SSA-ROMTI

Sagar Samman Award- Recognition of Outstanding Maritime Training Institutes

The scheme aims to recognize excellence in maritime education and training by providing rankings and recognition to top maritime institutes.

Central In Kind

States / UT: All India

Ministry / nodal: Ministry of Ports,Shipping and Waterways

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Education & Learning, Skills & Employment

Sub-categories: Apprenticeships and training, Training and Skill Up-gradation

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Institutes, Training, Skill Development, Maritime

Details

The "Sagar Samman Award- Recognition of Outstanding Maritime Training Institutes" scheme has been launched by the Directorate General of Shipping, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India. The scheme aims to recognize exceptional contributions made by maritime training institutes in advancing maritime education, skill development, and human resource capacity in the maritime sector.

Benefits

  • - Formal national-level recognition to top 3 institutes in each category
  • Inter-se ranking to determine 1st, 2nd, and 3rd positions
  • Public acknowledgment during National Maritime Day celebrations
  • Enhanced institutional reputation and credibility
  • Formal national-level recognition to top 3 institutes in each category.
  • Inter-se ranking to determine 1st, 2nd, and 3rd positions.
  • Public acknowledgment during National Maritime Day celebrations.
  • Enhanced institutional reputation and credibility.

Eligibility

  1. The applicant should be a Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) approved maritime training institute.
  2. The applicant should have participated in the Comprehensive Inspection Programme (CIP).
  3. The applicant should have demonstrated consistent and high performance in training quality and outcomes.
  4. The applicant should fall under one of the following categories:
  • Pre-sea training institutes for Officer Cadets (Nautical & Engineering);
  • Pre-sea training institutes for Rating Trainees;
  • Post-sea training institutes conducting Competency Courses.

Exclusions


Application Process

Online

Step 01: Visit the National Awards Portal: https://www.awards.gov.in
Step 02: Register/Login using the official credentials of the recommending authority
Step 03: Fill in the nomination form with complete details
Step 04: Upload required documents, including citation and verification certificate

Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

Who are eligible for this recognition?
Only Directorate General of Shipping approved maritime training institutes are eligible. <br>
How many institutes are recognized each year?
Top 3 institutes in each category are recognized annually. <br>
What are the categories under this recognition?
Categories include Officer Cadet training, Rating training, and Competency courses. <br>
What is the basis of selection?
Selection is based on performance in the Comprehensive Inspection Programme (CIP). <br>
Is there any monetary reward under this scheme?
No, the scheme provides non-monetary recognition and ranking. <br>
When are the awards announced?
The awards are announced on National Maritime Day. <br>
Who conducts the evaluation?
Evaluation is conducted by recognized organizations and classification societies. <br>
What is CIP in this scheme?
CIP stands for Comprehensive Inspection Programme used for performance evaluation. <br>
Can non-approved institutes apply?
No, only DGS-approved institutes are eligible. <br>
What is the benefit of this recognition?
It enhances credibility, reputation, and quality standards of the institute. <br>
Is the recognition permanent?
No, it is valid for the award year and reviewed annually. <br>
Does innovation play a role in selection?
Yes, innovative training methods and outcomes are considered. <br>
Who finalizes the awardees?
The National Maritime Day Celebrations Committee finalizes the awardees. <br>

References

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