Chief Mate Phase-I Course in Mumbai
This is a 3-month DG Shipping approved training course that helps qualified seafarers prepare to take their Phase I written exams for the Chief Mate (Foreign Going) Certificate of Competency (CoC), based on the STCW 2010 standards. It is intended for officers who already hold a Second Mate (FG) CoC and completed the required sea service. This means you will learn advanced topics like navigation (terrestrial and celestial navigation), meteorology, ship safety, safety management skills, marine cargo handling/stowage/cargo handling and stowage, etc. Once you have completed this course successfully, it will prepare you to sit for the further assessment exams and also allow you to advance as a Deck Officer.
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What is Eligibility for Chief Mate Phase-I?
The following eligibility criteria are required to apply for the Chief Mate’s Phase I Competency Course
- You must have a Second Mate’s Certificate of Competency (FG) as recommended by the International Maritime Organization (IMOs), and hold the required seagoing service requirements for a deck officer.
- You must meet all medical fitness requirements as outlined by STCW regulations.
- You have completed all of the mandatory STCW training; including Fire Fighting; First Aid; and Personal Survival Techniques courses.
- You can speak English sufficiently for the purposes of navigation and ship operations.
Documents Required for Chief Mate Phase-I
Documents needed to enrol in the Chief Mate Phase 1 Competency Course
- Second Mate (FG) Certificate of Competency (one original and one copy)
- Your passport must be valid.
- Sea Service Testimonials/Discharge Book
- Mandatory STCW Course Completion Certificates (Basic Safety, Fire Fighting, First Aid, and Personal Survival Techniques)
- Medical Examination Certificate indicating Compliance with STCW requirements
- Photograph (passport size, usually four to six; use professional photo service if possible)
- Application/Registration Form (based on institute’s specific requirements)
Institutes Offering Chief Mate Phase-I in Mumbai
Chief Mate Phase-I Fees in Mumbai
Institute | Fees |
MASSA Maritime Academy (Mumbai) | ₹60,000 |
Indian Maritime University- Mumbai Port Campus (LBS CAMSAR & MERI) | ₹35,000 |
Mumbai Maritime Training Institute | ₹69,300 |
Candidates please note that the Dates and Batch availability for the course are subject to change therefore, always refer to STCW Course Finder for the updated Dates and Batch availability before booking for the course.
MASSA Maritime Academy (MMA)
MASSA Maritime Academy (MMA) is a DG Shipping‑approved maritime training institute located in CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. Established in 2001 under the Maritime Training and Research Foundation (MTRF) — a trust formed by the Maritime Association of Shipowners, Shipmanagers and Agents (MASSA) — the academy offers a wide range of competency and modular courses for the merchant navy. These include 2nd Mate, Chief Mate Phase I & II, ASM, STCW modular courses, simulator and value‑added courses designed to prepare seafarers for global maritime careers with practical skills and industry‑oriented training.
Steps to reserve a Chief Mate Phase-I Course seat in Mumbai
To reserve a seat for a Chief Mate Phase-I Course seat in Mumbai
Many candidates waste hours researching different Institutes before selecting the appropriate course and determining the cost of attending based on numerous phone calls to each Institute.
With the STCW Course Finder website, you can search for Chief Mate Phase-I courses available throughout multiple Institutes at the click of a mouse.
- Visit www.stcwcoursefinder.com
2. Select the Chief Mate Phase-I course and choose “Maharashtra” as your state then select “Mumbai” as your city and then what month you would like to begin taking the Chief Mate Phase-I.
Step 3: Submit Your Query: Fill in your details and submit the form. We will contact the institute and find the best deal for you, all for free!
Conclusion
This blog provides assistance to seafarers regarding which training institution will best suit their needs according to where they choose to live. It is recommended that you always check stcwcoursefinder.com for up-to-date training course details for these training institutes.