समुद्रीय प्रशासन महानिदेशालय
Directorate General of Maritime Administration
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Government of India
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DGS Circulars

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2026
68 of 2026 Launch of the Enhanced Recruitment and Placement Service License (RPSL) Module and Discontinuation of Separate e-Migrate Access for Non-Seafarers under Merchant Shipping Notice No.02 of 2018 Crew 14-Oct-2026 DGS Circulars 1,003.92 KB / PDF Download
67 of 2026 Prominent Display of DGMA 24×7 Grievance Redressal Contact Information Crew 09-Oct-2026 DGS Circulars 546.90 KB / PDF Download
66 of 2026 Recruitment/Deolovment of Indian Seafarers on Malavsian Flagged Vessels Crew 08-Oct-2026 DGS Circulars 400.75 KB / PDF Download
65 of 2026 Clarification to existing provision within TEAP Manual Part A, Chapter III related to issuance of steam/motor endorsement to MEO Class I / Class II CoC holders, reg. Examination Assessment and Certification-Engineering 29-Sep-2026 DGS Circulars 948.73 KB / PDF Download
63 of 2026 Guidelines for ETO Preparatory Course Training Branch 23-Sep-2026 DGS Circulars 6.95 MB / PDF Download
62 of 2026 Guidelines for MEO Class-IV Preparatory Course Training Branch 23-Sep-2026 DGS Circulars 6.97 MB / PDF Download
61 of 2026 Clarification regarding endorsement of signatures in Continuous Discharge certificate (CDC) Booklets of Masters/Shipping Masters and promulgation of guidelines in the Matter-reg Crew 24-Sep-2026 DGS Circulars 652.94 KB / PDF Download
60 of 2026 Accidental Release of Free-fall Lifeboat (FFLB) at Sea Nautical Wing 22-Sep-2026 DGS Circulars 3.15 MB / PDF Download
57 of 2026 Addendum 01 To DGS Circular No. 57 Of 2026 -Extension of Transition Period for Issuance of Medical Fitness Certificate through e-Samudra Portal. Nautical Wing 30-Sep-2026 DGS Circulars 579.58 KB / PDF Download
57 of 2026 Issuance of Medical Fitness Certificate through e-Samudra Portal - res. Nautical Wing 07-Sep-2026 DGS Circulars 15.81 MB / PDF Download
56 of 2026 Launch of Seafarer Tracking Module on e-NAVIK DGMA Portal DGMA Circular no. 56 of 2026 Nautical Wing 04-Sep-2026 DGS Circulars 4.26 MB / PDF Download
55 of 2026 Continuation of exemptions granted under the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958 consequent upon the enactment of the Merchant Shipping Act, 2025 and the Coastal Shipping Act, 2025 Mercantile Marine Law 02-Sep-2026 DGS Circulars 648.34 KB / PDF Download
54 of 2026 Cybersecurity Awareness Training on Physical & Workspace Security, Mobile Security and Email Security Habits - reg IT & E-Governance 01-Sep-2026 DGS Circulars 2.14 MB / PDF Download
53 of 2026 DGMA CIRCULAR 53 OF 2026 Alternative/Dual Certification for Seafarers (Ratings and Able Seafarer) NT/ENG Circulars 31-Aug-2026 DGS Circulars 2.74 MB / PDF Download
52 of 2026 Revision in the implementation procedure of the Medical Support Scheme for Critical / Terminal Illness of Seafarers' Welfare Fund Society (SWFS). Nautical Wing 28-Aug-2026 DGS Circulars 3.08 MB / PDF Download
51 of 2026 Near Coastal Voyages (NCV) Engine Cadet scheme for General Purpose (GP) Rating to Marine Engineer Officer Class IV -NCV certification. Examination Assessment and Certification-Engineering 21-Aug-2026 DGS Circulars 1.31 MB / PDF Download
50 of 2026 Transition pathway from Electro-Technical Officer (ETO) to MEO Class IV CoC, reg. Examination Assessment and Certification-Engineering 21-Aug-2026 DGS Circulars 916.68 KB / PDF Download
48 of 2026 Discontinuation of Immigration Procedures for Sien-On/Sien-Off and Shore Leave Pass (SLP) for Crew/Supe rnumeraries of Indian Flas Coastal Run Vessels Crew 10-Aug-2026 DGS Circulars 603.36 KB / PDF Download
47 of 2026 Advisory for the Safety and Security of Indian Seafarers in view of the Heightened Security Situation in the Gulf Region. Nautical Wing 05-Aug-2026 DGS Circulars 151.40 KB / PDF Download
46 of 2026 Maritime Cyber Security Risk Management for Port Facilities under the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code -reg Nautical Wing 04-Aug-2026 DGS Circulars 742.18 KB / PDF Download
45 of 2026 Awareness regarding revised eligibility criteria for issuance of Indian CDC and compliance by DG-approved Maritime Training Institutes (MTIs) Crew 31-Jul-2026 DGS Circulars 725.63 KB / PDF Download
44 of 2026 Roll-out of BSID Version 2.0 for issuance of Biometric Seafarer’s Identity Document (BSID) to Indian Seafarers - regarding Crew 31-Jul-2026 DGS Circulars 3.59 MB / PDF Download
42 of 2026 Maritime Security Advisory for Indian flagged vessels and foreign flagged vessels with Indian seafarers onboard, transiting or navigation in/around Yemen waters, Bab-el- Mandeb Strait and the Southern Red Sea-reg. ISPS & Maritime Security 23-Jul-2026 DGS Circulars 242.88 KB / PDF Download
41 of 2026 Maritime Security Advisory for Indian Ships and Foreign Flagged vessel with Indian Seafarers Transiting/ Operating in the Black Sea-reg ISPS & Maritime Security 23-Jul-2026 DGS Circulars 94.06 KB / PDF Download
40 of 2026 Maritime Security Advisory on Piracy / armed robbery for Indian ships and foreigned flagged vessels carrying Indian seafarers transiting the gulf of Aden, southern red sea and waters off the horn of africa- reg. ISPS & Maritime Security 27-Jul-2026 DGS Circulars 5.41 MB / PDF Download
39 of 2026 Rationalisation and Consolidation of Welfare Schemes administered bv Seafarers' Welfare Fund Society (SWFS) SWFS 20-Jul-2026 DGS Circulars 16.13 MB / PDF Download
38 of 2026 Revised immigration provision relating to Shore Leave Pass (SLP) and Crew Change (Sign-on/Sign-off) of Seafarers, pursuant to the Ministry of Home Affairs Circular No.663 dated 03 July 2026-reg. Crew 15-Jul-2026 DGS Circulars 436.48 KB / PDF Download
37 of 2026 Implementation of Ministry of Ports Shipping and Waterways Notification S.O. 3690(E) dated 07.07.2026 exempting foreign vessels chartered by units established in the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) from the requirement of licence under Section 11 of the Coastal Shipping Act 2025 Shipping Development 15-Jul-2026 DGS Circulars 986.33 KB / PDF Download
36 of 2026 DGMA Advisory on Precautionary Measures for the Safety and Security of Indian Seafarers in View of the Heightened Security Situation in the Gulf Region ISPS & Maritime Security 15-Jul-2026 DGS Circulars 276.69 KB / PDF Download
35 of 2026 Implementation of Sagar Mein Samman Phase II — Thematic Committees, Committee- wise Obiectives, Roles and Responsibilities Training Branch 16-Jul-2026 DGS Circulars 1.75 MB / PDF Download
34 of 2026 Implementation of "Sagar Mein Yog" (SMY) Wellness Modules through Learning Management System (LMS) — req. Training Branch 01-Jul-2026 DGS Circulars 5.31 MB / PDF Download
33 of 2026 Precautionary Measures for Indian Seafarers operating in the Gulf Region – reg. Crew 26-Jun-2026 DGS Circulars 413.22 KB / PDF Download
32 of 2026 Guidelines for specification and deployment of patrol boats within port limits towards ISPS Compliance Nautical Wing 23-Jun-2026 DGS Circulars 434.54 KB / PDF Download
31 of 2026 Precautionary Measures for Indian Seafarers in view of the Heightened Security Situation in the Gulf Region – reg Crew 13-Jun-2026 DGS Circulars 343.58 KB / PDF Download
29 of 2026 Instructions regarding mandatory submission of FAL Forms through Maritime Single Window (MSW) System-reg Nautical Wing 08-Jun-2026 DGS Circulars 661.34 KB / PDF Download
28 of 2026 Guidelines for Indian Seafarers and vessels calling at Indian Ports Crew 27-May-2026 DGS Circulars 3.37 MB / PDF Download
27 of 2026 Introduction of Standardized ‘Sagar Mein Yog’ Syllabus for Implementation in All Approved Pre-Sea Maritime Training Institutes Training Circulars 20-May-2026 DGS Circulars 5.20 MB / PDF Download
26 of 2026 Introduction of six-month competency course for Deck Ratings to appear in the Second Mate (Foreign Going) Certificate of Competency Examination Nautical Wing 19-May-2026 DGS Circulars 2.72 MB / PDF Download
25 of 2026 Issuance of Electro-Technical Rating Certificate of Proficiency & progression to ETO certification. Engineering Wing 19-May-2026 DGS Circulars 1.17 MB / PDF Download
22 of 2026 Authorization of CISF Technical Consultancy Wing as Recognized Security Organization (RSO) for Port Facilities under ISPS Code Nautical Wing 06-May-2026 DGS Circulars 901.57 KB / PDF Download
21 of 2026 DGS Circ 21 of 2026 Launch of the New Examination Module for the Merchant navy officers and Data Migration to the New System Nautical Wing 30-Apr-2026 DGS Circulars 3.37 MB / PDF Download
21 of 2026 Safety Advisory for Indian Seafarers ashore, in Iranian ports, and onboard vessels at anchorages or operating in or around Iranian waters - reg. Crew 07-Apr-2026 DGS Circulars 105.88 KB / PDF Download
19 of 2026 Requirements for the carriage of plastic pellets by sea in freight containers Nautical Wing 03-Apr-2026 DGS Circulars 831.93 KB / PDF Download
17 of 2026 Extension of validity of Certificates of Competency (CoC), Certificates of Proficiency (CoP) and other STCW certificates due to the prevailing security situation in the Middle East / West Asia region – reg. Nautical Wing 29-Mar-2026 DGS Circulars 1.04 MB / PDF Download
15 of 2026 Issues faced in export shipments through sea routes in view of the evolving situation in the Middle East-reg Multimodal Transport Operator (MTO) 13-Mar-2026 DGS Circulars 422.68 KB / PDF Download
14 of 2026 Advisory to Shipping Lines/Carriers/Agents regarding transparency in transaction costs and avoidance of predatory, non-transparent, and opportunistic pricing in EXIM trade. Shipping Development 09-Mar-2026 DGS Circulars 576.09 KB / PDF Download
13 of 2026 Implementation of Amendments to the STCW Convention, 1978, as amended, related to Ships Operating in Polar Waters (Regulation V/4) (MSC.416(97) & MSC.417(97)) Nautical Wing 09-Mar-2026 DGS Circulars 521.61 KB / PDF Download
12 of 2026 Implementation of the 2016 amendments to the STCW Convention and Code relating to Regulation V/2 – Training and Certification requirements for personnel on passenger ships - reg. Nautical Wing 09-Mar-2026 DGS Circulars 373.49 KB / PDF Download
8 of 2026 Advisory to Indian Flag Vessels and Indian Seafarers regarding escalation of Security Situation in Iran, Strait of Hormuz, Persian Gulf and Adjacent Waters – reg. Crew 28-Feb-2026 DGS Circulars 879.81 KB / PDF Download
7 of 2026 Preparatory Course for Oral Examination leading to Nautical Grade Certificate of Competency under the STCW Convention-reg. Nautical Wing 21-Feb-2026 DGS Circulars 4.96 MB / PDF Download
5 of 2026 Implementation of Sagar mein samman (SMS) – Five-year action plan (2025–2030) for promotion of gender equality and inclusion in the maritime sector. Crew 09-Feb-2026 DGS Circulars 726.99 KB / PDF Download
4 of 2026 Regarding the revision of the checklist for registration certificates/renewal of registration and changes in name/address. Multimodal Transport Operator (MTO) 04-Feb-2026 DGS Circulars 491.85 KB / PDF Download
3 of 2026 Mandatory Training Requirements for Security Personnel engaged by the Port Facilities Nautical Wing 02-Feb-2026 DGS Circulars 612.50 KB / PDF Download
--- DGMA Circ 64 of 2026 Extension of validity of Certificates of Competency (CoC), Certificates of Proficiency (CoP) and other STCW certificates in view of the continued heightened security situation in the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, Black Sea and Middle East / West Asia region – reg. NT/ENG Circulars 28-Sep-2026 DGS Circulars 991.93 KB / PDF Download
--- Draft DGMA Engineering Wing Circular No. xx of 2026 - Methanol Bunkering Guidelines. Any comments/inputs/suggestions may be sent to the Engineering wing of the DGMA by email to "pravin.roy- dgs@gov.in" till August 25, 2026. Engineering Wing 25-Aug-2026 DGS Circulars 328.31 KB / PDF Download
--- Appendix - I DGS (Engineering) Circular No. xxx of 2026 - Methanol Bunkering Guidelines. Any comments/inputs/suggestions may be sent to the Engineering wing of the DGMA by email to "pravin.roy- dgs@gov.in" till August 25, 2026. Engineering Wing 17-Aug-2026 DGS Circulars 372.30 KB / PDF Download
--- Draft EAC Circular on Near Coastal Voyage (NCV) Engine cadet scheme for General Purpose (GP) Rating to Marine Engineer Officer Class-IV - NCV certifications Examination Assessment and Certification-Engineering 10-Aug-2026 DGS Circulars 805.20 KB / PDF Download
--- Draft EAC circular on Transition pathway from Electro-Technical Officer (ETO) to MEO Class IV CoC, reg Examination Assessment and Certification-Engineering 10-Aug-2026 DGS Circulars 523.93 KB / PDF Download
--- Draft EAC Circular on Preparatory courses for MEO and ETO grade of CoC examinations, reg. Examination Assessment and Certification-Engineering 10-Aug-2026 DGS Circulars 865.60 KB / PDF Download
--- Draft EAC Circular on Eligibility criteria for admission to Graduate Marine Engineer (GME) Course, reg. Examination Assessment and Certification-Engineering 10-Aug-2026 DGS Circulars 346.05 KB / PDF Download
--- Draft circular for Guidelines for specification and deployment of patrol boats within port limits towards ISPS Compliance. email ID: n.mukesh@gov.in and deo7.nt-dgs@govcontractor.nic.in Nautical Wing 21-May-2026 DGS Circulars 392.89 KB / PDF Download
--- Introduction of Standardized "Sagar Mein Yog" Syllabus for Implementation in All Approved Pre-Sea Maritime Training Institutes - reg Training Circulars 04-May-2026 DGS Circulars 3.74 MB / PDF Download
--- Appointment of First Appellate Authority/Public Information Officer under Right to Information Act, 2005 – modification reg. Personnel Branch 29-Apr-2026 DGS Circulars 1.66 MB / PDF Download
--- Draft Circular on Introduction of six-month competency course for Deck Ratings to appear in the Second Mate (Foreign Going) Certificate of Competency Examination. Comments/Suggetions/Feedback may be sent to ravi.sikarwar@gov.in , vikram.manhas@gov.in and nautic.lglassit3-dgs@nic.in by 15-04-2026. Nautical Wing 06-Apr-2026 DGS Circulars 110.84 KB / DOCX Download
--- Circular reg. Closed office on 15.01.2026 Administration 14-Jan-2026 DGS Circulars 343.59 KB / PDF Download
2025
60 of 2025 Promulgation of safety video series by dg shipping - highly recommended for all the seafarers and trainees Nautical Wing 22-Dec-2025 DGS Circulars 379.01 KB / PDF Download
59 of 2025 Addendum to Training Circular No 6 of 2025 on Swimming Pool Training Circulars 15-Dec-2025 DGS Circulars 388.20 KB / PDF Download
58 of 2025 Advisory and instructions on Safe Voyage Planning for General Cargo ships Operating between Mainland and A&N islands and within the A&N islands in Monsoon and Rough Weather Conditions – reg. Nautical Wing 15-Dec-2025 DGS Circulars 12.35 MB / PDF Download
57 of 2025 Addendum 2 to the DGS Circular 03 of 2023 dated 13.01.2023 with reeards to uploading the mandatorv documents relatinq to "Total number of nersons for which lifesaving appliances are Drovided" - reg. Crew 11-Dec-2025 DGS Circulars 1.24 MB / PDF Download
56 of 2025 Introduction of Revised Form-l (RPSL- for Indian seafares workinq on foreign flag vessels). Form-lA (RPSL/Indian ship owner - for Indian seafares working on Indian flag vessels) and Form-lB (llon-RPSL - for Non-Seafarer Categories) for Uniform Verification at Immisration Check-Posls - res Crew 11-Dec-2025 DGS Circulars 2.51 MB / PDF Download
55 of 2025 Seafarers Advisory on Avoidins Fraud. Cheatins & Unauthorized Recruitment durinq Employment Crew 11-Dec-2025 DGS Circulars 1.70 MB / PDF Download
54 of 2025 DGS Circular No. 54 of 2025 - Consolidated requirements for Minimum Safe Manning for Indian Ships (Nautical) Nautical Wing 08-Dec-2025 DGS Circulars 662.54 KB / PDF Download
53 of 2025 Incorporation of new STCW Competence on “Prevention of and Response to Violence and Harassment, including Sexual Harassment, Bullying and Sexual Assault” in PSSR Course which is a part of Basic Safety Training (BST) (Course ID 6101 / 6141) Nautical Wing 01-Dec-2025 DGS Circulars 917.52 KB / PDF Download
52 of 2025 Celebration of Samvidhan Diwas on 26th November 2025 Administration 25-Nov-2025 DGS Circulars 2.23 MB / PDF Download
50 of 2025 Notification of System Migration and Temporary Service Downtime - MTO Application Portal-reg. Multimodal Transport Operator (MTO) 06-Nov-2025 DGS Circulars 341.78 KB / PDF Download
48 of 2025 Trainins of Trainers (ToT) for "Sagar Mein Yog" Programme for Promoting Holistic Wellness among Indian Seafarers Crew 06-Nov-2025 DGS Circulars 1.57 MB / PDF Download
47 of 2025 DGS Nautical / Engineering Wing - Guidelines for Grant of Approvals for Conduct of Sea Trials of Newly Constructed/ Modified/ Repaired Vessels in Indian waters Engineering Wing 24-Oct-2025 DGS Circulars 857.22 KB / PDF Download
45 of 2025 DGS Circular No.45 of 2025 dated 06.10.2025 regarding SOP for CPIOs and FAAs of the Directorate. RTI Branch 06-Oct-2025 DGS Circulars 1.03 MB / PDF Download
44 of 2025 Strengthening Compliance and Operational Use of Visitor Access Management System (VAMS) in the DGS Premises reg. Administration 06-Oct-2025 DGS Circulars 1.84 MB / PDF Download
43 of 2025 Prevention of Forged Entries in Continuous Discharge Certificates (CDCs) by RPSL Agents / Shipping Companies /Seafarers - reg Crew 01-Oct-2025 DGS Circulars 827.13 KB / PDF Download
42 of 2025 Death of seafarer due to fall from Crane Cabin Nautical Wing 30-Sep-2025 DGS Circulars 621.52 KB / PDF Download
41 of 2025 Revised Course Curriculum for Chief Mate (NCV) Phase-I and Phase-II Course Nautical Wing 23-Sep-2025 DGS Circulars 1.64 MB / PDF Download
39 of 2025 Welfare Schemes Administered by Seafarers' Welfare Fund Society (SWFS) for Indian Seafarers Crew 18-Sep-2025 DGS Circulars 8.75 MB / PDF Download
38 of 2025 Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the Utilization of Office Vehicles under Custody of Admn. Branch Administration 16-Sep-2025 DGS Circulars 1.64 MB / PDF Download
37 of 2025 Observance of Swachhotsav under Swachhata Pakhwada 2025 Administration 11-Sep-2025 DGS Circulars 945.27 KB / PDF Download
36 of 2025 Revised Course Curriculum for NWKO (NCV) Course Training Circulars 10-Sep-2025 DGS Circulars 17.51 MB / PDF Download
35 of 2025 Launch of Online Portal for Issuance of License for Chartering of Foreign-Flag Vessels under Sections 406 and 407 of the Merchant Shipping Act 1958 Shipping Development 11-Sep-2025 DGS Circulars 6.46 MB / PDF Download
34 of 2025 Concentrated Inspection Campaign (CIC) on Ballast Water Management by various MOU’s from 1st September 2025 to 30th November 2025 Engineering Wing 25-Aug-2025 DGS Circulars 452.95 KB / PDF Download
33 of 2025 1User Acceptance Testing (UAT) of the New Developed Directorate General of Shipping Website IT & E-Governance 28-Jul-2025 DGS Circulars 385.24 KB / PDF Download
32 of 2025 Biofuel Bunkering Guidelines Engineering Miscellaneous 22-Jul-2025 DGS Circulars 519.10 KB / PDF Download
31 of 2025 Addendum - I to DGS (NT/ENG) Circular No. 31 of 2025 - Mandatory compliance measures to prevent engagement of Seafarers without appropriate training and demonstratable competence prior issuance of certificates – Instructions to Ship Owner, Ship Managers, RPSL Agencies, Seafarers and Stakeholders Nautical Wing 05-Aug-2025 DGS Circulars 215.78 KB / PDF Download
31 of 2025 Mandatory compliance measures to prevent engagement of Seafarers without appropriate training and demonstratable competence prior issuance of certificates – Instructions to Ship Owner, Ship Managers, RPSL Agencies, Seafarers and Stakeholders Nautical Miscellaneous 18-Jul-2025 DGS Circulars 277.20 KB / PDF Download
30 of 2025 Calculation of Net Tonnage factor for Financial Year 2024-25 to be used by Tonnage Tax Companies having Space / Slot arrangement Multimodal Transport Operator (MTO) 07-Jul-2025 DGS Circulars 443.81 KB / PDF Download
29 of 2025 Commencement of Nautical Grade Examination at MMD Visakhapatnam Nautical Wing 12-Jul-2025 DGS Circulars 228.74 KB / PDF Download
28 of 2025 Maritime Advisory to all Indian seafarers and Indian flagged vessels in reference to the Indian embassy in Tehran. Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Social media Advisory dated 13.06.2025 Crew 13-Jun-2025 DGS Circulars 402.62 KB / PDF Download
26 of 2025 Entry into force of the Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships, 2009 Engineering Miscellaneous 26-May-2025 DGS Circulars 405.13 KB / PDF Download
25 of 2025 Maritime Security Notification for Vessels traversing through Gulf of Guinea Nautical Wing 22-May-2025 DGS Circulars 1.16 MB / PDF Download
24 of 2025 Revised course Curriculum for Second Mate Foundation course STCW 21-May-2025 DGS Circulars 5.14 MB / PDF Download
23 of 2025 Foul weather relaxation for MSV sailing for Tuticorin - Colombo and Tuticorin - Male Nautical Wing 19-May-2025 DGS Circulars 752.92 KB / PDF Download
22 of 2025 Implementation of the Revised Exit Examination Framework for DG Shipping Approved Maritime Training Institute (MTIs) Training Circulars 13-May-2025 DGS Circulars 1.33 MB / PDF Download