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Directorate General of Shipping
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
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DGS Circulars

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2026
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 DGS Circular 04 of 2026 regarding revision of checklist and user manual Multimodal Transport Operator (MTO) 04-Feb-2026 DGS Circulars 491.85 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 661.40 KB / PDF Download
3 of 2026 Mandatory Training Requirements for Security Personnel engaged by the Port Facilities Nautical Miscellaneous 02-Feb-2026 DGS Circulars 612.50 KB / PDF Download
--- Medical Examiner of Seafarers (Doctors) Regular List as on 06.02.2026 Nautical Wing 06-Feb-2026 DGS Circulars 1.74 MB / PDF Download
--- User Manual_Document_MTO_V3.1 Multimodal Transport Operator (MTO) 04-Feb-2026 DGS Circulars 8.33 MB / PDF 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
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) 11-Jun-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 Nautical Wing 11-Jun-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 Administration 10-Jan-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 Administration 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 18-Sep-2025 DGS Circulars 1.64 MB / PDF Download
37 of 2025 Observance of Swachhotsav under Swachhata Pakhwada 2025 Administration 09-Nov-2025 DGS Circulars 945.27 KB / PDF Download
36 of 2025 Revised Course Curriculum for NWKO (NCV) Course Nautical Wing 09-Oct-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 Administration 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-Sep-2025 DGS Circulars 452.95 KB / PDF Download
33 of 2025 User Acceptance Testing (UAT) of the New Developed Directorate General of Shipping Website Administration 28-Jul-2025 DGS Circulars 385.24 KB / PDF Download
33 of 2025 User Acceptance Testing (UAT) of the New Developed Directorate General of Shipping Website Administration 28-Jul-2025 DGS Circulars 534.27 KB / PDF Download
32 of 2025 Biofuel Bunkering Guidelines Engineering Miscellaneous 22-Jul-2025 DGS Circulars 519.10 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 Examination Assessment and Certification-Nautical 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 ISPS & Maritime Security 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 Navigation 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
21 of 2025 Consideration for Multiple Admission Pathways in Maritime Education and Mechanism for Filling Unfilled Seats Due to IMU CET -Recommendations Based on DGS Circular 12 of 2020, MIV 2030, NEP 2020, and Recent Government Orders Training Circulars 13-May-2025 DGS Circulars 1.01 MB / PDF Download
20 of 2025 Admission of Foreign Students in Maritime Training Programs Training Circulars 13-May-2025 DGS Circulars 897.63 KB / PDF Download
19 of 2025 Guidelines for the Safe Transfer of Seafarers, Pilots etc. using Pilot ladders, Gangways or Combination ladder etc. to / from a service boat or launch or a barge or crafts Marine Casuality Investigation 13-May-2025 DGS Circulars 594.16 KB / PDF Download
18 of 2025 Amendments to STCW 78, as amended NT/ENG Circulars 08-May-2025 DGS Circulars 352.33 KB / PDF Download
17 of 2025 LNG Bunkering Guidelines Engineering Miscellaneous 05-May-2025 DGS Circulars 536.06 KB / PDF Download
16 of 2025 Revised course curriculum for the Master (NCV) – Advanced Shipboard Management course STCW 30-Apr-2025 DGS Circulars 4.22 MB / PDF Download
15 of 2025 Maritime Advisory to all Indian seafarers and Indian flagged vessels in reference to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Advisory dated 24.04.2025 Crew 25-Apr-2025 DGS Circulars 502.87 KB / PDF Download
14 of 2025 Constitution of Expert Committee for Development of Seafarers Manual - Call for Nominations Crew 25-Apr-2025 DGS Circulars 317.17 KB / PDF Download
13 of 2025 Statistics of engagement of Indian seafarers on Indian / Foreign Flag Merchant vessels from 2010 to 2024 Crew 08-Apr-2025 DGS Circulars 5.17 MB / PDF Download
12 of 2025 Visa Exemption for Civilian Sea Crew Members Traveling to Republic of Malta to join the ships from Maltese Ports Crew 08-Apr-2025 DGS Circulars 344.26 KB / PDF Download
11 of 2025 NT/ENG Circular - Training and Certification of Seafarers on ships subject to IGF Code Other 21-Mar-2025 DGS Circulars 1.23 MB / PDF Download
11 of 2025 Training and Certification of Seafarers on ships subject to IGF Code MMD Circular/Notice/Order 21-Mar-2025 DGS Circulars 1.23 MB / PDF Download
10 of 2025 Collison between merchant vessel and Indian fishing vessels on the West Coast of India Marine Casuality Investigation 19-Mar-2025 DGS Circulars 597.89 KB / PDF Download
8 of 2025 Issues faced by Shipping / RPS Companies while extending contractual Article of Agreement Crew 06-Mar-2025 DGS Circulars 707.21 KB / PDF Download
7 of 2025 Procedure for retaining validity of previously passed subjects in Nautical examinations Nautical Miscellaneous 10-Feb-2025 DGS Circulars 335.97 KB / PDF Download
6 of 2025 Amendment to Existing DGS Training Circulars on Swimming Pool Facilities, Pool Dimensions, and Compliance for Maritime Training Institutes (MTIs) Training Circulars 06-Feb-2025 DGS Circulars 1.12 MB / PDF Download
5 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) STCW 25-Nov-2025 DGS Circulars 755.73 KB / PDF Download
5 of 2025 Guidelines for Changes in Name, Structure, and Composition of Maritime Training Institutes (MTIs) and the Management of Trusts and Section 8 Companies. Training Circulars 06-Feb-2025 DGS Circulars 1.49 MB / PDF Download
4 of 2025 Discontinuation of Exit Exams for Refresher Courses Training Circulars 06-Feb-2025 DGS Circulars 893.00 KB / PDF Download
3 of 2025 Basic awareness course for seafarers about seafarer awareness, FAQ, seafarer grievances, seafarer rights and safe and secure seafaring etc. Training Circulars 06-Feb-2025 DGS Circulars 1.38 MB / PDF Download
2 of 2025 DGS proposal for initiatives towards seafarers financial and mental well-being by collection of requisite data Crew 22-Jan-2025 DGS Circulars 227.11 KB / PDF Download
1 of 2025 Fatality on board a tanker while undergoing repairs at berth Marine Casuality Investigation 21-Jan-2025 DGS Circulars 802.26 KB / PDF Download
--- Symposium on Seafarers Recruitment and Welfare – 21st August 2025 Administration 08-Dec-2025 DGS Circulars 240.31 KB / PDF Download
--- Cancellation of all eMigrate Reference Numbers Generated on 08-08-2025 Administration 08-Sep-2025 DGS Circulars 857.52 KB / PDF Download
--- Crew Annual Report 2024-2025 Administration 25-Aug-2025 DGS Circulars 6.48 MB / PDF Download
--- Addendum 02 of the DGS PB Circular 29 of 2024 - Acceptance of Applications for Internship under MS Notice DGS PB Circular 29 of 2024 Administration 31-Jul-2025 DGS Circulars 910.01 KB / PDF Download
--- Mandatory online Training on RPSL Modules for Shipping Companies and RPSL Agencies Crew 14-Jul-2025 DGS Circulars 466.96 KB / PDF Download
--- MARINE SAFETY INVESTIGATION REPORT 2024 Nautical Wing 10-Jul-2025 DGS Circulars 4.72 MB / PDF Download
--- Appointment of First Appellate Authority /Public Information Officer under Right to Information Act, 2005 – modification reg Administration 09-May-2025 DGS Circulars 1.45 MB / PDF Download
--- 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 08-May-2025 DGS Circulars 215.78 KB / PDF Download
--- Budget Manual of SPFO, 2025 Administration 10-Jan-2025 DGS Circulars 592.33 KB / PDF Download
--- Circular regarding Shri Sushil Mansing Khopde, IPS (BH:1995) taking over charge of Addl. Director General of Shipping in DGS, Mumbai --- 28-Jan-2022 DGS Circulars 617.36 KB / PDF Download
--- Revised course curriculum for the Master (NCV) – Advanced Shipboard Management course Mercantile Marine Law 21-Jan-2021 DGS Circulars 4.41 MB / PDF Download
--- The Quami Ekta Week from 19th November, 2025 to 25th November, 2025 Administration 24-Nov-2025 DGS Circulars 1.18 MB / PDF Download
--- Annual STCW report 2024 for NT EAC Nautical Wing 31-Jul-2025 DGS Circulars 4.04 MB / PDF Download
--- National Shipping Board Notification No. S.O. 1935(E) dated 30.04.2025 Merchant Shipping Law 08-May-2025 DGS Circulars 1.76 MB / PDF Download
2024
82 of 2024 Resolution MEPC.395(82) – 2024 Guidelines for the Development of a Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP) Engineering Wing 08-Oct-2024 DGS Circulars 432.75 KB / PDF Download
30 of 2024 Changes incorporated in present E-Governance RPSL, module for updating Seafarer's Engagement and Discharge Data (Article of Agreement / Form-I) Crew 20-Dec-2024 DGS Circulars 1.78 MB / PDF Download
29 of 2024 Scheme for Internship at Directorate General of Shipping, MoPSW, GOI --- 12-Nov-2024 DGS Circulars 1.79 MB / PDF Download
28 of 2024 Constitution of Expert Committee to review the aspects of Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBAs) and other Maritime Labour Convention aspects applicable to Indian seafarers Crew 28-Nov-2024 DGS Circulars 1.44 MB / PDF Download
27 of 2024 Independent Evaluation of the Indian Maritime Administration for compliance of STCW and MSC.1/CIRC.1449 Training Circulars 09-May-2024 DGS Circulars 2.41 MB / PDF Download
25 of 2024 Changes brought in E-Governance e-migrate system related to SMS alerts, port and country of joining and procedures for viewing acknowledging sea service details by seafarers Crew 14-Aug-2024 DGS Circulars 1.63 MB / PDF Download
24 of 2024 Strengthening Onboard Security and Safety Protocols: Lessons from Recent Haldia Port Casualty Nautical Miscellaneous 13-Aug-2024 DGS Circulars 503.07 KB / PDF Download
23 of 2024 Safety Measures to be followed by personnel on entry into enclosed spaces following Recent Incidents at Indian Ports ISPS & Maritime Security 08-Jan-2024 DGS Circulars 1.34 MB / PDF Download
22 of 2024 Revision of registration fees and annual fees for recurring expenses towards ISPS and DGComm Centre ISPS & Maritime Security 31-Jul-2024 DGS Circulars 929.21 KB / PDF Download
21 of 2024 Guidelines for deployment of chase and support vessels in Indian Waters/EEZ Shipping Development 25-Jul-2024 DGS Circulars 1.10 MB / PDF Download
20 of 2024 Trend Analysis of Gulf of Aden, Bab al Mandeb Strait, Red Sea, Somali Basin and Arabian Sea Region (Novermber 2023 to June 2024) - reg ISPS & Maritime Security 19-Jul-2024 DGS Circulars 628.56 KB / PDF Download
19 of 2024 MEO NCV Grade Certificates of Competency - Course IDs Training Circulars 07-Nov-2024 DGS Circulars 810.71 KB / PDF Download
18 of 2024 Recommendation for enrolling on the English Communication and Soft Skills Online Program (ECSSOP) Training Circulars 24-Jul-2024 DGS Circulars 1.80 MB / PDF Download
17 of 2024 Revision of syllabus for Nautical competency courses leading to COC examination Examination Assessment and Certification-Nautical 07-Feb-2024 DGS Circulars 425.73 KB / PDF Download