MEO Class 4 Exam Eligibility, Syllabus, Fees and ePariksha
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Overview
- The MEO Class 4 exam is critical for aspiring marine engineers because it qualifies them to be Marine Engineer Officer Class 4. MEO Class 4 certification is necessary for those aiming to work as junior engineering officers on merchant navy vessels.
- To help you understand the process better, we’ve compiled essential information about the exam, including eligibility criteria, the assessment process, the e-Pariksha registration process, the assessment checklist, exam fees, and more.
1:- MEO Class 4 Assessment Checklist
| PART B ASSESSMENT & BOOKING | |
| 1. CDC including relevant pages on sea service | |
| 2. Passport | Copy of filled pages |
| 3. Validity page of RPSL No. issued by the company | |
| 4. Sea Service Testimonials | |
| 5. Certificates for all 4 Advance Courses | AFF, PSCRB, MFA, ERS |
| 6. TAR BOOK | |
| 7. Seafarers Profile | |
| 8. Fees | Total: Rs. 11,050/- |
2:- MEO Class 4 Eligibility
| Eligibility Criteria for MEO Class 4 Exam | |
| Education | Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Marine Engineering or Naval Architecture from a recognized institution. |
| Sea Time Requirement | Minimum of 183 days on vessels with a propulsion power of at least 750 kW. |
To check out the complete MEO Class 4 eligibility criteria, you can check out our dedicated article on MEO Class 4 eligibility by clicking here.
3:- MEO Class 4 Functions
The MEO Class 4 exam includes four oral examinations, each focusing on different aspects of marine engineering at the operational level.
MEO Class orals take place on the same day and are evaluated by both internal and external examiners. The exams can be taken online or offline, depending on the facilities of the examination center.
The four oral exams cover the following subjects:
- Marine Engineering at the Operational Level
- Electrical, Electronics & Control at Operational Level
- Controlling the Operation of the Ship and caring for Personnel Onboard at the Operational Level
- Maintenance & Repair at the Operational Level
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4:- MEO Class 4 Preparatory Course
Passing tests is not the only step toward becoming a certified Marine Engineer Officer (MEO) Class 4. You need to have various other necessary courses which are required for MEO Class 4.
Let’s get into the specifics of these courses and the eligibility requirements you must complete.
| Course | Duration | Minimum Seatime Requirement | Fees |
| Advanced Fire Fighting (AFF) | 5 days | 6 months | ₹ 4,599 |
| Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (PSCRB) | 5 days | 6 months | ₹ 5,999 |
| Medical First Aid (MFA) | 4 days | 6 months | ₹ 2,499 |
| Engine Room Simulator (ERS) | 3 days | 6 months | ₹ 2,999 |
5:- MEO Class 4 Subjects
5.1:- MEO Class 4 Written Exam Subjects
- Exam Subjects
- Marine Electro Technology
- Marine Engineering Knowledge (General)
- Ship Construction and Stability
- Ship Safety and Environment Protection
- Marine Engineering Knowledge (Motor)
- Marine Engineering Practices
5.2:- MEO Class 4 Oral Exam Subjects
- Exam Subjects
- Marine Engineering at the Operational Level
- Electrical, Electronics & Control at Operational Level
- Controlling the Operation of the Ship and caring for Personnel Onboard at Operational Level
- Maintainance & Repair at the Operational Level
If you haven’t sailed on a vessel with a boiler, such as an offshore vessel, you must complete a 6-day “Marine Boiler & Steam Engineering Course at the operational level.
6:- MEO Class 4 Exam Fees
| Cost of each exam | |
| – Assessment Part A | ₹ 3,000 |
| – Assessment Part B | ₹ 3,000 |
| – Written Exams | ₹ 6,000 |
| – Oral Exams | ₹ 4,000 |
| – Certificate of Competency (COC) | ₹ 3,000 |
| – Total Cost of Exams | ₹ 65,000 |
7:- MEO Class 4 Syllabus (Part A and Part B)
- MEO Class 4 examination consists of 2 parts:- (Part A + Part B)
- Part B is compulsory for all candidates, but Part A is exempted for Graduated (GME/ME) candidates.
- Part A (For students who have not done GME or B.Tech Marine Engineering) (Total 4 Written Papers).
- Applied Mechanics
- Heat Engines
- Mathematics
- Engineering Drawing
- Part B (For all candidates including GME and B.Tech Marine Engineering) (Total 10 Papers:- 6 written + 4 oral)
- Marine Electro Technology (Written)
- Marine Engineering Knowledge (Written)
- Marine Engineering Practice (Written)
- Ship Construction & Stability (Written)
- Ship Safety & Environmental Protection (Written)
- Function 3: – Controlling Operations of ships & care for persons on board at the operational level (COSCPOOL)
- Function 4B: – Marine Engineering at Operational Level (MEOL)
- Function 5: -Electronics and Control Engineering at Operational Level (EECEOL)
- Function 6: – Maintenance & Repair at Operational Level (MROL)
If you want topic-wise syllabus for MEO Class 4- CLICK HERE.
8:- Documents Required for the MEO Class 4 Exam
Documents essential for the MEO Class 4 Examination:-
| PART A EXEMPTION & EXAMINATION | |
| 1. CDC (Continuous Discharge Certificate) | Copy of filled pages |
| 2. Passport | Copy of filled pages |
| 3. Indos Number Certificate | |
| 4. Educational Qualification | HSC, SSC, All Semester Mark sheets, Degree |
| 5. Pre-Sea Training Course/4 years Marine Engineering | Degree Certificate |
| 6. Valid Medical Certificate | |
| 7. BST STCW Courses Certificate | |
| 8. STSDSD Course Certificate | |
| 9. Fees | Rs. 3050/- for MEO CLASS IV Part A Exemption<br> Rs. 4050/- for MEO Class IV Part A Examination |
| Original Documents | |
| 1. Original Sea Service Details | |
| 2. Fees Challan |
9:- MMD for MEO Class 4
- Mumbai MMD
- Chennai MMD
- Kolkata MMD
- Kandla MMD
- Kochi MMD
- Noida MMD
10:- MEO Class 4 Exam Fees
| Item | Cost (Approx) |
| – Advanced Fire Fighting (AFF) | ₹ 4,599 |
| – Medical First Aid (MFA) | ₹ 2,499 |
| – Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (PSCRB) | ₹ 5,999 |
| – Engine Room Simulator (ERS) | ₹ 2,999 |
| – Total Cost of all Courses | ₹ 17,000 |
11:- MEO Class 4 Exam Process
Step1:- Visit the e-Pariksha Registration Link
- Click on “Register new user.”
Step 2:- Complete Registration
- Fill in the required details, including personal information and contact details.
- Create a username and password for your account.
Step 3:- Verify Your Email
- Check your email inbox for a verification email from e-Pariksha.
- Click on the verification link provided in the email to activate your account.
- Use your registered username and password to log in to the e-Pariksha portal.
Step 4:- Complete Assessment Booking
- Navigate to the assessment booking section.
- Select the date and time for your assessment.
Step 5:- Book Written and Oral Exams
- Proceed to book your written and oral exams for the MEO Class-IV.
Step 6:- Rebooking for Failed Exams
- If you fail an exam, you can rebook it through the e-Pariksha portal.
Step 7:- Check Exam Results
- Exam results are typically published between the 20th and 30th of each month on the e-Pariksha portal.
Step 8:- Update Your DGS E-Governance Profile
- Ensure your DGS e-governance profile is up to date.
Step 9:- Update Your INDOS Profile
- Make sure your INDOS profile is also updated.
Step 10:- Update Required Documents
- Update all necessary documents, including 10th and 12th class details, pre-sea training details, sea service details, and all STCW certificates and advanced course certificates.
Step 11:- Pay the Exam Fee
- Pay the required fee for the assessment, written exams, and oral exams.
Step 12:- Attend Assessment and Exams
- Attend your assessments and exams as per the scheduled dates and times.
Step 13:- Receive Exam Results
- After completing the exams, you will receive your results on the e-Pariksha portal.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the MEO Class 4 exam is an important step for aspiring marine engineers who want to work as junior engineering officers in the merchant navy. Eligibility requirements include a B.Tech in Marine Engineering or Naval Architecture and a minimum of 183 days at sea on vessels with a propulsion power of at least 750 kW.
The exam is divided into oral and written examinations. Candidates must finish advanced training such as Advanced Fire Fighting, Medical First Aid, Survival Craft and Rescue Boat Proficiency, and Engine Room Simulator before the examination.
The evaluation procedure includes registering on the ePariksha portal, scheduling assessments and exams, updating DGS E-Governance and INDOS profiles, and ensuring that all relevant documents are up to date. Courses and tests cost around ₹65,000, excluding food and housing fees.
Overall, the MEO Class 4 exam is an important milestone for marine engineering experts, and passing it allows them to pursue a fulfilling career at sea.
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Is there any upper age limit for meo class 4 exam
Nope, there is no any such upper age limit for MEO Class 4 Exam. You just have to complete your sea time and gather necessary documents to become eligible for MEO Class IV.
You can check out your MEO Class IV Eligibility by CLICKING HERE.
Do The Written Paper’s Of Class 4 Have Their Orals As We’ll ?
Yes with 6 written exams, you need to give 4 orals as well. Check out our free MEO Class 4 Guidance Series to learn the complete information about MEO Class 4 and exam pattern as well.
Hello sir
is there any rule in meo class 4 exam for open cdc indian candidates .
Hi Deep, yes there are certain exams that people with open CDC will be required to give. You will get the complete information regarding it in our free MEO Class 4 Guidance Series . Enroll now to check the details.
Can we give meo class IV orals and written in different locations
Hey Vasanth, yes you can give MEO Class 4 orals and written in different location. The only thing that you need to make sure is that no previous result is on hold.
Hi sir. When i submit my all documents for eligibility latter that time any fees have to pay in mmd? Or can i give exam after one year of getting eligibility latter?
Hey Dipankar, you need to submit the fees at the time of document submission. For Part A ₹3000 and for Part B ₹4000 and the 1 thousand for each subjects.
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Respected Sir, i’ve been through your article and found it to be quite informative however I still want to clarify my doubts. Do fitters who are only done GP ratings training need to have sailing experience of Near Coastal Voyage before appearing for MEO class 4? Please guide us.
All personals who have done PCM in their 12th can directly go for F.G. Vessel but people who has done anything other than PCM need to get experience in Coastal vessels. For the preparation of MEO Class 4, you can check our MEO Class 4 Preparatory course.
Is it mandatory to complete the e learning from dgs site prior to applying for class 4? I have submitted online application form but it hasnt been approved yet its been 3 weeks. But my e learning is not completed yet.
Yes Sayak, you need to complete e learning from dgs to apply for class 4.
Hai,
After 6 months training period which institute is best for doing my meo class 4 courses like MFA, AFF, MFA, PSCRB & BOILER COURSE together.
I need to know where I can attend this whole courses together? Please help me!
Thanks in advance
Hey Ajay, if you have any DG approved colleges near you that conduct these courses then you should go for those otherwise you can also go for Seacom, Hoon Maritime, BP Marine, and HIMT. These are colleges where you will find most of these courses and in a good price.
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Hi Neon, let us know what problems you are facing regarding MEO Class 4, we will definitely try to solve it.
Hi my rank is fitter. I am working more than 6 Year in sea . I like to give to exam class 4 what is the process.
Hello, you can check the complete process of becoming an engineer from our free UK CoC Guidance Series.