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INDoS Number and its Benefits to Indian Seafarers

ByZahra Ahmed Marine Careers

INDoS Number & its Importance

This abbreviation stands for ‘Indian National Database of Seafarers’ and includes all the information about a seafarer like his/her name, address, photograph, signature, contact number, qualifications etc.

The INDoS number comprises 8 alphanumeric characters and can help check or ascertain a seafarer’s identity.

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This number can be considered a complete identification for an Indian Seafarer. It is stored in a computerised national database which has information of each seafarer in the country.

The data has been collected and stored at a single place to be retrieved through this number to make it easily accessible to statutory authorities like the Port and Flag State, Employers, Immigration People and others.

Also, details of documents issued by government authorities such as COCs, endorsements for serving on special types of vessels, CDCs etc issued in due course are communicated to the INDoS centre directly. Such information is not accepted from the seafarer.

Benefits of an INDoS Number

The issuing of an identification number for each seafarer in India shows the increasing use of technology in the Indian Maritime Industry.

INDoS number not only simplifies things by making all seafarer information available at a single click, but it also provides a valuable database of all qualified seafarers based in or working from India.

This number is issued to every seafarer and it helps in checking his/her information and identity. Using it, any firm or government can easily do a background check on any seafarer’s qualifications and claims.

For this, the INDoS number checker comes as a handy tool for cross reference with a government’s centralised database.

The information of all Indian and International Seafarers having an Indian government-issued COC or Certificate of Competency, an Indian CDC or Continuous Discharge Certificate or those who completed modular courses recognised by DG Shipping is found in the database.

Courses which are not approved by the Indian Government, apart from GMDSS are not included in INDoS data. However, the new regulation instructs institutions to upload GOC data on the Directorate General of Shipping website which requires an INDoS number.

INDoS number can be used to verify whether a seafarer’s information and qualifications are genuine and prevent the fraudulent issue of certificates.

Possessing this number makes it easy to get a career in the Merchant Navy. Also, this number is provided after a thorough check of the individual and all the information provided by him/her, especially qualifications and certificates.

Hence, it eliminates any inaccuracies and makes it easy for seafarers to validate their claims, if a situation arises, since this number carries great authority.

Also, having an INDoS number means a seafarer does not need to carry his original papers with him at all times, especially when working abroad. This number is enough to prove his/her identity as a qualified seafarer anywhere in the world.

Procedure to obtain INDoS Number

Possessing an INDoS number is compulsory for all existing and new seafarers. A DG Approved Maritime Training Institute (MTI) applies for this number online, for pre-sea cadets on their behalf.

However, all the present seafarers can apply by themselves. In case you lose the INDoS Number Certificate, you can get a duplicate one after you pay a fee.

Documents Needed to Apply for INDoS Number

  • A Valid Passport
  • A 10th Class Pass Certificate/Marksheet from a Recognised Board.

The complete procedure for getting an INDoS Number and securing admission into an MTI can take 3 to 4 working days.

Procedure to get Admission into a Maritime Training Institute

  • As mentioned above, the candidate needs a passport and a 10th-class mark sheet to apply to an MTI.
  • There is no registration fee for applying to a Maritime Training Institute.
  • After registration for admission into the institute, the candidate will get a Reference Number which should be retained for future reference.
  • The reference number remains valid for 3 months from the date of issue.
  • The candidate should apply to an MTI within these 3 months and if he is unable to secure admission within this period, then he/she can register again and will be given a new Reference Number.
  • After securing admission, the MTI will apply for the candidate’s INDoS number on his/her behalf which will be generated after all documents have been verified.

NOTE: The candidate has to be present at the MTI with all original documents for the verification process to get the INDoS number.

Process for checking the status of INDoS Number

If you apply for the INDoS number or make a correction in your profile, you might want to see the status of your application.

1. Open the DG Shipping Website.

2. Choose the ‘INDoS’ option from the drop-down menu under the ‘Search for’ tab.

3. Enter your INDoS Number and Date of Birth.

4. Click on the Search Button and all information related to your INDoS number will come.

5. Contact the nearest MMD for any corrections.

GMDSS, COP-DC Endorsement, CDC (Continuous Discharge Certificate), and Passport Details can also be checked on the DG Shipping Website.

Recovering Lost INDoS Number/Certificate

If you misplace or lose your INDoS Certificate, follow the steps mentioned below.

1. Open the DG Shipping website.

2. Click the ‘E-Governance’ Tab below the DG Shipping Header. From the drop-down menu, choose ‘E-Governance’.

3. Log in with your User ID and Password. If you don’t have an account, click on New User and make an account.

4. After you are logged into your profile, choose the ‘Examination’ option under the seafarer header.

5. Choose the ‘Click to View and Print INDoS Certificate (Issued Online)’ option.

6. Your INDoS Certificate will be displayed on the screen and you can save it.

7. In case you see a blank page, which can happen, try again after some time. If you are still unable to get the certificate, you can reach out to the DG Shipping Helpline or the Contact Us Page.

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56 Comments

  2. I have one question, i have idos number but my S T C W course certificate are loss,im idont have,how can i get S T C W PAPPER????? THANK YOU.

  3. Dear Joby,

    Please contact the institute where you have been issued your STCW certificates. They can provide you with duplicate ones.

  4. I loss my INDos number plze can you tel that how can I get?and I had 32 months experence as a oiler,how I can become marine engineer?present I am on board.

  6. i have belize cdc
    now i am in seal then after i am what to do
    for my next placement and wachkeeping
    and which process i am take indian cdc pleace sir give any idea

  8. Hiiii
    I have one question that. How we can checked
    Our full profile on indos no. There is any websites. Or there is other things. Pls tell me in detail pls help me.

  10. I have my indos no which i received in Mumbai by submitting basic course certificate and some fee of 500rs,now how can I get my indos certificate which i need to do my eto exam

  12. I have just completed my TOTA at MTI, wish to upgrade my INDOS kindly advise the method to follow. The INDOS number is 01EL1560.

  14. I am Nigerian leaving in noida i will lik to apply for an indos number can u pls tell me stepz to take to get the indos number

  17. I have lost my CDC book, n I don’t hav indos no. So hw can I get my 2peoblems solve, plz help

  20. sir I want correction in my Indos no because in my indos no name is wrong that ‘s way I want correction in my indos no.plz help me and give me any solution thank you

  21. How long i will get my indos no. Becoz my institue head told me my indos no. Is coming with in 3 month so i have a confusion what i need to do , u have any idea i get early my indos no. Bcoz i have a joing with in 2 month.

  23. How can I check the indos no my indos no is 14SL3538.can any one help me to check the no.

  24. Hil
    i am Md Ashraf Ansari I have done stcw but i check my indos but my file does not open.

    Thanks & regards

  25. Hi,
    I am Ben working for a cruise industry in the F & B dept. I have the basic 4 course and 10 years of sea time. I want to apply for the INDOS number. Under what category will it be possible.

    Thanks & brgds.

  31. Hi,

    i have done stcw 95 in 2010 & i have INdose no.but while i am applying indian cdc there is no update on master checkers of my stcw courses. tell me, how it will be update on master checkers???

  32. @Mahesh: You need to contact the authority (MMD) to check the issue and submit the documents if needed to update the records.

  35. Indos no. is allotted by LBS College to a person which joins a pre-sea training institute that conducts approved pre-sea training courses.

  38. Sir, I lost my indos certificate. When I tried to get it from dg shipping website it shown database could not find. Now what can I do. Is indos certificate is necessary to carry along with me for sailing? Pls anybody give me a solution.

  39. You will be needing your certificate for exams and other important paper work. Please contact/approach LBS college to check the procedure for getting a duplicate one.

  40. Sir, I am bellow 18 years , how I get indos number and can I join gp rating courses . what fees required for the indos number ??? Plz tell me…

    On agent took 36000 ruppes from me for indos number.!

  41. @Subhadip: You need to do some fresher course to be on ship. Choose an institute which will help you to apply INDOS number and the charges are well below INR 5000.
    Avoid agents.

  43. I have done all my STCW courses out side India, and working for Panamanian Flag Vessel, How can i get Indian CDC and INDOS number with oout doing the STCW course again ?

    Thanks

    Raghul Madhusoodanan

  44. Sir I am forget password Indos number ,so say do again process have can you help me plz sir

  46. Hi sir
    This is jefon fernandes. Sir i lost my indos certificate accedently so what to do now please help me

  49. Please can anyone give me the LBS College INDOS cell mail I’d and phone number.

  50. How can I get my indos certificate when I open the link on of print on e governance site it was coming blank

  52. One of the fraud warn me that they will block my indos..and now iam unable to login sir..showing wrong password..after that I tried to forgot password and I enter my registered email Id.. it’s also showing wrong entry sir..what should I do to recover it..please help me

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