SOS Guidance helps aspiring cadets, engineers, and officers build successful careers in the Merchant Navy with clarity, confidence, and authenticity.
With the right support, mentorship, and industry insights, we guide individuals in avoiding scams, misinformation, and costly mistakes, ensuring they make informed career choices in the Merchant Navy.
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- Peter Drucker
I have always wanted to join the sea. Growing up, my father served in the Indian Navy, and I was deeply inspired by his journey. Whether through the Coast Guard, Indian Navy, or Merchant Navy—I knew I wanted to be a part of it.
However, before I could take the first step, my father passed away. With limited resources and the internet not as prevalent at the time, I struggled to find verified information about how to join. I applied for Merchant Navy courses on my own, but uncertainty lingered.
One day, I sought guidance from a friend of my father. At that very moment, he received a call from a shipping company regarding recruitment. He immediately mentioned my interest, and I was fortunate enough to get an opportunity. That was the turning point.
I traveled alone to Pune with minimal guidance, but fate aligned, and everything fell into place. I excelled in my pre-sea training, earning the title of the best candidate, a ₹10,000 prize from Wallem, and a trophy. I was also an active athlete. My hard work paid off, and I secured my first ship assignment quickly.
The real challenge came when I prepared for my Second Mate’s exam. Due to a lack of information, I underestimated the level of study required in the Merchant Navy, which made it a struggle. But persistence led me forward.
Throughout my career, I have sailed only on bulk carriers, from Handymax and Panamax to Capsize and even Valemax, the world’s largest bulk carriers. Today, I serve as a Second Officer.
Having navigated this journey with limited guidance, I understand how challenging it can be for aspiring seafarers. I don’t want others to fall into the traps of fraud agents or misinformation. That’s why I am starting this consultancy—to guide and support those who dream of a career at sea.
The Merchant Navy is not just a job; it’s a lifestyle that offers financial stability, adventure, and the freedom to pursue other passions. It demands discipline and hard work, but it rewards you with time off to spend with family and friends. Life at sea is intense and focused but coming home feels like a festival.
If you love the sea, seek discipline, and are willing to work hard, this profession is for you. And I am here to help you navigate the right path.
To make Merchant Navy career guidance transparent, reliable, and scam-free by providing structured mentorship, career insights, and expert consultations.
We are committed to:
✅ Educating aspiring cadets and officers about the Merchant Navy.
✅ Preventing fraud by offering structured, authentic, and up-to-date guidance.
✅ Helping candidates filter out early if the Merchant Navy isn’t the right career for them.
✅ Providing one-on-one consultations to answer questions and resolve doubts.
✅ Offering career support beyond the Merchant Navy, including lifestyle and financial advice.
✔ To be India’s most trusted Merchant Navy consultancy, ensuring that every aspirant has access to accurate information and expert advice.
✔ To eliminate fraudulent practices in Merchant Navy admissions and placements.
✔ To create a community of well-informed, confident, and successful Merchant Navy professionals.
✔ To expand our guidance beyond Merchant Navy careers into general lifestyle and professional development mentorship.
🛳️ Transparency & Honesty – 100% real and accurate information, no sugarcoating.
🛳️ Trust & Integrity – No scams, no misleading guidance – only genuine support.
🛳️ Student & Client-Centric Approach – Every individual receives personalized guidance.
🛳️ Accountability & Responsibility – We take full responsibility for the guidance we provide.
🛳️ Quality Over Quantity – Ensuring that only the right candidates pursue this career.
🛳️ Continuous Learning & Industry Updates – Staying updated with the latest maritime trends to offer accurate guidance.
🛳️ Fairness & Value for Money – Charging a reasonable fee to ensure commitment while delivering immense value in return.
Hello sir, I have been following you since I thought of getting into this field. Also, i joined in your live once, we had one on one conversation and you cleared some of my doubts that really helped me to make my decision in choosing engine or deck side. And also which marine institute is best. I just got passed out from Tolani Maritime Institute done Btech Marine Engineering and also got placed in synergy marine. Thankyou so much for your support and kind guidance❤️.Keep posting more informative stuff. Also share something on future planning like investment plans for mariners and marriage based on your experience that would be helpful too.
It is not often that you get to sail with people who become more than just seniors or colleagues, but close like family As much as it pained me to having missed Navjot sirs wedding, having an exemplary officer as your immediate senior especially as a first timer in a new rank is a blessing less spoken about I just want to thank Navjot sir for his constant belief in my ability and skill even more than myself and his ability to convince me that I could strive for more and become and achieve more greater things in this field I have truly learnt a lot in the 6 odd months we have sailed together and if fate allows it would never miss the chance to sail with him again Ab chhote bhai ki baat maank chief mate bano, aake fir mei aaram karunga aap dekh lena. Much love always
I don't know from where to start but people like you are hard to find, from day one to getting selected you were always like a support pillar for me. Whenever I had any doubt I never ever hesitated and felt free to contact you and that only because of your always ready to help attitude, no matter where you what you are doing but you always somehow managed to solve my queries , even if you couldn't you would always guide me the way to get through it. As now I am onboard i realised how tough life here is , people here sometimes don't even get time to sleep because of hectic schedule and I can't even imagine how you always managed to solve my queries and guide me maybe that is because of only your positive attitude I don't know how i would revert it back In future if I got a chance to sail with you I would definitely love to, from officers like quality to being a good and generous person there's so much to learn from you
The Merchant Navy is a commercial fleet that transports goods, cargo, and passengers globally. It offers well-paying jobs with opportunities to work on ships operated by private companies.
The Indian Navy is a defense force that serves the country for national security purposes. It requires military training and service commitment.
There are two major career paths:
✔ Deck Department – Responsible for ship navigation, safety, and operations. (Captain, Chief Officer, Deck Cadet, etc.)
✔ Engine Department – Manages ship machinery, engines, and maintenance. (Marine Engineer, 4th Engineer, etc.)
Eligibility depends on the course you choose, but in general:
✔ Minimum Age: 17 years
✔ Educational Qualification: 10th or 12th pass (Science/PCM preferred)
✔ Medical Fitness: Must pass DG Shipping-approved medical tests
✔ Good eyesight: No color blindness, eyesight should be 6/6 or within limits
You can enroll in approved courses like:
✔ GP Rating (General Purpose Rating) – 10th pass, 6-months course
✔ DNS (Diploma in Nautical Science) – 12th PCM, 1-year course
✔ BSc Nautical Science – 12th PCM, 3-year course
✔ Marine Engineering (BTech) – 12th PCM, 4-year course
Some courses require entrance exams, such as:
✔ IMU-CET (Indian Maritime University – Common Entrance Test)
✔ Company-Sponsored Exams (Anglo Eastern, Great Eastern, etc.)
