Section 22(2) in The Merchant Shipping (Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers) Rules, 1998
(2)Every candidate for the certification shall -(i)hold a certificate of competency as Marine Engineer Officer Class IV (Officer in charge of an engineering watch);(ii)have not less than one year approved sea-going service as assistant engineer officer or engineer officer In charge of an, engineering watch; and(iii)have completed approved education, training, examination and assessment and meets the standard of competence as specified in section A-111/2 of the STCW Code.
