Total Package Amount : ₹ 5,800

CourseEligibilityDetailsDocuments Required

Refresher in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting [RFPFF]

  • INDOS is Mandatory
  • FPFF Course certificate  
  • Non-Indian Participants need to hold a Student Visa to India to undergo the course.

Click Here to view the list of Nearby Accomodations near HIMT Campuses. 

Reporting Time to HIMT Kilpauk- 5:45 AM. The bus will leave to HIMT College, Kalpakkam, by 6 AM from HIMT Kilpauk.

Please note that practical training sessions will be conducted at the HIMT Mock-up Facility in the outskirts of the city, approx 60-70 km from HIMT city center. The approximate travel time from HIMT city center to the facility is about 1 - 1.5 hours in the HIMT shuttle bus.

Departure from HIMT Kalpakkam- 4:00 PM
Arrival back to HIMT Kilpauk- 6:30 PM

Incase you wish to leave earlier, after course completion, please make the necessary arrangements at your end. 

If you are located closer to the bus route, you can also board the bus at any of the designated stops given below.

Bus Stops:
5:45 AM - HIMT Kilpauk ( Maps Location- https://goo.gl/maps/VsqekJM6r2v )
6: 10 AM- Tidal Park Signal Junction ( Maps Location- https://goo.gl/maps/rpQsHfT4QHjN33em9 )
6: 30 AM- Akkarai Water Tank ( Maps Location- https://maps.app.goo.gl/bTFinLkKd73aP2gSA )

The participants can board at either of the above stops. In case you are delayed and miss the bus, you can report to the campus directly.

Alternately, if you are staying closer to practical training facility, you can arrive there directly too, enjoying a scenic drive in East Coast Road. Participants directly reporting to HIMT College, Kalpakkam directly can report by 7:30 AM for breakfast.

Please note that the latest time to report to HIMT College, Kalpakkam is 8AM, failing which the course would be cancelled and you would need to re-book the course again.

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.

  • FPFF certificate
  • Valid Medicals by a D.G.Shipping Approved Doctor (Click here for the list of DGS Approved Doctors)
  • 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 & the certificate is 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 (DG Shipping Course ID- 6122) 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 Final Assessment.

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

Refresher in Personal Survival Techniques [RPST]

  • Candidate should hold PST Certificate
  • Non-Indian Participants need to hold a Student Visa to India to undergo the course.

Click Here to view the list of Nearby Accomodations near HIMT Campuses. 

Reporting Time to HIMT Kilpauk- 5:45 AM. The bus will leave to HIMT College, Kalpakkam, by 6 AM from HIMT Kilpauk.

Please note that practical training sessions will be conducted at the HIMT Mock-up Facility in the outskirts of the city, approx 60-70 km from HIMT city center. The approximate travel time from HIMT city center to the facility is about 1 - 1.5 hours in the HIMT shuttle bus.

Departure from HIMT Kalpakkam- 4:00 PM
Arrival back to HIMT Kilpauk- 6:30 PM

Incase you wish to leave earlier, after course completion, please make the necessary arrangements at your end. 

If you are located closer to the bus route, you can also board the bus at any of the designated stops given below.

Bus Stops:
5:45 AM - HIMT Kilpauk ( Maps Location- https://goo.gl/maps/VsqekJM6r2v )
6: 10 AM- Tidal Park Signal Junction ( Maps Location- https://goo.gl/maps/rpQsHfT4QHjN33em9 )
6: 30 AM- Akkarai Water Tank ( Maps Location- https://maps.app.goo.gl/bTFinLkKd73aP2gSA )

The participants can board at either of the above stops. In case you are delayed and miss the bus, you can report to the campus directly.

Alternately, if you are staying closer to practical training facility, you can arrive there directly too, enjoying a scenic drive in East Coast Road. Participants directly reporting to HIMT College, Kalpakkam directly can report by 7:30 AM for breakfast.

Please note that the latest time to report to HIMT College, Kalpakkam is 8AM, failing which the course would be cancelled and you would need to re-book the course again.

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.

  • PST certificate
  • Candidates need to carry a copy of their Valid DGS Approved Medical Certificate (Soft Copy will suffice)
  • Boiler Suits are required. We recommend candidates bring their own Boiler suit. Used Laundry cleaned Boiler suits sizes S to XXL, in limited numbers, are available for rent @ Rs. 99/pc. The payment for the same is to be done online through HIMT Student Portal. 
  • Please note that you do NOT need Safety shoes for this course. 

  • If the sea service & 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 (DG Shipping Course ID- 6112) 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 Final Assessment.

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


Available Dates


Course NameDatesLocation/ModeTiming
RFPFF12 May 2026 - 12 May 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RFPFF26 May 2026 - 26 May 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RFPFF09 Jun 2026 - 09 Jun 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RFPFF23 Jun 2026 - 23 Jun 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RFPFF07 Jul 2026 - 07 Jul 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RFPFF21 Jul 2026 - 21 Jul 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RFPFF04 Aug 2026 - 04 Aug 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RFPFF18 Aug 2026 - 18 Aug 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RFPFF08 Sep 2026 - 08 Sep 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RFPFF22 Sep 2026 - 22 Sep 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RFPFF06 Oct 2026 - 06 Oct 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RFPFF20 Oct 2026 - 20 Oct 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RFPFF03 Nov 2026 - 03 Nov 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RFPFF17 Nov 2026 - 17 Nov 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RFPFF08 Dec 2026 - 08 Dec 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RFPFF22 Dec 2026 - 22 Dec 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RPST11 May 2026 - 11 May 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RPST25 May 2026 - 25 May 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RPST08 Jun 2026 - 08 Jun 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RPST22 Jun 2026 - 22 Jun 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RPST06 Jul 2026 - 06 Jul 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RPST20 Jul 2026 - 20 Jul 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RPST03 Aug 2026 - 03 Aug 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RPST17 Aug 2026 - 17 Aug 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RPST07 Sep 2026 - 07 Sep 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RPST14 Sep 2026 - 14 Sep 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RPST21 Sep 2026 - 21 Sep 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RPST05 Oct 2026 - 05 Oct 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RPST02 Nov 2026 - 02 Nov 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RPST16 Nov 2026 - 16 Nov 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RPST07 Dec 2026 - 07 Dec 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00
RPST21 Dec 2026 - 21 Dec 2026KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class5.45 to 17.00