Natcom Education & Research Foundation
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About Natcom Education & Research Foundation
Natcom Education & Research Foundation, established in 2008, is an educational and research-driven organization dedicated to empowering students through high-quality academic support and professional skill development. The foundation works to promote accessible learning, advanced training, and innovative research opportunities across various disciplines. With a mission to bridge the gap between education and industry requirements, Natcom develops programs that enhance student knowledge, employability, and overall career readiness. Supported by experienced educators and industry experts, the foundation conducts workshops, training sessions, career guidance programs, and community-focused initiatives. Natcom Education & Research Foundation continues to inspire learners, foster innovation, and contribute to nation-building by creating pathways for academic excellence and professional growth.
🔥 Advanced Courses
Advanced Training for Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations – CHEMCO
Eligibility: Candidates need a valid CoC, OCTF training, and 3 months chemical tanker sea service in last 5 years.
Advanced Training for Liquified Gas Tanker Cargo Operations – GASCO
Eligibility: Must hold CoC, completed IGF & ATFF CoP, with 3 months IGF/gas tanker sea service in 5 years.
Advanced Training for Oil Tanker Cargo Operations – TASCO
Eligibility: Valid INDOS, basic tanker cert, 3-month sea service/CoC, e-learning, pass exit exam, full attendance.
Advanced Trg. for Ships using Fuels covered within IGF code
Eligibility: STCW VI/1, Basic IGF CoP, e-learning, sea service/simulator, submit certificates, ID, CDC documents.
Medical Care
Eligibility: Completed STCW safety training, designated for medical care on board, covers advanced first aid, certificate issued.
📋 Modular Courses
Automatic Radar Plotting Aids – ARPA
Eligibility: Completed ROSC, valid INDOS, CDC, passport, photos, sea service records; course duration approximately five days.
Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems – ECDIS
Eligibility: Completed Deck pre-sea/OOW CoC, performing navigation duties on ECDIS, covers operation, navigation, certificate issued.
General Operator`s Certificate for GMDSS
Eligibility: Completed DG-approved GMDSS course, responsible for ship radio communication, covers operation, distress procedures, certificate issued.
Medical First Aid – MFA
Eligibility: Completed STCW safety training, responsible for first aid on board, covers procedures, treatment, certificate issued.
Radar Observer Simulator – ROC
Eligibility: Completed OOW training/CoC, responsible for radar watchkeeping, covers operation, collision avoidance, simulator training, certificate issued.
Radar and Navigation Simulator – RANSCO
Eligibility: Completed OOW training/CoC, bridge watchkeeping duties, covers radar, ECDIS, navigation, collision avoidance, certificate issued.
Vertical Integration Course for Trainers – VICT
Eligibility: Experienced instructor with CoC; delivers integrated maritime training, covers instruction, assessment, simulator use, certificate issued.
🛢️ Familiarization
Basic Safety Training – BST
Eligibility: 10th pass, age 18–30, medically fit, complete STCW PST, FPFF, EFA, PSSR, full attendance.
Basic Trainig for Ships using Fuels covered within IGF code
Eligibility: Completed STCW VI/1 safety training, DG-approved medical fitness certificate, mandatory DG Shipping e-learning completed.
Crisis Management and Human Behaviour
Eligibility: Completed STCW safety training, responsible for emergency response, covers crisis management, human behaviour, certificate issued.
Crowd Management, Passenger Safety and Safety Training
Eligibility: Completed STCW safety training, assigned passenger ship duties, covers crowd control, evacuation, certificate issued mandatory.
Security Trng. for Seafarer with Designated Security Duties – STSDSD
Eligibility: Completed STCW safety training, assigned designated security duties, covers ship security, threat assessment, certificate issued mandatory.
🔄 Refresher Courses
Refresher Training for Medical Care – RMC
Eligibility: Previously Medical Care certified seafarers; refresher ensures updated skills in treatment, first aid, emergencies, mandatory renewal.
Refresher Training for Medical First Aid – RMFA
Eligibility: Previously Medical First Aid certified seafarers; refresher updates casualty management and STCW compliance, mandatory renewal.
Revalidation Training Course for Masters and Deck Officers
Eligibility: Hold Master/Deck Officer CoC; refresher updates navigation, safety, regulations, emergency procedures, certificate revalidated for service.
⚓ Competency Courses
Second Mate (FG) Competency Course
Eligibility: Hold OOW FG CoC, required sea service, preparing for Second Mate FG CoC exam, navigation and operations.
Ship Simulators
Advanced navigation and engine room simulators for practical training
Research Vessels
Two research vessels for hands-on maritime experience
Library & Digital Resources
Comprehensive maritime library with 50,000+ books and digital resources
Hostels
Comfortable accommodation for 2000+ students
Sports Complex
Indoor and outdoor sports facilities including swimming pool
Medical Center
24/7 medical facilities with qualified medical staff
Placement Companies
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Admission Process
Fill online application form
Pay application fee
Appear for IMU CET entrance exam
Counseling based on rank
Document verification
Fee payment and admission confirmation