Government
of India
Central
Institute of Fisheries, Nautical & Engineering Training (CIFNET)
VESSEL NAVIGATOR COURSE (VNC) / MARINE FITTER COURSE (MFC) ADMISSION NOTIFICATION 2015
Applications are invited for admission to VESSEL
NAVIGATOR / MARINE FITTER COURSE at Central Institute of Fisheries, Nautical
& Engineering Training (CIFNET), Kochi / Chennai / Visakhapatnam.
Common Entrance Examination for admission to VNC/MFC
Date & Time of Entrance Exam. : 20th June, 2015(Saturday)
at 1000 hrs.
The Institute has been conducting two trade courses
viz. Vessel Navigator & Marine Fitter Course of 2 years duration, which is
formulated under Craftman Training scheme of NCVT, New Delhi since 2006. These
two trades are started with the view of producing practical Trades man in the
Marine Sector and manpower for the Deck side and Engine side of the fishing
vessel The successful candidates, after obtaining requisite sea service will
become competent to appear the respective competency examinations conducted by
the Mercantile Marine Department, Director General of Shipping, Ministry of
Shipping, Govt. of India. In addition, the Institute is also conducting
ancillary courses viz. Shore Mechanic Course (12 months), Advanced Diploma in
Fishing Gear Technology (12 months) and Fishery Teacher Training Course (6
months) for the benefit of personnel who are managing the shore establishments
of the Fisheries Organisations.
Training for
foreign nationals
The Institute also arranges Special training
programmes for Foreign Nationals from countries like Nigeria, Zambia, Tanzania,
Ghana, PDR Yemen, Myanmar, Laos, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Maldives,
Philippines,Oman etc. under various schemes like FAO Fellowship, CFTC, SCAAP,
ESCAP, ITEC, Colombo Plan etc. Thus over the years the Institute came out as a
nodal Institution in the South-east Asia for training the personnel of the
fishing fleet and offering Special training in Nautical, Fisheries and
Engineering disciplines.
Vessel Navigator Course (VNC) and Marine Fitter
Course (MFC)
The Vessel Navigator and Marine Fitter courses are
two new trade courses started by NCVT under Craftsman Training Scheme by DGET,
Ministry of Labour, New Delhi. These two courses are started with a view of
producing practical tradesman in the Marine sector and manpower for the deck
side and engine side of the fishing vessels. These courses are of two years
duration.
CIFNET has been approved by DGET, Ministry of
Labour for starting of the trades. These courses were started for the first
time in India in CIFNET The courses are of residential nature. On successful
completion of the above courses they will be gaining Academic and practical
experience in the specialized subjects like Navigation, Marine Engineering so
that they will be able to get wider opening at the shore establishments,
fishing vessels, marine crafts etc.
Mode of
study
Theory:-
The theory papers are handled by well experienced faculties of the Institute
who have proven practical track records in their field of study. The classes
are handled with modern teaching aids like Multi-media, Internet, Overhead
projectors, live models etc.
Practical:-
The curriculum gives special emphasis on practical aspects in Nautical science,
Fishery Biology, Fishing Craft Technology, Fishing Gear etc. Practical
exposures are given to the students in the well established laboratories.
On-board
training:- The onboard practical training is an opportunity to students to
get acquainted with the operation and maintenance of the vessel which is the
unique nature of this course.
Method of
Evaluation
Observation of progress record : I , II ,III&IV
Internal/ Model examinations
Semester Examinations : All India Trade Test
Semester Examinations will be conducted by the NCVT. Certificate to be awarded
: After the successful completion of the course Certificate will be awarded by
NCVT.
Minimum Attendance : 90%
No. of Seats
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Course
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No. of scats
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Remarks
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Kochi
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Chennai
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Visakha- patnam
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Vessel Navigator
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16
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16
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16
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15% of seats are
reserved for Scheduled Caste and 7 ½% for Scheduled Tribe candidates
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Marine Fitter
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16
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16
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16
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* The candidates who do not pass in atleast one
subject/paper of the I Terminal examination held at the end of first year, will
not be eligible to get the stipend during second year till completion of
training..
Mode of selection
Through Entrance Examination which will be
conducted by CIFNET at Kochi, Chennai, Visakhapatnam, Kolkatta, Delhi,
Bhubaneswar and Mumbai.
Eligibility Criteria:
Entry
Qualification: Pass in 10th Standard or
equivalent examination with 50% marks in Maths and Science. Attested copy of
mark list of 10th Std. or equivalent examination should be enclosed with
application even if candidate possesses higher qualification. The candidates
who are appearing 10th examination during March 2015 are also eligible to
apply. However the selection will be made only through marks obtained in 10th
and entrance examination.
Age
limit : 16 to 20 years as on 1st August, 2015. Upper age limit relaxable to
Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe candidates by 5 years. Attested copy of
Age/Date of birth certificate is to be enclosed with the application. SC/ST
candidates who claim relaxation of age should submit along with the
application, attested copy of community certificate from REVENUE Authorities
specifying that they belong to Scheduled Caste/ Scheduled Tribe, failing which
age relaxation will not be granted. There is no age limit when employed
candidates.
are
sponsored for training. However no relaxation in educational qualification is
granted to the sponsored candidates also.
Physical
Fitness : Candidates should be physically fit for strenuous work on board
fishing vessels.
Vision
: In the case of Vessel Navigator Course, the candidates should pass the
prescribed eye test conducted by Approved Doctors of DG Shipping, before
admission.
Stipend
: Rs.1500/- per month (for open selection candidates only) on submission of
Surety Bond for Rs.20,000/- at the time of admission.
Medium
of instruction : English Uniform : Uniform for theoretical and practical
classes are compulsory. All trainees are directed to purchase the uniforms
after joining the institute to avoid colour shade differences.
Hostel
Facilities
The
course is residential. The students will be provided Hostel facility within the
campus.
Entrance Examination
The
Entrance Examination will be conducted in English at Kochi/ Chennai/ Visakhapatnam/
kolkatta/ Delhi/ Bhubaneswar/ Mumbai from 10.00 to 12.00hrs. on 20.06.2015
(tentative date). All eligible candidates who submit proper applications in
time will be called for Entrance Examination. If eligible candidates do not get
the Hall tickets by 14.06.2015 they may contact CIFNET office at
Kochi/Chennai/Visakhapatnam and also refer institutes web site to get the
latest information. Entrance examination will be of Objective type, which
covers the topics of Maths, science subjects and English language How to apply
The filled applications (in the prescribed forms) along with the attested
copies of certificates in respect of qualification, including mark list of SSLC
/ 10th Standard Examination, Age, Experience (if any) and Community Certificate
(in the case of SC/ST Candidates) and two self addressed (Unstamped) envelopes
of size 25cms x 11cms. Should reach the Director, Central Institute of
Fisheries, Nautical & Engineering Training, Post Box No.1724, Fine Arts
Avenue, Kochi-682016 on or before 15.05.2015.
Applications
which are received late/incomplete/without age certificate/SSLC Mark
List/Community Certificate (for SC/ST only)/not in the prescribed forms, will
not be considered.
Guidelines for filling up the Application
form
1.
Illegible/wrong/filling with over writing, incomplete filling up will lead to
Rejection of the application for which the applicant alone shall be
responsible.
2.
Information provided in the forms will be treated as final and no request for
correction, alteration, addition etc. will be entertained.
3.
Fill up only in English using the Capital letters
4.
Write only one character in one box
5.
Leave one box blank between words.
6.
Use a coma to separate letters or group of words
7.
Use only Black Ball point pen
Downloaded application duly filled may be
sent with application fee of Rs.300/- (for General) & Rs. 150/- (for SC/ ST
candidates) through demand draft drawn in favour of ‘Senior Administrative
Officer, CIFNET’ payable at Kochi – 16
Filled in applications shall be sent to:
The Director, CIFNET, Fine Arts Avenue, Ernakulam, Kochi – 682 016.
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CIFNET ADDRESSES FOR COMMUNICATION
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HQ - KOCH I
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Central Institute of Fisheries, Nautical
& Engineering Training (CIFNET),
Fine Arts Avenue, Kochi - 682 016, India.
Ph: 0484-2351610,2351493, 2351790. Fax: 0484-2370879 E-Mail: cifneto nic.in. cifnethq a yahoo.torn Website: www.cifiwtgov.ia
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UNIT - CHENNAI
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Central Institute of Fisheries, Nautical
& Engineering
Training (CIFNET), No. 59
S.N. Street, Royapuram, Chennai - 600 013.
Ph: 044-25952691, 25952692 Fax: 044-25951785.
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UNIT - VISAKHAPATNAM
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Central Institute of Fisheries, Nautical
& Engineering
Training (CIFNET),
Post Bo No.191, Beach Road,
Visakhapatnam - 530 001.
Ph: 0891-2563894 Fax: 0891-2566787.
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