| Batch Dates | Location / Mode | Timing | Fees | Book Now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 May 2026 - 01 May 2026 | VIZAG - Physical Class | 7.00 to 16.30 | 5900Rs | |
| 02 May 2026 - 02 May 2026 | KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class | 5.45 to 17.00 | 5900Rs | |
| 04 May 2026 - 04 May 2026 | KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class | 5.45 to 17.00 | 5900Rs | |
| 08 May 2026 - 08 May 2026 | VIZAG - Physical Class | 7.00 to 16.30 | 5900Rs | |
| 09 May 2026 - 09 May 2026 | KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class | 5.45 to 17.00 | 5900Rs |
| DGS Course ID | Exit Exam | ELearning | ELearning Hours | Elearning Pass Mark | Course Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6312 | No | Yes | 15 Hrs | 60% | 5 Years |
If the certificate details are updated on the Seafarer Profile, then the seafarer profile can be submitted. Alternatively, the AFF Certificate can be uploaded on the HIMT Portal.
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 Final Assessment.
Course ID for R- AFF E-Learning- 6312
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Certificate Format:
The course certificate of R-AFF will include the competencies of R-FPFF. Detailed Video explanation along with the format: https://youtu.be/8LuI5X80Bm0
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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.
After training, you will be dropped back to the city center in the HIMT shuttle bus.
Departure from HIMT Kalpakkam- 4:00 PM
Arrival back to HIMT Kilpauk- 6:30 PM
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.
