DGMA Makes Sagar Mein Yog (SMY) LMS Course Mandatory for All Indian Seafarers – Complete Within One Year
The Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA), under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India, has officially launched the Sagar Mein Yog (SMY) Learning Management System (LMS)—a nationwide digital wellness initiative aimed at improving the physical, mental, emotional, and professional well-being of Indian seafarers. The platform became operational on 1 July 2026 and is designed to promote long-term wellness, behavioural preparedness, resilience, and safety culture across the maritime industry.
Who Must Complete This Course?
The SMY-LMS course is mandatory for:
✅ All Indian seafarers holding a valid Indian CDC.
✅ All cadets undergoing pre-sea training in DGMA-approved Maritime Training Institutes (MTIs), before passing out.
✅ Shipping companies, RPSL agencies, MTIs, and maritime unions are advised to ensure widespread awareness among seafarers.
Deadline
Every Indian seafarer must complete the course within one year from the issuance of DGS Training Circular No. 33 of 2026.
The course is completely FREE of cost.
What is Sagar Mein Yog (SMY)?
Unlike a conventional training programme, SMY is a holistic wellness initiative developed to enhance the overall quality of life of seafarers.
The programme aligns with:
- STCW Convention
- STCW Rules 2014
- Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006
- Maritime India Vision 2030
- Amrit Kal Vision 2047
Its objective is to build healthier, safer, more resilient, and mentally prepared maritime professionals capable of handling the challenges of life at sea.
10 Wellness Modules Included
The LMS consists of approximately 19 hours 14 minutes of self-paced learning covering:
- Emotional Wellness
- Economic Wellness
- Physical Wellness
- Occupational Wellness
- Social Wellness
- Environmental Wellness
- Climatic Wellness
- Intellectual Wellness
- Cultural Wellness
- Spiritual Wellness
Each module includes videos, study material, quizzes, assessments, and a final certificate upon successful completion.
Simple Registration Process
The LMS has been designed for easy access.
The basic steps are:
- Visit the SMY portal.
- Register using your INDoS number and email.
- Verify your email.
- Complete your profile.
- Study all learning modules.
- Pass the assessment.
- Download your certificate.
The certificate will also be reflected in the DGMA digital ecosystem linked to your INDoS profile for future administrative reference.
Why This Matters
Life at sea brings unique challenges including:
- Long periods away from family
- Isolation
- Fatigue
- Mental stress
- Multicultural work environments
- Extreme weather conditions
- Occupational pressure
The SMY programme has been introduced to help seafarers improve resilience, communication, physical health, emotional intelligence, financial planning, climate awareness, leadership, and overall wellbeing—ultimately contributing to safer shipboard operations.
Accessing the Platform
Seafarers can access the programme through:
Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA ) Portal :
https://dgma.gov.in/
Direct Sagar Mein Yog (LMS–SMY) Portal:
https://sagarmeinyog.com/
The LMS offers user registration using INDoS credentials, self-paced learning, quizzes, assessments, progress tracking, certificate downloads, and technical support, making wellness education easily accessible for both trainee and serving seafarers.
The launch of Sagar Mein Yog marks a significant step toward institutionalizing wellness, resilience, behavioural preparedness, and mental health awareness across India’s maritime sector. By embedding structured wellness training into maritime education and professional development, the initiative seeks to create a healthier, safer, and more sustainable future for Indian seafarers.
If you hold a valid Indian CDC, don’t wait until the last moment.
Complete your SMY LMS course well before the deadline and keep your DGMA profile updated.
Complete the course today and encourage your fellow seafarers to do the same.