Wednesday, April 15, 2015

Central Institute of Fisheries Nautical and Engineering Training (CIFNET) ADMISSION NOTIFICATION 2015

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



Course
No. of scats
Remarks
Kochi
Chennai
Visakha- patnam
Vessel Navigator
16
16
16
15% of seats are reserved for Scheduled Caste and 7 ½% for Scheduled Tribe candidates
Marine Fitter
16
16
16


* 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.

CIFNET ADDRESSES FOR COMMUNICATION
HQ - KOCH I
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
UNIT - CHENNAI
Central Institute of Fisheries, Nautical & Engineering
Training (CIFNET), No. 59
S.N. Street, Royapuram, Chennai - 600 013.
Ph: 044-25952691, 25952692 Fax: 044-25951785.
UNIT - VISAKHAPATNAM
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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