Shirts, Shorts, Sandals, Bathroom slippers are not permitted for Physical Classes

D. G. Shipping mandates a minimum batch strength of 25%. In the event that the number of participants in the course reduces due to withdrawals, causing the batch strength to fall below 25% of the batch capacity, the course would be postponed without any additional charges.

  • INDOS
  • Valid Medicals from a D.G.Shipping Approved Doctor
  • Basic FPFF certificate
  • CDC with a proof of sea service
  • We recommend candidates bring their own Boiler suit and Safety Shoes. Used Laundry cleaned Boiler suits sizes S to XXL, in limited numbers, are available for rent @ Rs. 99/pc, and used Safety Shoes sizes from 5-11 are available for rent at Rs. 99/pair. The payment for the same is to be done online through HIMT Student Portal.

If the sea service and the certificate details are updated on the Seafarer Profile, then the seafarer profile can be submitted.

As per DGS Order 20 of 2020, Successful Completion of E-Learning Modules through the DGS website is mandatory to get Digital Certificate for all DG approved Courses. You must complete the E- Learning Module of the course on D.G.Shipping Website, including passing the E- Learning Assessment, before the completion of your Physical class to be eligible to give your Exit Exam.

Find the detail guide to DG Shipping 3 Tier System Click here

MEDICAL FIRST AID [MFA]

  • Elementary First Aid (EFA) course must have been completed.
  • Must having 6 months sea service with approved Pre-sea Training.
  • Non-Indian Participants need to hold a Student Visa to India to undergo the course.

As per DGS Order 11 of 2022, the exit exam has to be given only in the MTI.
In case the candidate fails in the exit exam, they can give the exit exam on the following working day at the MTI.

Kindly make the travel arrangements accordingly.

Dress Code : Collarless T.Shirts, Shorts, Sandals, Bathroom slippers are not permitted for Physical Classes

D. G. Shipping mandates a minimum batch strength of 25%. In the event that the number of participants in the course reduces due to withdrawals, causing the batch strength to fall below 25% of the batch capacity, the course would be postponed without any additional charges.

  • CDC with a proof of six-month sea service,
  • EFA Certificate

If the sea service and the certificate details are updated on the Seafarer Profile, then the seafarer profile can be submitted.

As per DGS Order 20 of 2020, the Successful Completion of E-Learning Modules through the DGS website is mandatory to get Digital Certificate for all DG-approved Courses. You must complete the E- Learning Module of the course on D.G.Shipping Website, including passing the E- Learning Assessment, before the completion of your Physical class to be eligible to give your Exit Exam.

Find the detail guide to DG Shipping 3 Tier System Click here

Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boat other than Fast Rescue Boat [PSCRB]

  • Officers, Cadets and Ratings having 12 months sea service (or) 6 months sea service with approved Pre-sea Training. (Proof of sea service required).
  • Basic course Personal Survival Techniques (PST) must be completed
  • Medical fitness certificate in ILO format.
  • Non-Indian Participants need to hold a Student Visa to India to undergo the course.

As per DGS Order 11 of 2022, the exit exam has to be given only in the MTI.
In case the candidate fails in the exit exam, they can give the exit exam on the following working day at the MTI.

Kindly make the travel arrangements accordingly.

Dress Code : Collarless T.Shirts, Shorts, Sandals, Bathroom slippers are not permitted for Physical Classes

D. G. Shipping mandates a minimum batch strength of 25%. In the event that the number of participants in the course reduces due to withdrawals, causing the batch strength to fall below 25% of the batch capacity, the course would be postponed without any additional charges.

  • INDOS
  • Valid Medicals from a D.G.Shipping Approved Doctor
  • CDC with a proof of sea service,
  • PST Certificate
  • We recommend candidates bring their own Boiler suit and Safety Shoes. Used Laundry cleaned Boiler suits sizes S to XXL, in limited numbers, are available for rent @ Rs. 99/pc, and used Safety Shoes sizes from 5-11 are available for rent at Rs. 99/pair. The payment for the same is to be done online through HIMT Student Portal.

If the sea service and the certificate details are updated on the Seafarer Profile, then the seafarer profile can be submitted.

As per DGS Order 20 of 2020, Successful Completion of E-Learning Modules through the DGS website is mandatory to get Digital Certificate for all DG-approved Courses. You must complete the E- Learning Module of the course on D.G.Shipping Website, including passing the E- Learning Assessment, before the completion of your Physical class to be eligible to give your Exit Exam.

Find the detail guide to DG Shipping 3 Tier System Click here


Available Dates


Course NameDatesLocation/ModeTiming
AFF13 Jan 2025 - 18 Jan 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
AFF20 Jan 2025 - 24 Jan 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
AFF27 Jan 2025 - 31 Jan 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
AFF10 Feb 2025 - 14 Feb 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
AFF24 Feb 2025 - 28 Feb 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
AFF10 Mar 2025 - 14 Mar 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
AFF24 Mar 2025 - 28 Mar 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
AFF15 Apr 2025 - 19 Apr 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
AFF28 Apr 2025 - 02 May 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
AFF12 May 2025 - 16 May 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
AFF26 May 2025 - 30 May 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
AFF09 Jun 2025 - 13 Jun 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
AFF23 Jun 2025 - 27 Jun 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
AFF14 Jul 2025 - 18 Jul 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
AFF28 Jul 2025 - 01 Aug 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
AFF11 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
AFF25 Aug 2025 - 29 Aug 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
AFF08 Sep 2025 - 12 Sep 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA30 Dec 2024 - 02 Jan 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA06 Jan 2025 - 09 Jan 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA13 Jan 2025 - 17 Jan 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA20 Jan 2025 - 23 Jan 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA27 Jan 2025 - 30 Jan 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA03 Feb 2025 - 06 Feb 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA10 Feb 2025 - 13 Feb 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA17 Feb 2025 - 20 Feb 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA24 Feb 2025 - 27 Feb 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA03 Mar 2025 - 06 Mar 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA10 Mar 2025 - 13 Mar 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA17 Mar 2025 - 20 Mar 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA24 Mar 2025 - 27 Mar 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA01 Apr 2025 - 04 Apr 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA07 Apr 2025 - 10 Apr 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA21 Apr 2025 - 24 Apr 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA28 Apr 2025 - 01 May 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA05 May 2025 - 08 May 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA12 May 2025 - 15 May 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA19 May 2025 - 22 May 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA26 May 2025 - 29 May 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA02 Jun 2025 - 05 Jun 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA09 Jun 2025 - 12 Jun 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA16 Jun 2025 - 19 Jun 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA23 Jun 2025 - 26 Jun 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA30 Jun 2025 - 03 Jul 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA07 Jul 2025 - 10 Jul 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA14 Jul 2025 - 17 Jul 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA21 Jul 2025 - 24 Jul 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA28 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA04 Aug 2025 - 07 Aug 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45
MFA11 Aug 2025 - 14 Aug 2025KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical class only7.00 to 13.45