Basic Training for Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operations (LGTF/GTFC)
LGTF Course Description
The LGTF or GTFC course is a crucial certification for seafarers aspiring to work on gas tankers and is mandatory for obtaining an Indian Gas Tanker DCE. This comprehensive 5-day gas tanker course is structured in accordance with the latest STCW Convention and DG Shipping Guidelines. Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of:
- Core principles of liquefied gas cargo operations
- Safety protocols and industry best practices
- Properties and characteristics of liquefied gases
- Advanced equipment and technology used in cargo handling
- Emergency response procedures for gas tanker operations
With a focus on practical skills and regulatory compliance, this program equips seafarers with the expertise required for safe and efficient gas tanker operations.
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GKM Institute of Marine Sciences And Technology
Bernhard Schulte Ship Training Foundation
Gurship Education Trust Maritime Training Institute
Sei EducationTrust (Kolkata)
Institute of Marine Engineers(India) Goa
Aquatech Institute of Maritime Studies
Yak Management And Marine Education Centre
Hoon Maritime Institute
BP Marine Academy
Anglo Eastern Maritime Training Centre, Mumbai
TS Rahaman
CMC Maritime Academy, Chennai
Zasha Institute Of Maritime Studies - Dehradun
Pondicherry Maritime Academy
Maritime Foundation
Naval Maritime Academy West
Samudra Gyan Marine Academy
U.V. Patel College of Engineering
Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies Mumbai
Centre For Maritime Training Noida (CMT)
SEI Educational Trust Faridabad
AMET City College
Seaskills Maritime Academy
HSNA Maritime Education & Research -Mahona
Indus Seafarers Training Academy
Hoon Maritime Institute, Noida
SCI MTI
HIMT Chennai
Mumbai Maritime Training Institute
Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies
Institute of Marine Engineers(India)
Centre for Maritime Education And Training
Sensea Maritime Academy
Asha International Institute of Marine Technology Varanasi
Anvay Maritime Institute
| Name of the Institute | Location | Price (INR) | Starts | Apply Now |
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| GKM Institute of Marine Sciences And Technology | Chennai, Tamil Nadu | ₹4500 | 2 Feb, 16 Feb |
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| Bernhard Schulte Ship Training Foundation | Kochi, Kerala | ₹5900 | 9 Feb |
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| Gurship Education Trust Maritime Training Institute | Mumbai, Maharashtra | ₹6000 | Dates are coming soon stay notified! |
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| Sei EducationTrust (Kolkata) | Kolkata, West Bengal | ₹4800 | 10 Feb |
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| Institute of Marine Engineers(India) Goa | Dabolim, Goa | ₹6900 | 17 Feb |
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| Aquatech Institute of Maritime Studies | New Delhi, Delhi | ₹8000 | Dates coming soon. Stay notified! |
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| Yak Management And Marine Education Centre | Mumbai, Maharashtra | ₹4500 | 2 Feb, 9 Feb, 16 Feb, 23 Feb |
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| Hoon Maritime Institute | Kolkata, West Bengal | ₹4339 | 13 Feb, 27 Feb |
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| BP Marine Academy | Mumbai, Maharashtra | ₹5555 | 2 Feb, 9 Feb, 16 Feb, 23 Feb |
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| Anglo Eastern Maritime Training Centre, Mumbai | Mumbai, Maharashtra | N/A | Dates coming soon. Stay notified! |
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| TS Rahaman | Mumbai, Maharashtra | ₹4000 | Dates coming soon. Stay notified! |
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| CMC Maritime Academy, Chennai | Chennai, Tamil Nadu | ₹5000 | 16 Feb |
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| Zasha Institute Of Maritime Studies - Dehradun | Dehradun, Uttarakhand | ₹6050 | Dates coming soon. Stay notified! |
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| Pondicherry Maritime Academy | Puducherry, Tamil Nadu | ₹3705 | 9 Feb, 23 Feb |
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| Maritime Foundation | Chennai, Tamil Nadu | ₹3800 | Dates coming soon. Stay notified! |
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| Naval Maritime Academy West | Mumbai, Maharashtra | ₹6000 | 2 Feb |
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| Samudra Gyan Marine Academy | Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh | N/A | Dates coming soon. Stay notified! |
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| U.V. Patel College of Engineering | Mehsana, Gujarat | ₹6000 | Dates coming soon. Stay notified! |
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| Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies Mumbai | Mumbai, Maharashtra | N/A | 1 Feb |
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| Centre For Maritime Training Noida (CMT) | Noida, Uttar Pradesh | ₹6000 | Dates coming soon. Stay notified ! |
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| SEI Educational Trust Faridabad | Faridabad, Haryana | ₹6495 | 9 Feb |
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| AMET City College | Chennai, Tamil Nadu | ₹5000 | Dates coming soon. Stay notified! |
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| Seaskills Maritime Academy | Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu | ₹5000 | Dates coming soon. Stay notified! |
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| HSNA Maritime Education & Research -Mahona | Mahona, Uttar Pradesh | ₹4500 | 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb |
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| Indus Seafarers Training Academy | Chennai, Tamil Nadu | N/A | Dates coming soon. Stay notified! |
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| Hoon Maritime Institute, Noida | Noida, Uttar Pradesh | ₹5499 | 2 Feb, 16 Feb |
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| SCI MTI | Mumbai, Maharashtra | ₹9440 | Dates coming soon. Stay notified ! |
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| HIMT Chennai | Chennai, Tamil Nadu | ₹5900 | 2 Feb, 9 Feb, 23 Feb |
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| Mumbai Maritime Training Institute | Mumbai, Maharashtra | ₹3000 | 23 Feb |
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| Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies | Lonavala, Maharashtra | N/A | 9 Feb |
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| Institute of Marine Engineers(India) | Mumbai, Maharashtra | ₹6550 | Dates coming soon. Stay notified! |
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| Centre for Maritime Education And Training | Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh | ₹6000 | 2 Feb, 9 Feb , 16 Feb, 23 Feb |
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| Sensea Maritime Academy | Kolkata, West Bengal | ₹3845 | Dates coming soon. Stay notified! |
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| Asha International Institute of Marine Technology Varanasi | Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh | ₹3500 | Dates coming soon. Stay notified! |
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| Anvay Maritime Institute | Mumbai, Maharashtra | ₹7000 | 2 Feb, 16 Feb |
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Eligibility for LGTF Course
To attend the LGTF Course, you need to clear all of the points mentioned below.
- Age Requirement
- Must be at least 18 years old. .
- Educational Qualification
- Minimum qualification: 10th pass.
- Must possess a valid Indian CDC.
- Should have successfully cleared::- Basic Safety Training (BST) exit exam & STSDSD (Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties) exit exam
- Medical Fitness
- Must be medically fit as per the International Maritime Organization (IMO) standards.
- A medical fitness certificate from an approved doctor is required.
- Vision and hearing should meet the required standards.
- Nationality & Identity Proof
- Valid passport or national identity document (as per country regulations).
- No Criminal Record
- Some training institutes may require a police clearance certificate if you had any record of offense.
- Core principles of liquefied gas cargo operations
- Safety protocols and industry best practices
- Properties and characteristics of liquefied gases
- Advanced equipment and technology used in cargo handling
- Emergency response procedures for gas tanker operations
With a focus on practical skills and regulatory compliance, this program equips seafarers with the expertise required for safe and efficient gas tanker operations.
Documents Required for LGTF Course
To apply for the LGTF/GTFC course you need a list of documents such as:
- INDoS Id
- BST STCW course (EFA, FFPFF) Certificate
- Valid Medical Certificate by a DG Shipping Approved Doctor.
- A valid passport
LGTF Course Details
The LGTF/GTFC course equips seafarers with essential knowledge and skills required for safe liquefied gas tanker operations. The training covers:
- Basic knowledge of liquefied gas tankers
- Basic knowledge of the physical properties of liquefied gases.
- Knowledge and understanding of tanker safety culture and safety management
- Basic knowledge of the hazards associated with tanker operations .
- Basic knowledge of hazard controls.
- Understanding of information on a Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
- Function and proper use of gas-measuring instruments and similar equipment
- Proper use of safety equipment and protective devices.
- Basic knowledge of safe working practices and procedures in accordance with legislation and industry guidelines and personal shipboard safety relevant to liquefied gas tankers.
- Basic knowledge of first aid with reference to a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
- Fire safety and fire fighting operations
- Basic knowledge of emergency procedures including emergency shutdown
- Basic knowledge of the effects of pollution on human and marine life
- Basic knowledge of shipboard procedures to prevent pollution
- Basic knowledge of measures to be taken in the event of spillage.
This DG Shipping-approved course ensures seafarers are fully prepared for a liquefied gas tanker operations career.
Gas Tanker Course Fees
Gas tanker course fees or LGTF course fees depend on college to college. Some colleges provide accommodation which ultimately affects the price of the course. The gas tanker course fees can vary from ₹2500 to ₹6500, so ensure you select the right college with our STCW Course Finder Portal.
Complete Process for LGTF Exit Exam
1. E-Learning Requirements for LGTF Exit Exam
- Minimum Study Hours: 20 hours
- Passing Marks: 50%
2. Steps to Complete E-Learning:
- Visit the DG Shipping website and access the e-learning portal.
- Click on Modular Courses, enroll in LGTF/GTFC, and log in with face verification.
- Complete the required e-learning hours and attempt the assessment exam.
- Upon passing, candidates become eligible for 5-day classroom training at a DG Shipping-approved MTI.
- After classroom training, candidates must take the Exit Exam on the DG Shipping website.
3. Exit Exam Details
- Total Questions: 30
- Duration: 30 minutes
- Passing Marks: 15
- Marks per Question: 1
- Mandatory to Attempt: All questions
For better preparation, candidates can access previously asked questions on our website and practice before the exam.
4. LGTF Exit Exam Questions
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How to download LGTF Course Certificate
- After completing E-Learning, Offline Training, and Exit Exam, the MTI generates the STCW LGTF/GTFC certificate.
- The certificate can be downloaded through the Indos CoP Checker on the DG Shipping website.
What is the LGTF Certificate Validity
- The STCW certificate is valid indefinitely.
- To apply for a DCE certificate, update profile details (passport, CDC, etc.) on the Indos portal.
- The DCE certificate is system-generated and available within 3-15 days through the Indos CoP Checker.
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